This guide walks you through what actually matters (and what doesn’t) when it comes to whether curtain cleaning really is worth it before summer — especially if you’re juggling kids, routines, and everything in between.
Why Curtains Matter More Than You Think
Curtains are definitely one of the biggest dust collectors in a room — and in many homes, they’re the least frequently cleaned.
Especially in family homes where windows are often left open, or pets lie on sills, curtains can trap pollen, dust mites, and smells from cooking, candles, or damp weather. Over time, that build-up becomes more than just cosmetic. It can trigger allergies or simply make a space feel heavy, musty, or forgotten.
💡 “We didn’t even realise how grey they’d gone until we saw them cleaned. It was like someone opened the room up.” — Ely client, May 2024
Signs It’s Time to Clean (Not Replace)
You don’t need to replace your curtains — but a clean might make them feel like new.
Here’s how to tell:
- They smell musty when you pull them closed
- You see faint lines or patches near the bottom (common in lined curtains)
- The fabric feels heavier or stiffer than it used to
- The room still doesn’t feel fresh after a deep clean elsewhere
Unlike a rug or sofa, curtains don’t get daily contact. But they still hold onto a surprising amount of airborne mess.
“Can’t I Just Hoover Them?”
A quick vacuum can help. But it won’t remove what’s in the fibres.
Vacuuming with a soft brush attachment lifts surface dust — but it doesn’t handle:
- Damp-induced mildew along window sills
- Pet oils or cooking residue
- Allergens and pollen from open windows
And most importantly — it won’t touch the lining. That’s where a lot of smells settle in.
If you’re planning a spring clean or hosting summer guests, it might be worth tackling the part of the room you’ve quietly ignored.
Curtain Cleaning Doesn’t Have to Be a Drama
At Art of Clean, we offer take-down, clean, and rehang services — so you don’t have to wrestle with poles, clips, or figuring out which side’s the lining. We then send it off to our sister company, Farthings Dry Cleaning, for the cleaning to take place.
Here’s what most families in Ely opt for:
- Collection and rehang service — we handle the faff
- Safe, odour-neutral cleaning — no overpowering scents
- Gentle care for lined or blackout fabrics — even thermal or interlined curtains
Our process is child- and pet-safe, and we’ll always discuss options before we begin. You stay in control — no surprises.
👉🏼 Explore our curtain cleaning service in more detail over on artofclean.co.uk.
Is It Worth It?
Here’s what we’ve seen from Ely families who said “yes”:
- One client with three children said it “changed how the room smelled and felt” — especially once windows started staying open overnight.
- Another said she “didn’t realise how dusty the blackout linings had become until the kids stopped sneezing.”
- Many say they just feel calmer knowing the job’s sorted — and that they won’t have to do it again until next year.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about comfort, pride, and walking into a room that feels properly clean — not just surface clean.
Not Ready? No Problem.
You don’t have to book anything today.
But if you’re already thinking:
- “Guests are coming in July…”
- “That curtain’s looked off for ages…”
- “I just want it done, properly…”
…then it might be time to ask.
