Today, an iron is an indisputable attribute in any family. However, time does not stand still, and the familiar device has somewhat changed and become more versatile. So, for example, the steam iron for vertical ironing is gaining increasing popularity.
What is the difference between a steam iron for vertical ironing and the usual iron?
At a customary for us iron smoothing of a fabric occurs at the expense of contact to the heated metal sole. The iron for vertical ironing straightens the fabric with steam. This means that since the thing does not contact directly with the device, folds are smoothed out by the action of a steam jet. The principle of operation of such a device is based on heating the TEN of water in the tank to 100 degrees, after which the separation of steam begins. The latter, rising on a special handle, comes to the surface and processes textiles.
The benefits of vertical ironing by steam include:
- the possibility of ironing even the most delicate fabrics (silk, synthetics, corduroy);
- simultaneous disinfection of the material from various microorganisms, including furniture upholstery, children's toys;
- no need for an ironing board;
- the possibility of ironing bulky objects (curtains);
- elimination of unpleasant odor and stubborn stains .
How to choose a steam iron for vertical ironing?
Immediately it is worth pointing out that such devices are not cheap. And when choosing a steam iron for vertical ironing, first of all you should pay attention to such characteristics as the capacity and volume of the water tank. Power determines the quality of ironing: the higher it is, the faster and better the fabric straightens. The optimal indicator for the house is 1800-2000 W. The length of the work depends on the volume of the water tank: an iron with a 100 ml reservoir can work smoothly up to 4-5 minutes, 200 ml - 15 minutes, 1-1.5 liters - from 30 to 50 minutes.
The best models of irons for vertical ironing are Hilton HGS 2867, Morphy Richards Eco 40858, Clatronic TDC 3432, Liting LT8, First FA 5649, Orion OGSC 001.