Ironing press and all its features

Modern household appliances greatly facilitate housekeeping and reduce to a minimum the time to carry out all the plans. A dishwasher will help you clean up the dishes, an automatic washing machine will do the washing of the laundry, and an ironing press will do the heap of crumpled clothes. Of course, the presence of such a device as a press for ironing at home would be welcomed by every lover of sewing. But today, more and more families are interested in this device, since thanks to it the costs of carrying out ironing work are minimized.

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Press device for ironing

The ingenious idea - to equalize the sole of the iron and the ironing board, was first embodied in America in the forties, and since then the ironing press has firmly established itself in laundries, dry cleaners, hotels and sewing workshops. Nowadays, more and more manufacturers are paying attention to the average buyer, so in the household appliance market you can buy not only a press for ironing, but also a productive device with a steam generator.

Important! The surface area of ​​the press is ten times larger than the area of ​​the iron, due to which the time of ironing is reduced by 50-70%, and the ironing process itself becomes a pleasure.

Constituent elements

The design of various ironing presses has much in common, as a rule, these are two heated surfaces that mirror each other:

1. The bottom plate is a reduced ironing board. The bottom plate is the base of the ironing press, and it is stationary. A rack is attached to the bottom surface, and a mobile upper plate is attached to the rack. The bottom plate serves as an ironing board and is covered with dense foam, covered in cotton or heat-resistant synthetics. If necessary, the covers can be removed and washed, and if over time the foam sags or the covers slip, they can be replaced with new ones.
2. Upper - a huge sole of the iron. The upper surface is a real iron, respectively - metal is used for its production, for example, a thick non-stick coating or anodized aluminum.

Important! The surface area depends on the modification of the device, but no less than 10 times the size of the sole of a traditional iron. The plates can be square, rectangular, trapezoidal, but most often they resemble an ironing board in shape - with one edge beveled.

Functionality

Features of the ironing press, due precisely to the design features, are as follows:

1. The wide opening angle of the leaves of the device makes it possible to conveniently spread the laundry on the bottom surface.
2. This design allows you to not get burned during operation.
3. Automatic protection of the laundry from thermal damage is also provided: if the sashes are closed for more than 30 seconds, the device will stop working.
4. Also, the ironing press may turn off if it is not in operation for more than 15 minutes.
5. The plates are interconnected by a locking mechanism, which is fixed with buttons. Thanks to the lock, the device is convenient to store and move.
6. Depending on the type of fabric, the temperature of the plates can be adjusted with the thermostat knob.
7. The ironing press can be installed on a table or other flat surface. The case of the device is equipped with rubber feet, which provide stability during operation.
8. The maneuverability of the ironing press will increase significantly if you purchase a special stand for it. In this case, the device will be a full-fledged workplace.

Important! If you decide to choose a stand for the ironing device, then pay attention to the one that has several adjustable height modes, so that people of different ages and sizes can work behind the device while sitting and standing.

9. Power and operational readiness indicators indicate that the device has warmed up to the desired temperature and is ready for action.
10. Some models of the ironing device are equipped with a small iron, which can be ironed cuffs and collars, as well as other small parts of clothing.
11. The fabric pad included in the kit is designed for clothing items that do not need flat pressing.
12. The spray gun is included in the standard package of equipment - a container with water and a spray. It is necessary in order to moisten the most rumpled areas of linen.
13. Modern presses are equipped with a steam generator that evenly distributes hot dry steam over the entire surface of the ironing plate, in an amount of 30 to 120 g / min. Steam release is regulated and activated by a special knob. You can iron as you wish with or without steam.
14. The water tank can be from 0.5 to 1.5 liters. You can add water as necessary, and thanks to a special window of the water meter, you can monitor the water level.

Important! Thanks to anti-mineral filters, as well as a water hardness control system, you can use simple tap water to “refill” the system.

15. The dimensions of the working surfaces of the press can be very different: from 50 to 90 cm in length and from 20 to 30 cm in width.
16. The power of household ironing devices varies from 0.8 to 2.5 kW.
17. The weight of the ironing press is also different, depending on the modification, functionality, and ranges from 8 kg to 16 kg.

