Curtains can add a sense of personality and lift up the atmosphere of your home without spending a fortune on redecorations. The cleaning of curtains is an important part , because there are some dangers of dirty curtains. So next time when cleaning other home interior accessories, don’t forget about your curtains.
Here are some hidden dangers of having dirty curtains and why you should take time to clean your curtains at least once a month.
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Creation of molds and mildews
Molds and mildews are connected with some allergies and respiratory diseases. They produce spores which if inhaled can lead to allergic reactions or some other health problems. This is especially harmful to kids, pregnant women, elderly people and those who have asthma or other breathing issues.
Molds and mildews love settling in moist surfaces such as shower curtains. It’s very difficult to notice them in the bathrooms, as they are usually covered by soap filth and grimes after some time. That is the reason why it is very important to clean all curtains that are in moist locations at least once or twice per week.
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Accumulation of allergens and dust mites
Curtains withstand heat, cold, dirt, direct sunlight and act as a shield for the house. Curtain fabrics can often attract a lot of allergens and dust. These are the two main causes of allergic reactions such as sneezing, coughing or runny noses. They are easily carried by wind and accumulate on curtains after some time, especially cotton curtains. Some curtains are worse offenders when it comes to dust accumulation, particularly those made from thicker fabrics and multiple curtain layers in one. Allergens and dust mites are trapped between the layers and thus increase the chances of you getting allergy symptoms.
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Germs
Germs are one of the main causes of disease in both humans and pets. What most people don’t know is that they love attaching to curtains. Because of their small size, they are invisible. The only way to be sure that your house in general and curtains are free from germs is by having your drapes cleaned more often.
At the same time keep in mind that we are always ready to take professional care of your curtains with environmentally friendly and baby-friendly detergents.
