Mould on curtain linings! Grrr!

moreofthegoodstuff

Unfortunately due to a dodgy window that needs ripping out and replacing, we are getting condensation on our bedroom window which has caused my new curtains to get spots of mould on the lining :-(

I took advice from an old forum on here to try stain devils for red wine etc as it also gets rid of mould... I took the advice of wetting the curtains and rubbing in the powder and it sadly didn't make any difference.

I'm now planning on washing the curtains but what shall I do prior to washing? Is it worth leaving them to soak in the stain devils solution in a bowl of water? Any advice would be great as I really don't want to ruin the curtains and bleach the colours!

Bennifred

It's probably safest to replace the linings, otherwise you risk damaging the main curtain fabric.

cattie

If the curtains definitely are washable, try Ace fabric bleach on the lining stains beforehand This product is marvelous at getting rid of so many different types of stains & it hasn't let me down yet. Available in some supermarkets, Wilkinson's & sometimes even the £ shop.

If the stains are really bad, you might need to go over them a couple of times. With bad stains I generally get an old toothbrush to work the Ace liquid into the stain until I see the stain diminishing & then pour some more Ace onto the stain & leave it to soak in for a few mins before washing the item.