Steaming Vs Ironing: The Battle Against Wrinkles

Wrinkles are cute on bulldogs, but not your wardrobe. Lucky for you, those pesky creases are no match for ironing or steaming. But, when it comes to the steam press vs the iron, which is the best wrinkle removing weapon for the job? Is a clothing steamer better than a handheld iron? What about handheld steamers? Can a steamer replace an iron? When deciding between garment steamer vs iron, turn to our guide before making your choice.

Steaming Vs Ironing

Deciding between steaming vs ironing comes down to the fabric material you are caring for, and finish you are looking for. Use an iron on cotton, linen and tough fabrics for a crisp finish. Use a steamer to remove wrinkles from silk, lace, wool, and cashmere.

The Steamer

The garment steamer provides the safest option for removing stubborn wrinkles with a natural look. It is gentle enough for use on delicate fabrics like wool, and fabrics like silk and won't burn or cause unintended creasing if steamed properly. Read it’s benefits below to see where it stands in the steaming vs ironing debate.

Benefits:

Helps kill germs (According to the CDC, heat of at least 167 degrees is sufficient to kill flu viruses)
Removes wrinkles
Freshens items between washes
Freshens items not suitable for dry cleaning or laundry

Works Especially Well for:

Heat sensitive materials like silk and some synthetics
Items made of material that can be crushed by ironing like wool, velvet or corduroy
Suits and jackets
Curtains
Bed skirts
Pillows
Mattresses
Upholstery
Silks
Wool, Cashmere & Wool Blends