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Ironing vs steaming

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Hi all, wondered if anyone had any advice or experience to share. I try to avoid ironing at all costs as it is too physical - even just getting the ironing board out! However there are just some things for work I can't get away with not ironing. Does anyone have experience of using a clothes steamer instead? Thinking of getting a little hand-held one to go over things quickly if they really need it.

Thanks!

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Hi, I have the same problem with ironing and I tried a small steamer but it was no good. Someone told me about hanging your clothes in the bathroom while having a bath /shower. I must admit I haven't tried it, since retirement my hubby does it. I hope someone comes along with more helpful information

Gentle hugs Rosie xx 😊

Tumble dryer. Also fewer items in Washing machine.

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rach1402 in reply to Mary-intussuception

Yes I agree. My tumble dryer has reverse action and if I take the washing out and hang/fold as soon as drying finishes it doesn't need ironing. Your body heat moulds the clothes to the shape of your body within a few minutes of getting dressed anyway so by the time you get to work it shouldn't make any difference.

I hadn't used my iron for 7 years so I took it to the tip 2 years ago 😂 it was liberating and I have never needed it or wished I'd kept it. I highly commend it to everyone and today is Sunday, best day to take old rubbish to the tip and the day of rest. What more excuse do you need?

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Sarahvit

Throwing the wrinkled article of clothing in the dryer with a wet wash cloth and turning on the dryer will take the winkles out. Someone shared it with me years ago and I have done this on several occasions. I’ve do recall using a streamer iron years ago. I no longer have the streamer iron so I guess it didn’t work for me for what ever reason.

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