Velvet is an expensive fabric which exudes an aura of luxury. Thus drapes made of velvet fabric , give a rich but cozy feel to the interiors of your dwelling place. They are available in myriad varieties of colors, textures and styles. Signature black, sand and sheer white, Caribbean blue, maroon wine, lichen green and burgundy are the most popular hues of velvet fabric drapes. Most of the branded velvet fabric drapes have superior quality cotton linings, drapery hooks and pleated panels to ensure that the drapes do not get discolored or damaged.

Curtains and drapes are no longer treated as accessories which are used just to ensure privacy and keep away light, dust and dirt. Instead fashionable interior designing has made draperies an essential element to beautify our homes. Draperies come in a wide range of fabrics like silk, cotton and mixed materials. But velvet drapes are both stylish and luxurious and thus it continues to enjoy the greatest admiration among a vast majority of homemakers.

How to maintain your velvet fabric drapes

If you are ready to append some money, then the easiest way to clean velvet fabric drapes is to have them dry cleaned by professional cleaners. Though it's the most expensive option, it's sure to save you valuable time and energy.

If you choose to clean them at home, then be careful. The type of velvet fabric determines the procedure of cleaning that is to be used. Rubber backed velvet fabric drape will lose gloss if they are washed in hot water and the look of crushed velvet fabric can be tampered if too much water is used to wash the velvet fabric.

Ideally velvet fabric ought to be washed in a mixture of water and rich suds of liquid soap.

If you need to clean patches on velvet fabric , then it is best to use a soft cloth to apply the suds on the affected area.

In order to remove deep stains, rub sponge suds gently on to the surface along with dry cleaning solvents.

Always use soft brushes to keep the texture of the velvet fabric intact. Make sure that the velvet fabric is completely dry before brushing it for one last time.