How to Help Your Curtains Fall Naturally

Q: How long should I leave the curtains tied?

We recommend leaving the curtains tied for 2 to 3 days after installation. This helps the fabric settle into neat, natural folds and ensures they hang beautifully. After that, you can untie them and enjoy the full look of your curtains.

Q: Do I need to repeat this process after washing?

For regular curtains, we recommend washing with cold water and air drying by hanging . After drying, it's best to repeat the tying process for 2–3 days to help the curtains regain their folds and shape. However, if your curtains are made from memory-shape fabric , simply wash them in cold water and hang to dry — no need to tie them again , as they will return to their original shape naturally.

Q: Will this work for sheer curtains too?

Yes, this method is suitable only for sheer curtains . Sheer fabrics respond well to tying and hanging, helping them maintain a soft and elegant drape.

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Why New Curtains Need a Little Help

Most new curtains won’t fall into perfect folds on day one – and that’s totally normal. Just like a new shirt needs ironing, your drapery may need a bit of shaping after installation.

How to Shape Your Curtains – Step by Step

Step 1: Hang your curtains properly

Step 2: Manually arrange the folds

Step 3: Use soft fabric ties or bands to secure the pleats

Step 4: Leave tied for 2–3 days

Step 5: (Optional) Light steaming for stubborn wrinkles

Step 6: Remove ties and gently adjust

Tips

Don’t use tight or hard bands – it may leave marks

Avoid strong pulling or ironing directly on blackout lining

Tips for Different Curtain Styles

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FAQs About Curtain Shaping

We recommend leaving the curtains tied for 2 to 3 days after installation. This helps the fabric settle into neat, natural folds and ensures they hang beautifully. After that, you can untie them and enjoy the full look of your curtains.

For regular curtains, we recommend washing with cold water and air drying by hanging. After drying, it's best to repeat the tying process for 2–3 days to help the curtains regain their folds and shape.

However, if your curtains are made from memory-shape fabric, simply wash them in cold water and hang to dry — no need to tie them again, as they will return to their original shape naturally.

Yes, this method is suitable only for sheer curtains. Sheer fabrics respond well to tying and hanging, helping them maintain a soft and elegant drape.