Can i iron blackout fabric

I put it on the floor, with a towel folded double underneath. This was because I had some nasty creases where the lovely stallholder had stuffed it into a bag for me. However, as Gary says, the creases do come out.

Have a look here for some pics on my screen build - may help? Cheers Guys - I tried a little ironging on the edge through a sheet at low heat, and with the material on the floor.

It helped a little - at least enough to ensure that the stretching will all but eliminate it over time. Thanks for the help! Jackass Well-known Member. Guys, This might be a stupid question but what side are you supposed to project on to? The vinyl or white woven side? Yours confused. White woven. Yup, white woven. Of course, you could try both sides as a test before you fit it too the screen just in case you prefer the vinyl side.

Just had a similar problem, and discovered that once you have attached the cloth to the frame just steam the cloth, eg use the steam setting on the iron, running the iron over the material but a centimetre or so away not touching the cloth and the creases should drop out. Thanks Guys. You must log in or register to reply here. Similar threads A. DIY screen for a budget outdoor setup? Note: Depending on the type and thickness of fabric you're working with, you may need to press and hold the iron onto the blackout fabric for longer than the recommended 20 seconds.

Our curtains were a medium-weight velvet and required up to 60 seconds to bond adhesive to the fabric, working in 10 second intervals. Usually, a damp cloth is layered between the fabric and your iron to prevent burning, but because the blackout fabric is so thick, it's best to apply heat directly to the fabric. As with most fabrics, be sure to test a small area before proceeding. Once the blackout fabric has bonded to the backside of the curtains, hang them in place and trim any excess that might show.

No-Sew Blackout Curtains. Updated October 01, Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. Pin FB More. Straight pins Measuring tape Handheld iron Scissors. How to do it Part 1 how to make blackout curtains.

Comments Add Comment. How difficult was this project? Let the curtains cool and, if possible, repeat the opposite side. Wash Your Blackout Curtains The second way to get creases out of blackout curtains is by washing them. Here is how to remove the creases with your washing machine: Put your washing machine onto the correct setting according to the instructions on your curtains and leave it to run. While this might not be the quickest way to remove creases, it is arguably the simplest!

When it comes to making fantastic blackout curtains, you do not need to be a DIY guru to. Why Do Blackout Curtains Smell? Thermal vs Blackout Curtains Are you torn between choosing thermal or blackout curtains? Cart 0. Wishlist 0. Back to Top.