How often should curtains be washed in India?

Most fabric care experts recommend cleaning curtains every three to six months in dry climates. In cities with high humidity — Mumbai, Kochi, Bengaluru during monsoon season — this drops to every two to three months. Heavy lined drapes accumulate allergens faster than lightweight sheers.

Can I machine wash curtains at home?

Lightweight cotton and polyester curtains can usually be machine washed on a gentle cold cycle. Heavy drapes, silk curtains, and curtains with lining, blackout coating, or embroidery should be dry cleaned to avoid shrinkage, colour loss, or structural damage.

What is the connection between curtains and asthma?

Dust mites and mould spores — both common in curtain fabric — produce allergens that, on inhalation, trigger immune responses in sensitised individuals. Research published in the Indian Journal of Allergy links prolonged exposure to indoor dust mite allergens with increased frequency of asthmatic episodes, particularly in children.

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