How to Get Wrinkles Out of Curtains
Inside: How to get wrinkles out of curtains the easy way! We tested different methods, from ironing to wrinkle release spray to find what works best! Sponsored by Tom & Sheri’s Iron in a Bottle.
How to Remove Wrinkles from Curtains
Over the summer we converted part of my office into a homeschool room for the girls, since we’re doing virtual learning this fall.
I took down my curtains while painting, and even though I carefully placed them across a couch to try to prevent wrinkling, when I hung them back up, they were full of wrinkles anyway!
I love my floor length ombre curtains, but they wrinkle easily and are a bit of a pain to keep looking smooth. So far, I’d just been hanging them up and hoping the wrinkles would fall out over time, but that doesn’t work very well.
There has to be a better way!
Can You Iron Curtains?
If ironing curtains sounds like a chore, that’s because it is! To iron curtains, you must take them off the curtain rod and find a flat place to work.
Most curtains are too large to fit well on a traditional ironing board. Furthermore, sections of curtain that have already been ironed may re-wrinkle as you move the curtains to work on another section.
Finally, ironing may flatten out pleated curtains, so they don’t look right. Re-training your curtains is another task in itself!
For those reasons, ironing curtains is definitely not the most practical option. So how do you get wrinkles out of curtains if you can’t iron them?
3 Way to Get Wrinkles Out of Curtains (and which works best)
- Wash and Dry Curtains — Depending on the length of your curtains and material used, this may or may not be an option. Always check care instructions to find out if your drapes can be machine washed, or if they are dry clean only.
- Use a Steamer — This requires purchasing a handheld steamer appliance, if you do not already own one. The advantage is that you can steam curtains while they are hanging. However, purchase cost is a factor. Also, some steamers recommend using a partner to pull the curtains taut while you steam them, which makes it a two-person job.
- Spray with Wrinkle Releaser — A wrinkle release spray relaxes the fibers in the fabric so that creases disappear or you can smooth them out easier. Out of all the methods here, this is the clear winner in my book because it is super easy and only takes a couple minutes. Our product pick is Tom & Sheri’s Iron in a Bottle.
What is Iron in a Bottle?
Like the name implies, Tom & Sheri’s Iron in a Bottle harnesses the wrinkle-removing power of a traditional iron in an easy-to-use spray!
Years ago, Sheri Eudaly got tired of ironing all of her family’s clothes and created a spray to do the job for her. It worked so well that her son Austin’s friends kept “borrowing” his bottle of the spray!
Realizing what a game-changing product his mom created, Austin set out to perfect the formula and make it available to other families. He named the company after his parents, Tom & Sheri.
How it Works
The first time I tried Iron in a Bottle myself, I was legitimately surprised by the fact that it worked instantly. I sprayed my curtains thoroughly and as soon as I touched them to check if they were damp, all of the wrinkles disappeared before my eyes!
So what is the magic??
The actual formula is top-secret, but Tom & Sheri’s website provides a pretty nifty explanation:
“A plant-based surfactant is the active ingredient in Tom & Sheri’s Iron in a Bottle. We liken the surfactant to a hair conditioner, in that it relaxes the fibers of your clothing as a conditioner would your hair. This allows them to be manipulated (aka straightened out), causing the wrinkles to release.”
Even more awesome, Iron in a Bottle isn’t made with harsh chemicals! This is a product that you can feel good about using because it is:
- plant-based
- cruelty-free
- all-natural and non-toxic
Plus it’s made in America and is a family-owned business!
Here’s a look at the step by step:
1. Spray
Hold bottle 8-12 inches away from fabric and spray until all of the wrinkles are damp.
TIP: Always spot test your curtains first to make sure that they are color-fast.
2. Shake
Grasp curtains at the bottom corner and give them a tug. Repeat with the other corner and the sides of the curtain panels as well. You’ll start to see the wrinkles disappear right away!
3. Smooth
Use your hands to gently smooth the fabric downwards. Gently pull the bottom of the panels again to release any remaining wrinkles.
Here’s a look at the before and after on my curtains. The panel on the left is where I used Iron in a Bottle; the panel on the right has not been treated.
You can see how well it works!
Can You Use Wrinkle Release Spray on Clothing?
Of course! Iron in a Bottle was originally created to save time on laundry. We tried it on some of the girl’s dresses that can’t be put in the dryer and always look wrinkly. It worked like a charm!
Every now and then you come across a product that is truly life-changing and this is one of those things for me!
I strongly dislike ironing. So much that I couldn’t even tell you where my iron or ironing board are since we moved to our new house a year ago!
With Iron in a Bottle I can still get wrinkle-free curtains and clothing, without all the hassle of irons or steamers! It really works, it’s really easy, and it’s really fast — and that’s why I recommend it!
Click here to shop Iron in a Bottle — there are currently bundles with big savings, but these deals may not last long!
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Spray sounds the easiest and the best way to take our wrinkles away. It’s kinda interesting and this is the first time I heard of using spray to get wrinkles out of curtains.
Would love to start a blog of some of my tips and tricks. What Blog site or funnel do you use?
I have a self-hosted blog on WordPress. I started with BlueHost and loved it for my early years until I needed more specialized hosting. Here is more info that might help: https://thesoccermomblog.com/how-to-start-a-blog/