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Manual steam iron for vertical ironing. Choose a good iron with a steamer. Iron with vertical steam function

Not only women, but also men have to use the washing machine and iron. To make ironing easier, Philips produces steam irons Philips Azur GS4912/80, Philips Easyspeed models GC1028/20, GC 1022/30, GC 1022/40. Vertical garment steamers from other companies are in demand.

We have selected for review reviews of the steam iron for vertical ironing and clothes steamers of consumers who no longer think about the temperature regime and do not spoil things.

Victor, 55 years old

We have a large family, many children and grandchildren. Therefore, for several years we have been using several steam irons for vertical ironing at once: Clatronic TDC 3432, First FA 5649−1, HILTON HGS 2866. Things can be hung on a hanger, but you can also arrange them on an ironing board. Families with many children steam helps destroy pathogens and allergy-causing particles. You can work without much effort, because you can not touch the clothes. They do not leave marks on clothes, they reduce energy costs compared to conventional irons.

The steam penetrates deeply, so there are no wrinkles on the clothes. Steam does not damage the structure of the fabric, so clothes last longer. In large families, it is inherited, so it is very important to have such steam steamers. Even a child can handle it as there is no hot work surface. True, the handle heats up and you have to put on a mitten, it should be attached to the iron.

Alexander, 33 years old

I want to introduce everyone to the Philips Azur GS4912/80 iron. Royal Philips, a company from the Netherlands, decided to show on its products how it cares about the clothes of its customers. The sole on the iron does not heat up much, as on domestic products. There is no temperature controller here, since there is no need to regulate it. Steam does not leave shiny marks and burn clothes. This ideal option for a man - plug it in and don't think about anything else. I have been ironing everything - from a thin T-shirt and shirt to jeans without the risk of spoiling it for the second year already.

I can put down a lot of pluses due to quality, simplicity, auto-off, self-cleaning, steam boost for deep folds, universal mode for all fabrics, automatic steam adjustment, light indication.

There is only one minus - for vertical ironing, the iron is heavy, despite the presence of a steam boost.

Natalia, 25 years old

I bought a Philips Azur GS4912/80 iron six months ago, because I bribed its technical characteristics, especially the possibility of vertical steaming of clothes. But during operation, everything suited me, except for this very vertical steaming. It is not very convenient to hold the iron and it is heavy - it weighs 1.7 kg. The water tank is small - only 350 ml with a constant supply of steam up to 45 g, and with a steam boost - 180 g. But on the other hand, you can pour water directly from the tap, not purified, since there is double protection against scale, there is an anti-drip system.

The packaging contains information about the capabilities of the iron in Russian and other languages. With a meager configuration, which includes, in addition to the iron, instructions and a measuring cup for water, nothing else is needed. The instruction contains tables and examples of solving problems when ironing. The iron is made of transparent plastic: black, gray, orange, white and even red so that you can see the water level. The lower part of the iron serves as a reservoir.

The sole cannot be scratched. Holes are specially located on it for uniform steam supply and maximum slip. I note that the company recommends ironing products with a special “Ironable” sign in the form of an iron with such an iron. a. On the case there are all the necessary buttons, on the handle there is a regulator of ironing modes and a button that turns on the spray gun, from below - supplying steam. All buttons, as they say, "at hand", that is, under the fingers.

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Zoya, 55 years old

I just have been overjoyed with the ironing process for several years, especially when the grandchildren appeared. I had to iron a lot, but with the Philips Azur GC4912 iron, you don’t need to make unnecessary movements. I iron even the smallest details and between buttons on children's clothes thanks to the shape of the Quattro Precision iron with small holes.

