We all have our little tricks in housework, but there is always something we can improve. Laundry, for example, is one of the great arts when it comes to housework and the task in which we usually make the most mistakes without realizing it. The separation of clothes by colors, the type of fabric, the washing machine program, how to dry them, how to hang them … And finally, how to iron them!
The Internet is full of tips to say goodbye to the iron but the truth is that a correct cleaning and care of the clothes is the best and only way to always be as new, and here, ironing it correctly is crucial. That is why we have compiled the five most common mistakes we make when ironing . Be careful with this and not only will you iron faster but the clothes will be softer and with their colors intact.
If the task is difficult for you because despite the time invested and the effort it is not how you would like it, it is likely that you are making these mistakes that are quite common and that, if corrected, will turn ironing into one of your favorites.
We all have our little tricks in housework, but there is always something we can improve. Laundry, for example, is one of the great arts when it comes to housework and the task in which we usually make the most mistakes without realizing it. The separation of clothes by colors, the type of fabric, the washing machine program, how to dry them, how to hang them … And finally, how to iron them!
The Internet is full of tips to say goodbye to the iron but the truth is that a correct cleaning and care of the clothes is the best and only way to always be as new, and here, ironing it correctly is crucial. That is why we have compiled the five most common mistakes we make when ironing . Be careful with this and not only will you iron faster but the clothes will be softer and with their colors intact.
If the task is difficult for you because despite the time invested and the effort it is not how you would like it, it is likely that you are making these mistakes that are quite common and that, if corrected, will turn ironing into one of your favorites.
Not taking care of the iron
Not taking care of the iron
Sometimes we blame the technique when the reason why the clothes do not stay as we want when ironing is on the iron itself, which must be clean . The iron does not stop being a household object in which waste accumulates and that needs your care so that it does its function correctly and is preserved as the first day. The care of the iron is easy and very basic , so start taking care of it today and then you will save time. Take these two tips:
- Clean the plate. The water from steam irons causes limescale and other mineral deposits to accumulate and also sprays and ironing starches can leave sticky remains on the iron, and this, HORROR!, Goes directly to our clothes (in addition to attacking directly to our patience). The solution? Clean the plates with baking soda and a microfiber cloth or the one you would use for dust.
- Empty the tank . Do not store the iron with the water in it. Burn this to yourself: Always empty the iron's water tank before putting it away . The water can end up leaking and damaging the plate and then ironing is neither easy nor optimal.
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The delicate fabrics at first
The delicate fabrics at first
Classifying the garments by fabrics and not ironing 'like crazy' is key. If we do not have an order, we should change the temperature with each garment, which slows down the task a LOT and ends up becoming a hassle with which we lose time and our stress increases. But not only that, when we start ironing the water tank is full and ironing is smoother and easier. Better start by ironing more delicate fabrics first, at lower temperatures, and then ironing cotton and linen clothes . Be orderly and methodical, you will go faster and you will be more effective.
Don't risk the temperature
Don't risk the temperature
When in doubt about what temperature to set, always opt for the lowest one, especially if the garments are a mixture of fabrics, which are the majority. It seems obvious but we hardly ever take it into account.
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Dampen the clothes
Dampen the clothes
The water tank for spraying and the steam have a very specific function and it is to make our lives easier. Really! Wrinkles are easier to remove from slightly damp fabrics , so you don't want to iron fabrics that are completely dry or just out of the dryer. The wrinkle will resist and the care of the clothes will not be adequate in the long term.
NOT tap water!
NOT tap water!
Many times we dedicate all our effort to ironing, but we forget the simplest gesture, the water with which we fill the tank. If you can use ironing or distilled water you will notice the difference. Who said ironing was a nightmare? Make your ironing corner a pleasant place and put these tricks into action. With these tips and a little attitude, ironing can be one of the most rewarding and relaxing tasks to do at home. Oh, and don't forget the music!
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