Steam iron How to choose?
With a steam iron your ironing task will be easier and you will obtain the desired results, here are some aspects to take into account when choosing an iron:
- Power: To remove wrinkles in a single pass, power is important, the more power the better the ironing result, avoiding the need for several passes of the iron.
- Ergonomic: An ergonomic handle for easy mobility and comfortable ironing.
- Tank capacity: It should be adequate so that it does not have to be constantly filled. Ideally, it should be between 0.30 and 0.40 litres.
- Security: It must have a safety device when the temperature is reached, thus avoiding overheating of the iron and electricity consumption.
- Self-cleaning: The function prevents clothes from getting dirty and prevents limescale on the sole.
- Anti-drip: To prevent water from falling vertically.
- Cable: The length of the cable makes it easier to reach the power socket depending on the location of the ironing board. Also if it has a rotating mechanism, the iron will have better mobility.
küken Premium offers a wide range of irons, such as the küken stainless sole steam iron.
First of all, what do we highlight?
- Ergonomic handle. As a result, it is a very comfortable iron to use.
- Power of 3,000W. So you'll have your clothes ironed in no time.
- Vertical steam. As a result (easy ironing of garments directly from the hanger, suits, curtains...).
- Self-cleaning. What can I say, a great saving in time and headaches.
- Anti-drip. This avoids annoying drops of water falling during ironing.
- 2mm cable with 360º turn, 1.90m long.
- Safety device with automatic shut-off function. Therefore, you will avoid a possible burn due to inattention.
Finally, a few ironing tips...
How to iron depending on the fabric of the garment:
- Cotton: it is recommended to iron the garment on the right side, slightly damp and to steam at maximum temperature.
- Cowboy: it is advisable to iron inside out with a very hot iron and to finish the garment inside out.
- Wool: make quick and continuous passes. One option is to use a cloth over the garment to prevent the iron from sticking to the fibres.
- Flax: use steam to dampen the garment and easily remove creases.
- Thread: fabrics such as tablecloths and napkins, the most optimal way of ironing is to dampen the fabric.
- Polyester and Nylon: medium temperature with few passes. To avoid shine it is best to iron the garment inside out at a low temperature.
- Silk: because of its delicacy, it is ideal to iron this fabric just washed, inside out and with a cloth to protect the garment and avoid shine.
More steam iron options...
Available at your local hardware and small appliance shop.
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