Sheer Window Panels

How often should you wash your drapes/ curtains? ?

I have sheers on all of my windows. A total of 12 panels (6 windows). Half are brown and half are tan. I would probably have to wash them separately. How often should I wash them?
Lately I sneeze a lot in my house. I don't know if it's allergies or if it's from my down throw blanket or maybe my curtains? We moved in this past February and hung the curtains then, never touched them. So I'm thinking maybe it's time to wash them?

How do I prevent them from needing an ironing after washing?

I always wash mine once a quarter (every 3 months) because of my son's allergies i sometimes (in the winter) will wash them more often maybe once a month, i would say with tan/brown you could wash them together since they are of similar color, assuming they will all fit.

I have very sheer curtains (practically see through) and i wash them on the delecate cycle.

You probably have allergies to dust (most people do) and you shoud wash them every couple months, also i bought an air purifier (got a whole house and single room one) for under 100$ at Wal-mart that really helps,

As for the throw blanket, i would wash that atleast once a month, since its going to get used more so then the curtains, it will collect dust and other allergens quicker...

One last thought really quick, i HIGHLY recommend buying Febreese Allergen, it really helps keeps the dust stuff under control. Its a life saver for my son's favorite rocking chair that cant be taken apart to wash.

Good Luck!

What are the Differences Between Window Treatments and Window Coverings?

All I want is a little clarity. I am the type of person who gets bothered by imprecise language, especially when it is within my own industry. You see, it’s my job to write about window blinds and shades and the terms, window treatments and coverings are bantered about all the time with little regard to their real meaning.

I decided to do some research and get a definitive answer, which I would share with the public. I am not expecting to create some kind of revolution just want to shed some light on a couple of pretty nebulous words.

First, I went to the Merriam-Webster online dictionary and found nothing, no definition for either word. How could that be? These are fairly common terms. This is confusing to me. I use an online tool in my work that tells me how many times per day the internet searching public uses keywords. The word window treatments gets used about 2,600 per day and the word window coverings gets used about 625 per day. And yet, these words are not clearly defined. I sense a conspiracy – just kidding.

My next resource was Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia with descriptions and explanations written by everyday people. I found the following entries:

A window covering is material used to cover a window to reduce sunlight, to provide additional weatherproofing, or to ensure privacy. Window Coverings are usually on the interior side of windows, but can be on the exterior in some situations. Types of coverings include: drapes, curtains, window blinds, including: Venetian blinds, mini blinds, window shutters, vvarious types of boarding, nailed or screwed to the window casing, can be used as temporary window covering.

In interior decorating, a window treatment may refer to any of the following items placed over or around a window: curtains or drapery, including sheers, window blinds, including Venetian blinds, a valance, tiebacks used to hold curtains. It may also include treatments applied to directly to the glass, including: frosted glass (through acid, etching, sandblasting, or plastic films or panels), distorted optics, such as wavy glass, stained glass panels or ornaments.

It seems to me, based on these two entries that there is little difference between their meanings. Both include window blinds, drapes, curtains and Venetian blinds (an old term for what is now commonly referred to as mini blinds). Where they seem to depart, at least according to these descriptions is that window coverings includes shutters (in this case plantation shutters) and window treatments can include treatments to the glass itself.

Both have the basic meaning of something to decorate or cover a window for privacy and light-control (room darkening) and to accentuate the décor of a room. So, essentially what we have here are two poorly defined words that have virtually the same meaning. So, I would like to make a personal ruling on this issue and say that window treatments should be any treatment: drapes, blinds and shades on the interior (inside) portion of a window, whereas window coverings should be any treatment: shutters, storm shutters, and awnings to the outside portion of a window. That seems clearer to me. Doesn’t mean that everyone is suddenly going to jump on my definition bandwagon, but I can hope.

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2 Piece Solid White Sheer Window Curtains/drape/panels/treatment 58"w X 84"l List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $3.99 You save: $26.00 (87%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Give your home decor style and sophistication when you decorate with sheer window panels. Each vivid colored curtains have a warming effect on your home window treatment while provides privacy at the same time. Simple sheer yet add styling to your window. Features 2 panels included. Each panel is 59" x 84" (118" x 84") Fabric Content 100 % Polyester These Sheer Window Treatments are 1.5 inch rod pocket panels. Care Instruction: Machine Washable Design: Solid Color

2 Piece Solid Lavender Purple Sheer Window Curtains/drape/panels/treatment 57"w X 84"l List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $6.58 You save: $23.41 (78%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Give your home decor style and sophistication when you decorate with sheer window panels. Each vivid colored curtains have a warming effect on your home window treatment while provides privacy at the same time. Simple sheer yet add styling to your window. Features 2 panels included. Each panel is 58" x 84" (116" x 84") Fabric Content 100 % Polyester These Sheer Window Treatments are 1.5 inch rod pocket panels. Care Instruction: Machine Washable Design: Solid Color

