The science of Limescale: Why hard water is the #1 iron killer

The science of Limescale

We have all experienced that frustrating moment when a trusty steam iron starts to fail. Perhaps it is a sudden puff of white powder on a navy blazer, or maybe the steam vents that used to hiss with power are now barely whispering. When an iron dies, we often blame the brand or the age … Read more

Replacing the Cord: Is It a DIY Job or a Safety Hazard?

Replacing the cord: Is it a DIY job or a safety hazard?

It is a common scenario in many households. You go to plug in your iron, vacuum, or lamp, and you notice a fray in the outer casing. Perhaps the cat decided the cord was a chew toy, or years of tight winding have caused the internal wires to pull away from the plug. Your first … Read more

Why Is My Iron Spitting Water? 7 common causes and instant fixes

Why is my iron spitting water?

There is nothing quite like the frustration of being five minutes away from leaving for a big event, only to have your iron cough up a puddle of lukewarm, brown water onto your clean clothes. It is a common household annoyance, but it is also a signal that your iron is struggling with a specific … Read more

How to Clean a Steam Iron the Right Way, Every Time

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So, you’ve been enjoying and loving your beautiful steam iron. It’s been ironing out those creases and wrinkles and keeping your clothes in tip-top shape ever since you bought it. But there will come a time when its steam output will drop significantly, or it’ll begin to ruin your fabrics with brown stains, or any … Read more