The iron performs many functions. Now no longer need to think when leaving the apartment about whether the iron is turned off. It's high time for all electrical appliances to make auto-off, as here. If left unattended, it will go into standby mode after 2-3 minutes, accompanied by a slow flickering of the indicator. A convenient cord 2.5 meters long is attached at an angle, so when ironing it does not fall under the sole of the iron. If desired, it can be wrapped on a vertical stand at the end of work. If the time has come to descale the product, the color of the indicator will change. Then you need to press the special PUSH button and remove debris from the sole with a cloth or soft brush. The temperature of the iron is suitable for all products, no need to readjust it. When ironing vertically, I use a steam boost. But I rarely use this type of ironing. It is inconvenient and the hand gets tired of holding on the weight of almost 2 kg. But the muscles begin to grow!

Konstantin, 30 years old

I gave my wife a Philips EasySpeed GC1028/20 iron. She is satisfied. I myself use it. Can be easily ironed under shirt buttons and in hard-to-reach places. The temperature is smoothly adjustable, ironing perfectly. The wire is hinged, so you can rotate the iron at any angle, the cord does not get tangled and does not fall under the iron. Power - 2000 W, so steam is supplied all the time - 25 g / min, there is a self-cleaning system and anti-drip. With a steam boost of 100 g/min, the volume of the tank is only 200 ml. This is not enough, therefore, with global ironing after washing, you often need to fill in water.

Stubborn creases are easily smoothed out. The sole is ceramic, it glides well and is cleaned, it is not damaged, scratches do not form. You can steam vertically things hanging on a coat hanger. True, the wife complains that her female hands get tired of vertical ironing due to the weight of the iron. Water on clothes does not leak thanks to the "drop-stop" system. The fabric is moistened with a fine spray.

Julia, 30 years old

I have been using the Philips EasySpeed GC1028/20 iron for 3 months. Pro dignity: Ironing clothes is convenient and easy. The sole is ceramic, sliding, but does not touch the buttons. The drop-shaped form allows not to jam the already ironed areas. It heats up instantly, there are a lot of holes for steam.

Pro limitations: for large laundry, the iron is too small, because the water tank and the soleplate itself are small. For a long time I was looking for a button to set the desired temperature. It turned out to be a small plastic hem in the case near the cord. The thermostat temperature is slightly lower than the start temperature.

Sergey, 25 years old

I have been using the Philips Easyspeed GC1022/40 iron for 3 months already, in general, everything is well thought out.

Advantages: ironing is easy and convenient, there is a steam blow and a sprayer, it heats up quickly. The design is bright and beautiful. The cord at the base is movable, does not get confused and does not fall under the iron.

Disadvantages: when using a sprayer, water leaks a little and scale forms. Then it can be seen on dark clothes. If you clean the scale more often, then it almost does not get on the clothes. There is no auto-shut off function and no water cup.

Vitaly, 27 years old

I have been using the Philips Easyspeed GC1022/40 iron for a year now. The iron irons perfectly, but the information about the non-stick coating for better glide is not entirely true.

Advantages: the design suits, it is comfortable to hold in your hand, powerful steam boost, the spout is thin, it can reach the nooks and crannies of clothes, there are no leaks and drops.

Disadvantages: steam supply in normal mode is weak, in maximum mode it is too excessive. The slip is worse than that of the Soviet iron. You can only compare the sliding of this non-stick coating with emery!!! The sole is made of bimetal rather than stainless steel; it does not look like magnetic and austenitic. For stainless steel, the iron is too light! The thermal conductivity is high because the thermostat switches on and off frequently.

Evgenia, 30 years old

I have been using Philips Easyspeed iron models GC 1022/30 for 1.5 years, the impression of the product is positive.

Flaws: You can only pour water if you place the iron horizontally so that it is stationary. In the process of ironing, this is inconvenient to do, since it must be held in the hand on weight. There are no steam outlets on the spout as it is the most efficient place for ironing. It turned out that the sole is made of aluminum alloy, but slides so-so, there are small burrs. I would like the generator to be more powerful, and the weight of the iron to be heavier so that you do not have to put pressure on it with your hand.

Advantages: heats up quickly, compact, transparent body, so the water level is visible, fabric cord, on a hinge.

What iron steamer do you have or what are you planning to buy? Leave a review!