2 Piece Solid Burgundy Sheer Window Curtains/drape/panels/treatment 59"w X 84"l List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $6.59 You save: $23.40 (78%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Give your home decor style and sophistication when you decorate with sheer window panels. Each vivid colored curtains have a warming effect on your home window treatment while provides privacy at the same time. Simple sheer yet add styling to your window. Features 2 panels included. Each panel is 59" x 84" (118" x 84") Fabric Content 100 % Polyester These Sheer White Window Treatments are 1.5 inch rod pocket panels. Care Instruction: Machine Washable Design: Solid Color

Stylemaster Soho Grommet 56-Inch by 95-Inch Window Panel Sheer Body and Taffeta Border, Truffle List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $24.44 You save: $0.55 (2%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Soho Grommet Window Panel Sheer Body & Taffeta Border 56 by 63 Inches, is a beautiful white sheer panel with a faux silk solid color band. Each panel has 8 designer metal grommets. The fabric is an each care machine washable 100% polyester slub fabric. It is available in oversized 56-inch width and in three lengths of 63-inch, 84-inch and 95-inch and in the colors of truffle and expresso Features Sheer panel with taffeta border 4-6 Large Metal Grommets Oversized 55-inch width Comes in 63-inch, 84-inch and 95-inch lengths Comes in expresso and truffle

2 Piece Solid Sky Blue Sheer Window Curtains/drape/panels/treatment 58"w X 84"l List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $10.45 You save: $19.54 (65%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Give your home decor style and sophistication when you decorate with sheer window panels. Each vivid colored curtains have a warming effect on your home window treatment while provides privacy at the same time. Simple sheer yet add styling to your window. Features 2 panels included. Each panel is 58" x 84" (116" x 84") Fabric Content 100 % Polyester These Sheer Window Treatments are 1.5 inch rod pocket panels. Care Instruction: Machine Washable Design: Solid Color

2 Piece Solid Sage Green Sheer Window Curtains/drape/panels/treatment 59"w X 84"l List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $6.48 You save: $23.51 (78%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Give your home decor style and sophistication when you decorate with sheer window panels. Each vivid colored curtains have a warming effect on your home window treatment while provides privacy at the same time. Simple sheer yet add styling to your window. Features 2 panels included. Each panel is 59" x 84" (118" x 84") Fabric Content 100 % Polyester These Sheer Window Treatments are 1.5 inch rod pocket panels. Care Instruction: Machine Washable Design: Solid Color

Hot Pink Sheer Window Panel Curtain (2) Sale Price: $5.99   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description These sheer hot pink panels will add a touch of color to a plain room. Panels measure 59" x 84" each. Features Easy to clean. Machine washable. Tumble dry low.

Beautiful Sheer Voile White 1 Pair 116" W X 84" L List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $3.99 You save: $26.00 (87%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Best Home Fashion introduces the new sheer voile curtains. Rejuvenate your home decor with our new sheers. These eye-catching sheer panels are the perfect way to take your window treatments beyond the ordinary. Best when used with Best Home Fashions Blackout Curtains. Features Decorate every window with style and sophistication. Allows natural light to flow through the room Have pocket insert that create a clean, tailored look on a decorative rod. Hang with standard or decorative rod and brackets (not included) Each panel measures 58" Wide x 84" Long, Pair Measures 116" Wide x 84" Long

Sheer Ivory Voile Window Panel Coverings - Set of 2 Rod Pocket Window Treatments curtains panles 58"x90" each panle - BEAUTIFUL AND VERY LIGHT IVORY COLOR ! List Price: $36.99 Sale Price: $19.95 You save: $17.04 (46%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Window treatments are the quickest, simplest and most affordable way to change the look and feel of your bedroom. These Sheer Ivory Window Treatments are 1.5 inch rod pocket panels. It is easy to add a touch of warmth and style to your room with these soft, sheer window panels. Sheer panels are versatile enough to decorate every room in your home. These fine voile sheer window panels filter and soften sunlight to create a beautiful look for your room. Gain privacy without blocking all the light with these stylish panels that are lovely alone and work beautifully under other curtains, too. Easy-care 100% polyester voile. Features Brand new item in original bag 2 panels voile/sheer, VERY LIGHT COLOR OF BEAUTIFUL Ivory color, Made by "white lamb" Ann's Trading co.Inc, 2 panles 58"x90" each, Machine wash.

White Crushed Voile Sheer Grommet Top Curtain 84"L Pair List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $19.99 You save: $5.00 (20%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Best Home Fashion introduces the new crushed sheer voile grommet top curtains. Rejuvenate your home decor with our new sheers. These eye-catching sheer panels are the perfect way to take your window treatments beyond the ordinary. Features Decorate every window with style and sophistication. Allows natural light to flow through the room Have pocket insert that create a clean, tailored look on a decorative rod. Hang with standard or decorative rod and brackets (not included) Each panel measures 52" Wide x 84" Long, Pair Measures 104" Wide x 84" Long