Clothes Steamer

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Pigtailsandall · 03/02/2023 09:53

Not a classic S&B thread I know, but I do think looking after your clothes is a style issue!

I don't have an iron and I hate ironing, but I have recently started wearing more button-down shirts, some which look a bit creased, and linen dresses (ditto). So I'm wondering about investing in a steamer - I like that you could just hang your clothes on a hanger and go over them quick(ishly)

Any recommendations? Have you found a steamer to be a good alternative to ironing?

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Procrastatron · 03/02/2023 10:15

I have one. It’s not as good as ironing but it does a passable job and that’s enough for me! Mine is quite old but at the time I just went by Amazon reviews and spent no more than about £25. It’s Swan

Wiennetta · 03/02/2023 10:27

I’ve got a steam iron. Like this one. Its much better than a regular iron if you want to use it like a traditional iron (i.e with a board) so it’s great for anything with deep creases, but usually I just wave it over clothes on a hanger quickly without having to get the board out.

CosyCoffee · 03/02/2023 10:30

Yeah I've got a cheap steamer for stuff like you mention, I never use a regular iron. It's ok but I would prefer it to be cordless.

NightOwlNotEarlyBird · 03/02/2023 11:59

I got this on Amazon a few years ago and it's good for the price. I use it to give clothes a once over if they're too creased or for selling online. Not as great on 100% cotton or linen but I haven't had to bring out the iron since I've had it!

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Anne232 · 14/06/2023 13:57

I have this one, seems to do the job and much quicker `i think than my old iron.

lindyloo57 · 14/06/2023 17:59

I just brought one from asda, it does the job.

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