Asked on Dec 13, 2016
Shower Curtain Tip
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When you purchase a new fabric shower curtain or fabric shower curtain liner, wash it according to manufacturer instructions. I generally just toss mine in cold water, cold rinse, and I use a "free and clear" type detergent, just a tiny amount, with a white vinegar rinse. Then hang up damp. Not only are all the folds from the packaging gone, it will be less likely to mildew in the future. Also a good idea if you plan on using the shower for another purpose, i.e. curtains. In addition if you have an "inside bathroom" - no windows to the outside, make sure you run the exhaust fan. I live in a hot a dusty climate and have a window (that is at least cracked open most of the year), in my bathroom, so I have less likelihood of mildew. Those that live where humidity can be high, run the fan, open the window, use a dehumidifier, whatever options you may have to keep the yucky stuff at bay. Now I have not tried this with plastic shower curtains, but I bet it is worth a try - just be sure to use the delicate cycle on your washer.
Great tip! I hope to use these for curtains - and live in high-humidity summer area (very dry in the winter - altho COLD and snowy). This is good to know! TY!
Most plastic shower curtains can also be laundered. Wash on regular cycle with detergent, with the high spin cycle. Carefully remove from washer as it will drip (water hides in the folds), and hang back up to drip dry (although I've even run mine through the dryer on a low-heat setting). The plastic will lose some of its stiffness from being laundered, but will be fresh and save you money from having to buy a new curtain.
So welcome!
Thanks so much! Great money saving tip too. Why replace when a good wash will do. ☺
also better to keep the plastic out of the landfill! 🌸