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Ironing

Useful tips and how to guides for everything ironing related, including steam irons, ironing boards, garment steamers etc

Discover the Best Steam Irons for Your Clothes

by Gemma Tyler
Discover the 10 Best Steam Irons: UK Review Guide

FULL STEAM AHEAD!  When you use our guide to find the best steam iron, it really takes some of the pressure off. You’re guaranteed power, reliability, and results so crisp you’ll swoon. Why not take advantage of our fantastic selection of steam irons?   We selected 25 of the leading steam irons on the UK … Read more

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Best Method to Clean and Descale Your Steam Iron

by Gemma Tyler
Best Method to Clean and Descale Your Steam Iron

Steam irons will get limescale at some point in their life, especially in the UK where 60% of the country has hard water (which causes calcium and mineral build-ups) in their taps. As a result, irons need to be cleaned on a regular basis, but which method is the best?  There are a lot of … Read more

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Review: Corby Trouser Press (Which is the Best UK Model?)

by Gemma Tyler
Review: Corby Trouser Press ( Which is the Best UK Model)

BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE. Invest in Corby  When you use our guide to find the best Corby trouser press, you’re enjoying a touch of luxury found only in the best European hotels – and you won’t want to go back.  It’s time to get what you deserve. It’s time for freshly pressed trousers.  … Read more

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What is the Best Water to Use in a Steam Iron or Garment Steamer?

by Gemma Tyler
What is the Best Water to Use in a Steam Iron or Garment Steamer

It’s a common question, and one with multiple answers. What is the best water to use in a steam iron?  We are asked on a weekly basis “Can I use tap water in my iron”  and “what is the best water to use in my iron” There have been many theories, people claiming that being able … Read more

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Best Method to Clean and Descale Your Steam Iron

by Gemma Tyler
Best Method to Clean and Descale Your Steam Iron

Steam irons will get limescale at some point in their life, especially in the UK where 60% of the country has hard water (which causes calcium and mineral build-ups) in their taps. As a result, irons need to be cleaned on a regular basis, but which method is the best?  There are a lot of … Read more

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How To Descale A Steam Generator Iron? (How To Unblock Your Iron)

by adrienne hardwick
How-To-Descale-A-Steam-Generator-Iron

Limescale is the greatest enemy of home appliances. Clogging up vents, breaking things down, there is no end to the chaos it can cause. Where there is tap water, there is limescale, so knowing how to deal with the culprit is absolutely essential.  To descale a steam generator iron, all you need is a white … Read more

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How to Use a Trouser Press (Step By Step Instructions)

by Gemma Tyler
How-to-Use-a-Trouser-Press-Step-By-Step-Instructions

The legs of your trousers are prone to wrinkles and creases that, honestly, ruin that crisp and neat look you’re going for. It can be a real pain to iron out, and you don’t want to show up to your next meeting looking a mess. This is where the trouser press comes in.  Using a … Read more

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Dry Iron vs Steam Iron (Which is Best)

by Gemma Tyler
Dry-Iron-vs-Steam-Iron-Which-is-Best

The eternal battle. One dry, the other hot and steamy. Which iron comes out on top? It might seem like a fairly simple choice, but it all depends on factors like the type of material, how often you plan on ironing, and the kind of budget you have.  A steam iron is the best in … Read more

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Can a Garment Steamer Replace My Iron? (Is it Better)

by Gemma Tyler
Can-a-Garment-Steamer-Replace-My-Iron

Looking to defeat that mountain laundry more EFFICIENTLY? Well, why not try a garment steamer instead of that old fashioned iron? Gone are the days of slaving over that pile of suits and shirts – say hello to freshly pressed clothes with minimum effort from yours truly.  In most cases, the garment steamer is the … Read more

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