Tips on using a garment steamer

When using a garment steamer, mastering some tips can help you use it more efficiently and safely. Here are some practical tips:

1. Use water correctly

Use purified water: To prevent the accumulation of scale, it is best to use purified water or demineralized water instead of tap water. Tap water contains minerals, and long-term use may cause scale to form inside the garment steamer, affecting performance and life.

Add water to the appropriate position: When adding water, do not exceed the maximum water level line of the water tank, otherwise it may cause poor water flow or the iron cannot produce enough steam.

2. Correctly adjust the temperature and steam

Choose the right temperature level: Adjust the temperature according to different fabrics. Common settings include low temperature, medium temperature and high temperature. Avoid excessively high temperatures that damage clothing.

Control the amount of steam: Most garment steamers can adjust the amount of steam. For heavier or wrinkled clothes, you can increase the amount of steam, while for thin clothes, you can appropriately reduce the steam output.

3. Use the steam effect

Hang the clothes and keep a proper distance: When using a steam hanging iron, hang the clothes and keep a certain distance to let the steam act freely on the fabric. Avoid contact between the nozzle and the clothes to prevent water droplets from getting on the clothes.

Stretch the clothes by hand: While spraying steam, gently stretch the clothes by hand, which can help remove more wrinkles and make the clothes smoother.

4. Take advantage of the versatility of the hanging iron

Deodorization and sterilization: The high temperature and high pressure of steam can not only remove wrinkles, but also help eliminate odors and kill bacteria on clothes. Especially for clothes that are inconvenient to wash, such as suits, coats, sofas, etc., using a steam hanging iron for disinfection and freshness is a good choice.

Multi-angle ironing: The steam hanging iron can adjust the angle of the iron to help you iron the hard-to-iron parts of the clothes at different angles.

5. Pay attention to the order of ironing

Iron from bottom to top: Generally speaking, it is best to iron clothes from bottom to top, which can prevent the overlap of wrinkles under the clothes and achieve better results.

Iron the outside first and then the inside: For some heavier clothes, iron the outside first, then turn it over to the inside to iron it flat, which can make the clothes smoother and avoid scalding the outer fabric.

6. Cleaning and maintenance

Regular cleaning: After use, clean the steam outlet and water tank of the steam garment steamer regularly to prevent the accumulation of scale and dirt. You can use detergent to clean the steam outlet and nozzle of the steam garment steamer.

Drain and dry: After each use, empty the water tank to avoid water staying in the water tank for a long time, causing scale or breeding bacteria.

7. Safety precautions

Avoid long-term non-use: When the steam garment steamer is not used for a long time, the power should be turned off and the water tank should be emptied to avoid the accumulation of scale.

Do not touch the high-temperature parts: During use, the iron part and steam outlet of the steam garment steamer may be very hot. Avoid touching these parts directly when using it to avoid burns.

Keep ventilation: When using the steam garment steamer, ensure that the room is well ventilated to prevent excessive steam from causing moisture retention and affecting air quality.

By using these tips, you can improve the use of your garment steamer, extend its life, and help you organize your clothes more easily and keep them neat and tidy.