For more than 2,000 years, people have heated metal in the fire to smooth out or put designs on their clothing – in other words, to iron. However, for decades many of us have paid others to press our pleats. But not everything can or should be dry cleaned. And if you ever need something in a pinch, you’ll be glad you have an iron.
Wrinkles beware
You know how some weaves and fabrics can’t handle too much moisture. The steam release points are evenly spread out, so quilters, seamstresses, and fabric artists choose irons with these options. These professional features give you the ability to iron and steam fabrics from synthetics to linens. The stainless steel distributes heat evenly, and the chromium finish makes the steel rustproof and stronger when heated repeatedly. And speaking of getting hot, this model heats up in half the time of other irons.
Anti-scale setting
No need for distilled water – tap water is just fine for this iron. The tank holds 11 ounces of water and has a window so you can keep an eye on the water level. The anti-drip system keeps any water spots off your garments. We hear pros rave about the precision iron top that makes seams, pleats, and smocking. With auto shut off in 30 seconds if it’s in an ironing position, and 8 minutes if at rest, it’s got an added level of safety.
Room to reach
The extra burst of steam feature makes it easy to remove stubborn wrinkles from napkins, and to freshen draperies, or add that polished look to your appearance. With a self-cleaning feature, you can prevent scale, rust, and mineral build-up without using steel wool to clean the iron’s soleplate. The temperature adjustment slides from low to high, making it easy to find your perfect setting. It sits under the handle so you don’t have to worry about accidentally overheating. And the anti-drip system keeps you from leaking on delicate fabrics. Sunbeam makes ironing as easy as it can be with their classic iron.
Ready, set, go
Some irons don’t make steam when held vertically, so they can’t freshen draperies while they’re still hanging. But this steam iron works well in either direction. No more plugging in the iron and doing a few chores while waiting for it to warm up. Faster than you can reheat your coffee in the microwave, this iron heats to its highest setting. The handle is ergonomically designed to be comfortable and easy to navigate for all of your pressing needs. So why not grab the brand that’s been making electric irons for more than 50 years?
It does it all
Finally, there’s a cordless appliance that can really benefit from not having a cord. And that’s just one of the fine features of this iron. Crafters and fabric artists love the double-tipped design making precise creases and seams for quilts and fashion projects. Why hadn’t someone thought of this earlier? No more worries about putting the iron away warm, or difficulties bringing it along, because this iron comes in its own case. Choose either no steam or powerful vertical steam, this iron does it all.
Cyndi Mathews is a contributing writer to Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. Cyndi recently published her first book and enjoys traveling to Florida in her sailboat.
