Handheld steam hanging irons are becoming more and more popular, especially in busy modern life, its convenience makes many people feel worry-free and labor-saving. Today we will talk about the advantages and disadvantages of handheld steam hanging irons, and how to use them correctly.
Handheld steam hanging irons can not only iron clothes, but also are suitable for curtains, sofas, sheets and other fabrics. For some fabrics that are more easily damaged (such as silk or wool), steam is more gentle and less likely to produce burn marks.
Save time and effort
Most handheld steam hanging irons heat up quickly and can start working almost without waiting. Especially when you quickly organize your clothes before going out, you can easily get it done in a few minutes.
Deodorization and sterilization
In addition to removing wrinkles from clothes, steam also has a certain deodorizing and sterilizing effect. For those clothes that need to be cleaned, steam can also help remove odors and keep clothes fresh.
Disadvantages of handheld steam irons
Limited steam volume
Handheld steam irons usually do not have as much steam as traditional irons, and the continuous working time is relatively short. If you need to iron a large number of clothes, you may need to do it several times.
The effect is not as precise as an iron
If you have very high requirements for clothes, especially some clothes that need to be very flat (such as shirts and pants), the effect of a steam iron may not be as fine as a traditional iron. Although it can remove wrinkles, it is sometimes difficult to achieve the same meticulous flatness as an iron.
When using a steamer, it is best to choose clean water and avoid using hard water or tap water, because the minerals in the water may affect the effect of the steam and even cause the machine to scale.
Keep a proper distance when operating
When using a steamer, make sure that the nozzle is kept at a certain distance from the clothes, usually 5 to 10 cm. This not only avoids excessive steam concentration and water droplets, but also better removes wrinkles.
Don't overuse
Although the use of steamers is very convenient, don't rely on it to handle all clothes every time. For some clothes that require delicate ironing, such as shirt collars or trouser legs, you may still need a traditional iron to handle it, which will be more effective.
Clean regularly
After use, remember to clean the machine, especially the water tank. You can use some special cleaning fluid regularly to remove scale to ensure the service life and effect of the machine.