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How does a household ironing press work?

All work that is carried out using such a technique as an ironing press is more correctly called not ironing, namely pressing. In the process of such heat treatment, the garment does not deform, spots and puffs do not form.

Device application technology

The process of heat treatment itself is as follows:

• Lay the laundry on the ironing surface.
• Spread all the folds with your hands.
• Use the handle to lower the heated plate. When heated, the material of the product will become elastic, and as a result of the pressure created by the plates (up to 45 kg), all folds will be smoothed out.
• After closing the press, a sound signal sounds, meaning that the ironing is completed.
• Open the press and change things for new ones.

Important! According to the principle of action of the thermo-press there are two types:

1. Functioning in humidification mode.
2. Functioning in steaming mode.

A set of functional capabilities and the quality of ironing will depend on the type of fixture you have chosen.

Basic rules for ironing using the press:

1. Correctly place the laundry being ironed. Place the product on the platform, carefully spread it with your hands.
2. When processing a bulky product, push it toward you as you iron.
3. Fold large sheets of linen two or four times.
4. Cover buttons, rivets, zippers and other parts that are sensitive to heat with a cloth.
5. If the laundry is very wrinkled, use a spray bottle or cover the product with a damp cloth.
6. Do not press for longer than 10-15 seconds. If the laundry has not been smoothed over this period of time, then the procedure is best repeated.
7. Place the embroidery and monogram on the product “face” down so that the relief of the finish is not lost.
8. Press the sleeves and tucks using a pad, placing it inside the sleeve or under the tuck.
9. For knitted and woolen products, as well as things sewn from dark fabrics, use overlay fabric when pressing.
10. For synthetic products, use the “Dry Ironing” mode and low temperatures.

Additional operating recommendations

Depending on the type of device, it is necessary to take into account some features of the work:

1. Before working with the simplest devices, without humidification and steam, things must be moistened independently. And only after such processing, the products are laid on the bottom surface of the unit and pressed down with a heating platform.
2. The humidifier ironing press has a built-in water spray. The pressing process itself is the same as in the previous case.
3. On ironing devices with a steam generator, steam treatment occurs when moisture enters the heating element, when lowering the upper ironing platform. The steam generator itself can be integrated - both in the upper plate and in the lower platform, but the latter option is more expensive. When pressed on devices with a steam generator, perfectly ironed things are obtained. In addition, if desired, you can set the parameters - both for working with steam and for dry ironing.

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Areas of use

The ironing press combines two functions: an ironing board and an iron with steam. With it, you can perform the following procedures:

• Steam ironing cotton products.
• Dry ironing of synthetic products.
• Ironing with fabric, wool and knitwear.
• Adhesive decals, interlining and other materials.

Such a device will definitely come in handy in the following situations:

1. The press for an ironing is irreplaceable for an ironing of big things: curtains, bed linen, a coat and jackets.
2. In a house with a baby, where you have to iron a bunch of diapers daily, an ironing press will be a great assistant for a young mother.
3. If you sew or knit, a thermal press will help to steam not only individual parts, but also entire products. After steaming, knitwear acquires special softness and fluffiness.

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Ironing presses and rollers - an alternative to iron

Specialized electric trouser presses deserve special attention:

1. The device can be mounted on a wall or placed on the floor.
2. The working surface of the device is able to heat up to 50-60 degrees, which is quite enough for ironing trousers.

Important! If you have such a device at home, then the trousers will always look perfect, and the arrows will amaze with their “sharpness."

Ice rinks

Another device that can do without an iron is an ironing machine. And if the press is good for ironing shaped clothes, trousers, T-shirts, underwear, then the rollers are designed for volumetric direct linen, for example, for ironing duvet covers, pillowcases, towels and curtains.

There are two types of rollers:

• Grooved.
• Calender.

