- Teflon
- Washing and care for tablecloth
- Possibilities of ironing
Fashionable, bright, practical Teflon tablecloths do not cease to please their owners with freshness and novelty. Resistant to external pollution and moisture, they decorate the kitchen and give comfort, are not afraid of high temperatures and ultraviolet. Regular use of such products leads to unpleasant consequences, then their external beauty begins to fade against the background of the radiant cleanliness of the kitchen. On the surface of the canvas there are unattractive dirt and stains. How to wash a tablecloth with water-repellent impregnation? Which method of cleaning will give the best results - machine or manual? Let's understand more.
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This material has a special kind of weave of fibers, where their upper layer does not allow moisture, which is why the product does not get wet. As a basis for such tablecloths, flax or cotton is used, on which the Teflon layer is applied.
The finished product is processed by it at the final stage of its creation.
Important! In addition to water repellent properties, Teflon tablecloths are resistant to high temperatures. For example, on such tablecloths it is quite possible to put hot pans or not to worry that accidental cigarette ash will leave a trail.
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For a high-quality cleaning of the surface of such tablecloths, use a damp rag. Removing dirt in this way, you can not worry about the integrity of the outer layer. He does not change and will retain the old pattern and outlines.
How to wash Teflon tablecloth correctly? This can be done both manually and in the typewriter. However, some rules should be followed:
- For hand washing, the product should be soaked in warm water, at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees.
- You can use household soap or liquid powder as a detergent.
- During washing in the washing machine, you should set a gentle, delicate mode with the spin function off.
- Drying in the machine is also contraindicated for such products.
- If you wash with your hands, then you need to do this as carefully as possible, trying not to allow creases.
- Unscrewing and pressing the Teflon table top is strictly forbidden. Due to twisting, wrinkles can form in the folds, which can lead to spoilage of the tablecloth.
- Before drying the product should be shaken well over the bathroom, which will help to get rid of moisture and wrinkles.
- Drying is best done in natural conditions - it's better to completely forget the drying of Teflon tablecloths on heating appliances.
Important! Any contaminated dirt is removed mechanically, for example, with a wooden spatula.
If there are greasy spots on the tablecloth, then even without removing it from the table, they can be easily removed:
- To do this, soap sponge with laundry soap, and in cases of severe dirt it is better to resort to detergent, and the foam to be treatedcontaminated site. Using a damp, clean cloth, remove the foam remnants, and then wipe the surface with a sponge or cloth napkin.
- If there are stale stains on the surface or dried food pieces remain, they should be softened with water or soap foam, gently scraped off with a wooden spatula, taking care not to damage the top layer of the product.
- Puddles of dirty water must be soaked with a napkin or a dry sponge. With such care, the top surface will not suffer, and the tablecloth will preserve the integrity and beautiful figure.
Important! Wash only those tablecloths on which too much dirt was formed, and wet processing could not save the situation.
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If possible, ironing of Teflon-coated products should be avoided. With daily proper care, such tablecloths practically do not crumple.
If you can not do without the iron and you need to smooth out the creases, then it's safer to iron from the wrong side of the table top. In this case, the temperature regime of the iron should be the lowest.
It is worth remembering that it is necessary to wash Teflon tablecloth only because of strong necessity. Frequent washing will lead to premature deterioration of the product and loss of its water-repellent qualities. A careful attitude and proper wet processing will be sufficient to preserve the shape and color of the tabletop.