How To Clean Antique Silk Lamp Shades

Be sure to pull the dust out of all the pleats and crevices on the lampshade.

How to clean antique silk lamp shades.

Remove stains by gently brushing them with a special sponge for dry cleaning. Those sponges are great for removing stains from wallpaper and fabric blinds too paper or parchment lamp shades. Set the lampshade in a well ventilated area or near a fan to help it air dry before placing it back on the lamp. Slowly rotate the lamp under the water to rinse away the soap residue.

Just dip the stained area into the solution or pour the solution over the stain. Add four to five drops of liquid laundry detergent for delicates and swish it around until suds develop. I wash all my lampshades. For tougher stains try a 1 1 solution of lukewarm water with either ammonia or alcohol instead.

If stubborn stains remain wait until the lampshade is completely dry then treat it with a dry cleaning stick. To clean silk start by spot cleaning any stains using 2 tablespoons of vinegar or lemon juice and 2 cups of lukewarm water. Rinsing your lampshade may take longer after a deep cleaning. Detach the shade from your lamp and get totally wet to rinse off anything loose.

Turn on a stream of warm water then hold your lamp under it. Hang safely where it can drip dry. Do not let it soak. Use a tub large container or sink to do the work.

For silk or linen shades start with a light dusting by a feather duster microcloth or gentle vacuum to remove dirt. Dip a sponge or soft rag into the water and wipe the lampshade clean from. If it is very dirty allow it to soak for 15 minutes. Use a clean dry white microfiber cloth to blot the lampshade and remove excess water.

Rotate shade in sink holding it by the top and bottom. Turn the lamp off and let it cool. Use soap and water or any other detergent that is safe and then gently scrub to clean. Pour enough warm water into your bathtub or a large clean container to completely cover the shadows.

Remove drain water and refill sink to rinse. Cleaning fabric lamp shades step 1 stop the bathtub up and fill it with barely warm water. Keep rinsing until the water runs clear. If you re washing a silk lamp use cool water.

A soft brush or something similar can make it a bit easier. Hold the lampshade by the metal frame and lower it into the water. Next mix a teaspoon of very gentle detergent or ivory soap with water in the.