Two types of devices differ in their design, in the way they pass laundry. To determine which is better - you can take into account such nuances:

1. Grooved devices are simpler, as they are equipped with one shaft and one heating element, and calender devices are equipped with several shafts, and therefore are more productive.
2. However, calender rollers are not used in everyday life, this is professional equipment, and their size reaches the area of ​​the room. Such devices are used mainly in laundries, where in one hour they are able to iron up to 120-200 kg of laundry.
3. Grooved rollers are structurally simpler and are used in household use, for example, if you have a country house with many rooms, and you have guests all the time, then a small skating rink for ironing bedding and voluminous interior items will be a wonderful find.

Important! In addition to ironing, the rollers are capable of drying clothes.

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Choosing an ironing press for home

Before rushing to buy a press for ironing, read the tips of specialists.

Tips for choosing:

1. Before buying a device, decide which ironing you prefer: with or without steam.
2. After choosing the principle of operation of the device, it is necessary to determine the dimensions and dimensions. It all depends on the living conditions and the size of the laundry, which is supposed to be ironed on a thermal press. Compact devices save space, they are easy to move, remove and remove, but they will take longer to work.
3. A short and wide press is a good solution for ironing T-shirts, shirts, skirts, children's clothes and applying decals, but for trousers, not only width but also length is important.
4. When choosing an electronic or mechanical model, remember that the price of ironing electronic devices is much higher, but they are equipped with an auto shut-off and an overheat protection system.
5. The effectiveness of the device directly depends on the power. The more powerful the press, the faster it reaches the operating temperature, the steam production rate is also higher. If your budget allows, buy a 2200-watt model.
6. The weight parameter matters. The average weight of the device is 8-16 kg, so if you plan to often carry the unit, then give preference to lighter models.
7. An important role is played by the pressure exerted by the surface on the fabric. The pressing force, as a rule, is in the range of 45-50 kg, but in some models it reaches 60 kg. For delicate and delicate fabrics, the pressure force must be reduced to 30 kg.
8. Pay attention to the material of manufacture of the lower and upper surfaces. If cotton or heat-resistant synthetics can be washed and periodically changed, then the ironing surface, most often, is bare aluminum. And over time, carbon deposits form on metal surfaces, which must be cleaned from time to time. Teflon, which increases ironing efficiency and reduces fabric wear, is free from this drawback. However, this polymer wears out faster than aluminum.
9. The control unit is the brain of the device. On the control unit with the help of sensors and indicators displays all information about the current status of the device:
   • The power indicator indicates ready for use.
   • Lever amplifier instantly delivers steam.
   • The temperature controller allows you to adjust the temperature of the upper plate. Each type of fabric has its own temperature. Typically, thermal presses can set the temperature for 5 types of fabric: cotton, linen, wool, silk, nylon.
   • Steam switch - supplies steam to the surface of the device.
   • A warning light indicates the need to replace the anti-mineral cartridge.
   • Auto power off avoids a ton of problems.
   • A sound signal informs you that the ironing shoe has been raised.
10. The presence of additional accessories is an important plus. Some manufacturers add cords, spray guns to the main configuration, others - spare anti-mineral cartridges and spare cases. But it is imperative to add to additional accessories: a cushion, a sleeve attachment or a sleeve, or even two - one is shorter, the other is more authentic. These accessories make it possible to iron complex shaped products with a press.
11. Pay attention to the manufacturer of household appliances. The most popular in the market:
    • The French manufacturer Domena is perhaps the most popular brand, as the equipment is presented in any price category.
    • Swiss brand Elna produces both sewing and ironing equipment. Of the advantages: a variety of colors, reliability, convenient control panel. However, the prices for equipment are high with modest technical characteristics.
    • The Italian line of MIE presses is known for its high quality and decent technical characteristics.
    • The Russian trademark is “Grandmaster”, but the production is Chinese.Presses of this brand are a good choice for those who value a balance of productivity and price.

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We hope that the information obtained in the article will help you choose an alternative unit for ironing, which will cope with a heap of linen in a matter of minutes and without unnecessary effort. And you can spend the free time on more interesting activities.