musky curtains

[getonwithit]

i have just been given some hughe curtains which i love they have been stored for years and smell very musky they are in great condition so i dont want to pay to have them cleaned as they look pristine ,how can i get rid of the smell anything other than fabrezze? thankyou

[ethandron]

hang them outside to air - a bit difficult at this time of year while it's so damp, but it's the best thing to do. and not just for a couple of hours, for as long as it takes to get rid of the smell.

[poodicat]

Try spraying with some febreeze after they have aired

[welshlibranr]

Even though the weather is cold, if you get a dry crisp day, then hang them outside for a few hours, it works wonders, in fact it's better than when it's warm weather, but avoid a damp day, then spray with fabreze or use what I use, in a spray bottle dilute some Comfort or Lenor with water, and use that, i find that it works just as well, and smells better too................hope this helps..........

[DEN53]

I agree - hang them on the washing line when it stops raining - and beat them with something - to get any dust out.

Depending on the material, you may be able to wash them. I know some fabrics say dry clean, but if they are anything other than velvet or silk, you may be lucky to launder them yourself.