It is very difficult and time-consuming to smooth out a men's suit and outerwear, to put in order an airy blouse with ruffles with an ordinary iron. Steam vertical iron copes with things of varying complexity quickly, leaving no shiny spots.

Steam in an electric iron has been used for a long time. Water is poured into the container and you can iron with steam by turning on a special mode. This method is used for things made of dense fabrics. The hot metal soleplate glides, evens out the fabric lying on the ironing board.

The steam iron for vertical ironing has a different principle of operation. He sends a jet of steam to the thing without touching it. To do this, just hang a dress, blouse, shirt on a coat hanger and direct the steam. The sole does not touch the fabric, only pressurized steam.

The device of a vertical iron is more like a reverse vacuum cleaner. It consists:

from a built-in or separate water tank;
heating element;
ironing;
steam hoses.

Water is heated and pressurized through a hose to the ironing device. There is no heating element in the iron itself. Steam acts on the fabric without ironing boards and other surfaces. The fibers are smoothed without losing volume.

Advantages and disadvantages

Vertical steam irons can easily handle difficult things:

blouses made of light synthetic fabrics that cannot be ironed with a hot iron;
silk and nylon;
men's suits;
coats, down jackets and fur coats;
models of clothes with complex cuts;
embroideries, trimmings with stones and rhinestones;v
ruffles, frills, flounces;
small elements into which the spout of the iron does not fit;
curtains and curtains right on the eaves;
furs, at the same time fluffing them;
voluminous knitwear, especially hand-knitted;
upholstery and carpets.

Additionally, during ironing, a steam iron disinfects things, rids outerwear of dust mites and moth eggs, and removes stains. No need to make room for an ironing board. It is enough to get things from the closet and hang them on a coat hanger. Curtains do not need to be removed.

A steam iron can iron and freshen upholstery, carpet on the wall, tapestry. You just need to study the instructions for the model.

Advantages of a steam iron:

high maneuverability;
fast processing;
deep steaming for the entire thickness of the garment, including the lining;
soft processing without traces;
the ability to smooth out trim elements that the sole will not pass through;
ability to eliminate odors and remove stains.

There are fewer disadvantages, but they are:

does not iron bed linen, towels, napkins;
only distilled water is poured into the tank;
with a large amount of ironing, water quickly runs out;
it is impossible to smooth out the folds, pleats;
danger of getting burned by steam;
consumes a lot of electricity;
high price.

In expensive models with several nozzles, an attachment for smoothing wrinkles and arrows is included in the kit. You can buy it separately. In the package of each vertical iron there is a Teflon mitten that protects the hand from burns.

Device types

For vertical ironing of things, manufacturers produce models of various power and design.

Irons for horizontal ironing

Conventional models with an enlarged water tank and a powerful heating element. They are used for vertical processing of individual sections of clothing and light items. Doesn't work well with thick fabrics.

Handheld steamers are similar to a kettle with a flat spout and steam holes. They don't have pipes or hoses. Compact, portable, can be used to boil water on a business trip. The performance is small, but you can iron things.

The iron with a steam generator is similar to the classic model. From the steam generator, pressurized steam is supplied to the iron. It also works in the horizontal plane.

Vertical steamers

They consist of a floor standing steam generator on wheels, a hose and an iron. Works only in the vertical plane. Nozzles have different shapes and purposes.

The vertical clothes steamer with stand and hanger will quickly clean up any clothes. It is enough to hang and steam all the details. Powerful: can iron winter coat and fur coat.

Among the steam generators there are those running on tap water.

Criterias of choice

Choose a steamer according to your needs. For those who constantly travel on business trips, a handheld steamer will be a godsend. In the morning, you can put your clothes in order. In the evening, make tea and have dinner at the hotel. A powerful steam generator is suitable for a clothing store and curtains.

Power

Power is determined by the consumption of electricity and the rate of steam generation. For example, blouses, light dresses, shirts and thin curtains can be ironed at 40 ml/min. Such an iron will not cope with dense fabrics.

