10 handy tips on how to use a clothes steamer optimally

Everything you need to know about using a handheld steamer

Are you not an ironing fan, but haven't used a clothes steamer before? Then a world will open up for you. Discover 10 handy tips for using a clothes steamer from STEAMRS.

 

Don't need to steam 20 garments a day? Then opt for a handheld steamer. These are easy to use and can be taken anywhere. Ideal for quick touch-ups and when you want to wear groomed outfits even when traveling. What is also very convenient about a handheld steamer is that they are very easy to put back away and do not take up any space in your home.

If you do want to steam entire baskets of laundry, and are looking for an easy replacement for your iron and ironing board, then a standing Professional clothes steamer is perfect for you. These steamers are much stronger and have a much larger water tank than hand steamers. You often only have to go over the fabric once and all the wrinkles are out.

Dry cleaning curtains, furniture and bedding

I love using the clothes steamer to give my curtains a quick refresh without having to take them completely off the rails. With a handy extension cord, I can easily reach anywhere with the steamer. As I pull the curtain tight with my free hand, the steamer glides effortlessly over the fabric, leaving no wrinkles. The same trick also works for my fabric sofa and chairs, and even the cushions that are on the couch. Plus, it's a great way to give my bedding a sleek and luxurious hotel-worthy look. It's especially nice when I'm hosting lodgers or guests and want my bedroom to look extra neat and tidy.

Removing mold with a clothes steamer

Did you know that a clothes steamer can even beat mold? That's because mold hates high temperatures, making a clothes steamer the ideal ally for ridding your bathroom of mold and tackling those tricky corners and hard-to-reach spots! After you've steamed, simply wipe ea cloth over it and voila! The mold is gone like snow in the sun!

Remove stains from fabrics with a clothes steamer

With a clothes steamer, you can not only conjure stains out of your clothes, but also make those on your sofa, rug or car seats disappear. Point the clothes steamer at the stain for about half a minute and then wipe over it with a cloth. The hot steam swells the fibers and fills the fabric with water, making it easier to remove stains. For the very stubborn stains, you can always use some stain remover. 
 

Cleaning and disinfecting stuffed animals with a clothes steamer

Did you know that a clothes steamer is also ideal for freshening up your children's stuffed animals? Cuddly toys are often used intensively and can smell a bit faded after a while. But don't worry, with the powerful steam of a clothes steamer, those stuffed animals will feel wonderfully clean and fresh again in no time!

Hold the clothes steamer a few seconds away from the stuffed toy and let the steam do its work. The heat and steam will remove any odors and bacteria, making the stuffed toy smell nice and fresh again. Moreover, you don't have to worry about the cuddly toys' delicate fabrics because the steam does not damage the fibers.

 


Lots of steaming fun, and thank me later! ;)

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