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Roman shades

10 years ago

Looking into window coverings and found out that roman shades cannot be dry cleaned or washed in machine because of the mechanics that pull them up and down. I know I could vacuum them to keep the dust off but know that I would eventually want to clean them. What do those of you that have them do?

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Windows Etc.,Inc
10 years ago
There are on-site drapery cleaners that will clean your drapery similar to carpet cleaners.
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