The steam generator with a rack will process fur coats and coats, iron down jackets. Its cost is high, the device is bulky. This is not bought by small families.

Boiler volume

The smaller the boiler, the shorter the cycle of continuous operation. The manual steam iron has a 250 ml tank and irons for 20 minutes. During this time, you can put in order 3-5 easy things.

The vertical steamer with a stand works within an hour, with a system of continuous topping up of water. Its price is from 25,000 rubles. Bulky, suitable for sewing or large houses, but not for a small apartment.

Working mode

On steam models, with the exception of the horizontal and manual steam iron, the mode of operation is controlled by the steam supply pressure. For thin fabrics, one is installed, and the thermal shock mode will cope with the creases of the sides on a jacket or coat. For a short time, the vapor pressure sharply increases by 3–5 times.

There are modes:

ironing;
steam cleaning;
processing of vertical surfaces;
furniture cleaning;
disinfection.

The technical data sheet lists all modes of the model.

Overview of popular models

Popular vertical steamers and steam cleaners.

Floor type with vertical stand and hangers:

power 1700 W;
steam supply adjustable up to 40 g/min;
tank volume 1.4 liters;
cord length 2.8 m;
telescopic stand.

The kit includes a brush attachment and a removable reservoir.

set of nozzles included;
comfortable stand;
4 steam modes;
large tank.

the smell of plastic from the case;
handle gets very hot.

Technical indicators:

power 1700 W;
steam supply 35g/min;
smooth power regulator;
tank volume 1.7 l;
ready time 45 sec.

It has five settings for the type of fabric, large hangers.

modes by tissue type;
regulators are located on the handle;
warms up quickly.

water runs out quickly;
difficult to apply to thin fabrics.

Floor-standing, professional, foot-operated:

power 1800 W;
tank 2.1 l;
5 steam modes.

Used by shop owners and theater costumers.

high performance;
foot control;
compartment for accessories;
18 ironing modes.

poor steam pressure regulation;
there is no anti-drip system, water can get on the fabric.

A variety of models will allow you to choose the right vertical iron depending on your needs. Although the price is high, it is worth the convenience and time savings.

Quite often there are difficulties with ironing some things. Silk, cashmere, fine knitwear and other types of delicate fabrics, as well as things of complex cut with ruffles, bows, palettes, are best steam ironed and vertically. This reduces the risk of damage to the fabric and pressing down on the decorative elements of clothing to a minimum. This method is the most optimal solution.

The article will consider a steam iron for vertical ironing, its types and advantages will be described. You will learn what you should pay attention to when buying such a device, and which brands are best to trust. Let's start by learning how it works.

The principle of operation of the iron

The basis for smoothing things with such a device is the effect on the fibers of the fabric with hot steam, which, when expanded, is able to perfectly align wrinkled areas and remove the formed folds. Ironing things takes place in a vertical position. There is no need to use a horizontal surface (board).

To start work, water is poured into a special reservoir of the device. Depending on the type of device, the type of liquid suitable for use is also selected. A cheaper vertical steam iron needs only distilled water, while its more expensive counterparts can work with tap liquid.

After filling it, the iron should be plugged into the network and press the start button. With the help of a special regulator, the steam supply mode is set. The heater, located inside the device, heats the liquid to a temperature of 90-100 degrees in one or two minutes. And a special generator located inside the device creates a steam jet, with the help of which clothes will be ironed. In this case, you do not need to make special efforts, as is the case with a conventional iron. Everything happens easily and quickly. What types of such devices are there?

There are only three types of them - a regular iron with the possibility of vertical steaming, a steam generator and a steamer.

The first type has a built-in water tank. It is fed to a special heating element, converted into steam, which then flies out of the holes in the sole of the device at high speed. Its disadvantage is the weight, since in fact it is an ordinary iron, which can be used to smooth things in an upright position.

The steam generator is an advanced model. It consists of a water tank and a conventional iron connected to it with a special hose. Such a device has increased functionality, since the liquid boiler is already larger. An ordinary iron for vertical ironing cannot boast of this. It also has the ability to adjust the steam supply mode. This useful feature is useful when ironing things from various fabrics.

