Ironing Tips
When it comes it ironing this is a household task that most of us look upon as a major chore.
By following our Ironing Tips you will find easier ways to get the job done, and in a more pleasant way.
Overall what most people want is to simply spend less time ironing and spend more time doing the hobbies and things they actually enjoy.
One of the first things you can do to speed up your Ironing is to start with a best buy steam iron and the right ironing board.
An ironer is only as good as their Steam Iron so you may benefit by replacing your existing one with a new reliable more efficient model. It may be lighter, more ergonomic, produce more steam, or simply be fitted with a longer mains cord to make this tedious job easier.
In addition to your appliance it is also worth taking a look at your existing Ironing Board. Is it manageable for moving from room to room? Is is too heavy? Is the cover in perfect crisp condition and smooth with no lumps or bumps?
Can your existing steam iron be left in place on the board if you are interrupted?
Do you have an ironing board to use in the first place? It is not worth cutting corners trying to iron a shirt or a top on a towel covered surface such as the floor, a desk, or as is regularly attempted, the kitchen worktop. In the end the shirt will suffer. A good ironing board is a necessity when it comes to achieving consistent good results.
Should you use an aluminium type cover on your board? This is down to personal preference but as aluminium reflects heat this can help in speeding up the process when you iron shirts, tops, and garments that need a crisp finish. It will mainly help on clothes that need a high temperature to get the right appearance.
Should you use starch when undertaking your ironing?
Spraying your clothes with starch prior to ironing can help them remain crisp for a longer period of time. Although not essential this is somthing for you to consider and possibly trial on an odd shirt or two to see if there is any real benefit.
A lot of modern clothes and workwear now are manufactured with man made cottons and other materials that can eliminate the need to use starch at all. If however the man (or women) in your home prefers natural cotton shirts and clothing the use of starch may be a benefit.
A simple but good tip is; as soon as you have completed a garment, move it away from your "working area". This simply avoids it getting creased or crumpled again. It makes sense to have enough hangers close by to immediatley hang shirts and trousers, ready for putting away in drawers or wardropes.
Of couse the biggest tip we should provide is "read the ironing instructions on each garment" before you proceed. This will tell you the recommended temperature to set your iron at, whether steam can be used, or whether the garment should be dry cleaned and processed instead.