The third type is a professional steamer, which includes a whole steam generation device, which is located on the floor. A nozzle resembling a vacuum cleaner nozzle is connected to it with a hose. It has a very wide functionality both for ironing things and for wet cleaning of textiles. The steamer is very convenient due to the low weight of the nozzle, which is used for steaming, and the large volume of the water tank, which allows you to increase the duration of its operation until the next liquid filling.

For people who travel frequently, as well as go to work meetings and conferences, miniature models of such devices are well suited. A manual steam iron for vertical ironing will be useful if you need to quickly refresh wrinkled areas on your clothes before going out for a walk or some kind of performance.

Having decided on the types of such devices, you need to find out about their advantages and disadvantages before purchasing.

Pros and cons of a steam iron

The advantages include the fact that vertical ironing for delicate types of fabrics is safer and more effective than traditional horizontal ironing. The steam, being very hot, perfectly straightens all the creases and folds on the clothes without damaging its structure. Thanks to the variety of steam modes for different types of fabric, ironing is carried out in the most optimal way.

Hard-to-reach places between buttons, ruffles, beads, sequins can be quickly smoothed out without much effort. There is no need to use a horizontal hard surface (board).

A steam iron for vertical ironing is able to combat unpleasant odors from clothes, as well as renew their fur elements.

You can smooth out large things on weight. These include curtains, curtains, bed linen. In this way it is convenient to steam suits, skirts, jeans, hanging them on a hanger.

Vertical steam ironing can act as an operation to disinfect and destroy germs, mites, mold inside furniture. Sofas, beds in this way can be quickly cleaned, without the need to dry their elements on the street, or going to a dry cleaner.

What features and functions should you pay attention to when purchasing such a device. Let's consider them.

How to determine the best option when buying, if you want to ensure both the smoothing of things and the disinfection of the apartment. How to choose a steam iron for vertical ironing, what to look for? Follow the following points:

power - it determines how much steam the iron can form, and what the temperature of vaporization will be. The ideal option for use in an apartment would be a value of 1,500 - 1,800 W;
the volume of the water boiler - this indicator affects the duration of the device until the next liquid is filled. It all depends on the preferences of the housewife - a dimension of 200 milliliters is equal to about 20 minutes of work, but a volume of one liter is already able to increase the ironing time to one hour;
steam supply modes - there are several of them, and each is used for a specific material. Here you need to decide what types of things are in operation, and whether you will steam them all;
steam supply temperature - if it is about one hundred degrees, then such a device can only smooth out things, and if its value is in the range of one hundred and twenty - one hundred and fifty degrees, then disinfection can already be carried out;
additional parameters, which include: anti-drip system, which excludes the possibility of getting things wet; automatic shutdown of the device after twenty minutes of inactivity; Possibility of descaling the poured liquid.

What brand should be preferred? According to a large number of positive reviews, this brand is Philips.

What makes it stand out from other manufacturers? First of all, it is a low price. The cheapest type is the regular Philips PerfectCare Azur vertical iron. It has a power of 2,800 watts and a water tank with a volume of 350 milliliters. The usual steam supply occurs with a force of 50 grams per minute. There is a steam boost function - 200 grams per minute, which allows you to smooth out dense types of fabrics like jeans or curtains. The parameters of the device include automatic shutdown after thirty seconds of being in a vertical plane.

High-quality steam ironing of large items is only possible with a Philips steam iron. It is more expensive for the price. But the functionality is impressive. Such a device is equipped with convenient nozzles for ironing and cleaning different types of fabrics. The volume of the tank is two liters, which allows continuous operation for two hours.

It also includes a convenient rack-hanger for clothes, a clip to facilitate the creation of arrows on trousers, a Teflon mitten to protect the hand from burns, a board made of heat-resistant material to facilitate smoothing cuffs, collars, pockets.

The power of the heating element is 1,800 W. Steam is supplied with a force of forty grams per minute. Using such a device, vertical steam ironing of large items will occur quickly and effortlessly.

Some particularly “capricious” clothes are simply impossible to iron on an ironing board. That is why you should choose an iron with vertical steam. With it, you can easily smooth out an expensive jacket or tidy up a silk blouse without removing them from the hanger. Also, an iron with a steamer is indispensable for curtains or heavy outerwear.

However, the advantages of this miracle helper are already clear to everyone. Only one thing is not clear: how to choose it? In a home appliance store, your eyes run wide with abundance. There is a small compact iron, the characteristics of which say that it does an excellent job of ironing on weight. But his appearance inspires doubt: can he? On the other hand, you don’t want to choose a huge and heavy steam generator either. How to proceed?

First, determine the load

If this most "capricious" blouse in your wardrobe is only one, then you should not buy a too expensive model for it. You can easily choose a vertical steam iron from Supra, Maxwell, Saturn or Vitek. These devices can easily cope with a low load. But if you have to iron a whole pile of curtains every day (for example, in your own studio), then you cannot do without a good apparatus with vertical steaming. What should it be?

Power and pressure

In modern models, power varies from 1200 to 2400 W:

low power of 1.2-1.5 kW is usually found in small road models that are not suitable for vertical steaming;
1.6-2 kW is already enough for home use. Such an iron with a steamer can be chosen if you have small amounts of ironing;
2.1-2.4 kW machines are suitable for ironing heavy curtains and outerwear. Of course, they are not at all economical, but they quickly heat up and iron things well.

Important: the higher the power, the better the iron will cope with vertical steaming. Indeed, in order for the clothes to straighten well, you need to supply a powerful stream of steam.

In addition to power, pay attention to steam pressure. For different models, this figure varies from 10 to 150 g / min. For ordinary fabrics, 30-60 g/min is sufficient. For heavy, dense clothes, you will have to choose a more expensive vertical steam iron, the pressure of which is at least 90 g / min.

Outsole: does it matter?

Indeed, if you iron things only vertically, without touching the fabric, is it necessary to pay attention to the sole? Of course you do. After all, you will use the iron for its intended purpose.

Soles are of several types:

stainless steel has two main advantages: strength and ease of maintenance. However, it weighs much more than other sole materials;
aluminum is lighter than stainless steel, but can be scratched or deformed;
ceramic surfaces glide well and protect the fabric from burning, but are considered fragile and capricious in care.

Regardless of the material, the soleplate should have enough steam holes. In this case, it is better to choose an iron in which the holes are located over the entire surface of the sole, and not just on top.

Cord: choose practicality

To choose a good iron with vertical steam, you must definitely pay attention to the cord of the selected model. A short wire will prevent you from ironing things in the air, so its length should be at least two meters. Also look at the way it is attached: in some modern models, the cord can rotate 360 degrees.

Ergonomics and additional features

No matter how good the iron is in terms of technical characteristics, if it is inconvenient to hold it in your hands, then all its advantages are worthless. Even if you prefer to shop online, take the time to walk into a store and hold the model you are about to choose in your hands. It should be light enough and easy to handle.

As for additional features, it will not be superfluous:

automatic shutdown (the device will turn off by itself, even if you forget about it);
anti-drip system (water will not flow out of the tank during operation);
button groove (a thin groove along the edge of the sole that helps to iron small details);
the possibility of self-cleaning (such a model calmly reacts to tap water).

All these little things will facilitate the process of ironing, and this already means a lot for any housewife.

If you want to choose an iron with vertical steam, be sure to consider your ironing volumes. For a family of 2-3 people, you can buy a small low-power model, but for a large company or atelier, you will have to take a powerful device with high steam pressure. The sole should have enough holes and not be too heavy. Choose a device with a long cord and a comfortable handle.

Some people think that it takes a lot of time and effort to put a men's suit and outerwear in order, while smoothing out an airy blouse with many frills is incredibly difficult and time consuming. Indeed, an ordinary iron copes with such work quite difficult.

But steam vertical irons are something that will help a person to always be neat without wasting their time on it. He is able to cope with things of any complexity extremely quickly and easily, will not leave shiny spots and will be a faithful assistant for many years.

Main characteristics

The design of the device has a built-in or separate container with a heating element. Water should be poured into it, which, with the help of electricity, will boil and soon turn into steam. There are small holes in the sole of the appliance that allow the steam to escape and penetrate into the fibers of the fabric, making it even.

If ordinary irons work only on a horizontal surface and make efforts to perfectly smooth this or that thing, a vertical appliance can be used even if there is no support. Clothes must be placed on special hangers and processed in several stages. To smooth out the creases well, you should not shift the thing two or three times - you just need to process it on one side.

Giving a description of this kind of devices, one cannot fail to say about their positive qualities.

Such an iron is subject to absolutely any fabric. It can smooth cotton, suede, silk, cashmere and other materials. In order for ironing to be of high quality, the necessary steam generation mode should be turned on.
The clothes will not be damaged as the processing method is non-contact. The hostess can be sure that the textile will not burn through, there will be no traces, clues or other unpleasant surprises on it.
Even if the clothes have a lot of decorative elements in the form of buttons, sequins or beads, the iron will easily smooth it out.
You should not spend money and buy an ironing board, as the device is able to work on weight.
You can steam large fabrics such as curtains and bedding.
The fabric is perfectly disinfected by means of hot steam. This prevents mites and germs from multiplying on textiles.
It is possible to clean not only things, but also furniture, getting rid of a strong smell.

Included with the device is a lot of useful and necessary accessories that help to iron things more efficiently.

A brush to clean clothes while ironing. It allows you to get rid of small villi, threads and small contaminants. With its help, it is extremely easy to care for coats or products that have a long nap.
Using the clip, you can make stylish arrows and folds.
Clip-brush - an accessory that replaces the brush and clip.
A hanger rack is an extremely convenient thing on which clothes should be hung so that processing is comfortable. Double racks are more durable, they are intended for things that have a lot of weight.
Protective mitten made of dense fabric or Teflon. It is worn if it is necessary to protect hands during vertical use.
A heat-resistant board should be placed under the fabric when cuffs, collars, pockets and other items that have several layers of material are ironed.

A device with a steam generator is extremely easy and simple to handle a large amount of clothes, has a fairly long service life and pleases its owners with high-quality and accurate work. It is convenient, most often used for smoothing delicate fabrics. Curtains and textiles can be tidied up.

Varieties

There are three types of such irons, so choosing the right one is not too difficult. When purchasing a device, you should familiarize yourself with the characteristics of each type.

Horizontal ironing device with vertical steaming function. The design is a housing in which there is a container for liquid. Water enters the heating element, which makes steam out of it, which will exit through holes. An excellent device for those who need a simple, but convenient and high-quality device.

The device with a steam generator has a simple design. It has three main elements: a tank with a volumetric container for liquid, an iron (which looks like a conventional classic appliance) and a hose that transmits steam.

Steamers are the most popular products. The set includes a floor-mounted steam generator, a hose that supplies steam and a nozzle-iron. Quite often purchased with a variety of brushes. These irons are used to iron clothes or clean textiles. Such models do not have a horizontal ironing function. With their help, you can put yourself in order in a matter of minutes.

How to choose a device?

In order for the device to be of high quality and easy to use, when purchasing it, you need to take into account some tips and recommendations, able to help in such a difficult choice.

You should carefully consider the cord of the device. The most comfortable wire length is two meters. It is worth choosing models that have a rotating system that does not allow the cord to twist. In this case, the wire will turn three hundred and sixty degrees, and the hostess will not need to spend a lot of time straightening it.
It is better to buy devices that have an anti-drop system. Some appliances will drip water when using a low heating temperature. When liquid falls on light things, traces remain from it. A good anti-drip system can save the hostess from such problems.
It is worth immediately determining what kind of liquid is needed for a particular model. You should carefully study the instructions for the device. If the device is simple, only distilled liquid can be poured into it. More expensive appliances have filters that purify the water. They can even be filled with a flow option.

How to use it correctly?

It is easy to use such an iron, anyone can handle it. First you need to pour cold liquid into a special tank. Next, the device should be connected to the mains. It has a regulator on which the required steam supply mode is set. The liquid in the container will heat up after one or two minutes, and then begin to evaporate. Steam will come out through small holes located on the sole of the device. When the button is pressed, a burst of steam begins to be produced from them.

To perform vertical ironing, you need to place clothes on hangers. The fabric should be stretched by hand, at the same time holding the device in the other hand and moving it from top to bottom. Steam is able to penetrate deep into the fabric, so you can iron the garment on only one side without turning it over several times.

To qualitatively smooth trousers or jeans, you should use a hanger with special clips. Curtains are first hung and then ironed.

Rating of the best models

Among the variety of different devices, it is quite difficult to choose one. First, you should study the characteristics of different models in order to compare them and purchase exactly what you need.

Polaris PIR 2465AK- a budget device with good power. Easily glides over various types of material, as it is equipped with a ceramic sole. Smoothes out even the deepest wrinkles. There is an option that allows you to vertically steam clothes that are on the hanger. If things get too dry, they will be saved by the spray function, which does an excellent job of moisturizing. The reservoir is quite capacious - you do not need to add liquid too often. The device is of high quality and safe. If the device is left on its side for thirty seconds, it will turn off automatically. In the vertical position, the switch-off occurs after eight minutes.

Braun TexStyle 7 TS765A- an effective device that can become a true friend for any, even the most demanding, hostess. It has a narrow spout, ball fastening of the cord. It is easy to operate due to convenient control and the most comfortable handle with a rubber insert. Powerful and extremely fast. The modern soleplate, protected from various kinds of damage, allows the iron to easily glide over the fabric. The spray function will help moisten overdried clothes.

Maxwell MW-3055- A practical and affordable model that has an adequate cost. Pleasant design, decoration in white and blue tone. There are no sliding pads on the handle, but it is comfortable and comfortable. It is easy to manage, as the buttons and control knob are quite large and understandable even to the most ignorant person. The device is powerful, with a smooth ceramic soleplate and constant steam output that can be adjusted. The adjustment is manual, without the use of automation. The iron is easy to process clothes on a coat hanger (vertical processing). Splashing is what copes with overdried fabric.

Philips GC4595 40Azur FreeMotion- a great option for those who need the highest quality and convenient thing. Powerful steam supply guarantees perfectly ironed clothes. The device works together with the charging base, which recharges it extremely quickly, as you can see by seeing the light indication. If it lights up yellow, then the device needs a full or partial charge, if blue, it can be used. Extremely powerful model. Able to save clothes from complex folds and other troubles.

Bosch TDI 902836A- not too expensive option with an aesthetic and beautiful design. Quickly, easily and well smoothes a variety of materials, the sole glides well over the fabric. Steam is supplied automatically. The cord of the device is long, the spout is narrow. The liquid container holds a sufficient amount. There is an extremely convenient anti-drip system that protects the fabric from moisture. But there are also disadvantages: a little noisy and heavy equipment.

Philips GC3582/20 SmoothCare- a steam iron with a huge tank (four hundred milliliters). In this regard, the hostess will not often have to add liquid, which will facilitate her work. The model can be filled with ordinary tap water, as it has a special function that will not allow scale to form. The hole for filling the liquid is quite wide. Drip-stop is a handy feature that prevents water from leaking. Handles serious creases and glides easily thanks to the ceramic sole. Protected from minor damage and easy to clean.

MIE Stiro 1100- a model whose price is adequate. The device is safe, high-quality, it is convenient to use. Easy to operate. Ideally smooth any fabric, constantly delivers steam. The body is made of metal, the high-quality sole has a Teflon nozzle. The liquid tank is large enough, the steam generator is powerful.