Vertical steamer

Ironing clothes and household items takes a lot of time and is a very tedious affair, and since we all live in constant time pressure today, spending time on this lesson is an inadmissible luxury. However, it is not necessary to refuse to iron, it is enough to change the usual iron to a compact garment steamer. The steamers are available in a wide range, have a diverse design, and to understand all the intricacies of technology, we decided to tell you how to choose a vertical garment steamer and how to use it correctly. This type of device is the most unusual and, according to reviews, the most effective.

Important! A vertical steamer will help iron clothes without removing them from the hanger, and a small hand-held device will become an indispensable and useful accessory for any trip. These devices are able, in minutes, to return products to a neat and tidy appearance, eliminate unpleasant odors and get rid of complex stains.

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What is a garment steamer for?

Garment steamers are devices that are very convenient in everyday life and in the professional field. In the atelier and textile stores, they are simply irreplaceable. But even at home, vertical steamers greatly facilitate the fate of a housewife.

Important! They are especially indispensable for smoothing window curtains after washing, delicate, delicate fabrics, as well as things made from materials that are easily creased but very difficult to iron.

Thanks to the steamer, dresses made of delicate and delicate fabrics will no longer be at risk of being damaged under the weight of a hot iron. In addition, with the help of a steam steamer, you can bring velor and velveteen things to perfect condition, iron coat, jackets, even fur products. You can even tidy up large curtains in minutes. If you're interested, read more detailed instructions,how to smooth curtains on weight.

Important! A powerful stream of steam can kill all bacteria and rid things of dust mites. Therefore, a steam steamer can be used to disinfect bedding, upholstered furniture, toys, pillows, blankets. In addition, this treatment can eliminate all unpleasant odors absorbed into the fabric.

Using steam helps to get rid of various stains and stains on the fabric.

Summing up the above, we note the following advantages of the steamer, which will greatly facilitate your life:

• Respect for the fabric. Steaming clothes does not deform fabric fibers at all, but only gently spreads the material. At the same time, there are no creases, unnecessary folds and shiny bands.
• Effective ironing of curtains on weight.
• The possibility of disinfection - more about this and other useful information in the article “Steam ironing”.
• Time saving. The steam steamer copes with the task much faster than the iron.

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Types and principle of action

It should be noted that there are five known devices for steaming clothes:

1. Steam iron.
2. Steam generator.
3. Steam cleaner.
4. Manual steamer in the form of a teapot or brush.
5. Vertical steamer.

All of them have the same simple principle of operation:

1. Normal water is poured into the tank, which reaches the boiling point and is forced out of the tank in the form of steam.
2. Steam acts on the fibers, gently cleanses the fabric and straightens the material from the inside.
3. Things after steaming look voluminous, beautiful, as if they had just been purchased in a store.

Important! It’s worth saying right away that a high-quality modern iron does not completely replace a vertical steamer, since it is suitable only for working with vertically arranged things and will not cope with a large stack of clean laundry. However, when steaming curtains and on the road, it is simply irreplaceable.

Let's get to know better the manual and outdoor devices.

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Hand steamer

The steamer is the best option for working trips. It is much more productive and more efficient than road ironing. And the iron weighs a lot.

A hand held vertical steamer will quickly tidy up a light dress and business suit, wrinkled in a suitcase. Any thing with such an assistant will look neat and tidy. Ergonomic and moderately powerful, the device is much cheaper than stationary models, but at the same time is not inferior to them in quality.

Advantages of the model:

• Light weight and dimensions.
• Unlimited mobility. You can use the device both at home, for ironing delicate things, and at work or on the go.
• Low price.
• Excellent quality work.
• An opportunity to smooth out even the most inaccessible places of clothes: pockets, linings, areas between buttons.

Important! You can use a manual vertical steamer like a boiler, which means a cup of tea is provided to you everywhere. In addition, the compact device can also be used as an inhaler if you suddenly have a cold.

Disadvantages:

• A small water tank allows you to continuously use the device for no more than 15 minutes. However, as users assure, this time is enough to smooth out folds on clothes.
• Low power. The device can easily cope with light tissues, but weakly with natural and coarse fabrics (flax, drape, tweed, cashmere).

Much more productive and efficient for both home and professional use, stationary models of greater power are floor steamers. More detailed understanding of the nuances will help you in our separate post. “A steamer for home use - which is better?”.

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What does a vertical steamer look like?

Floor steamers are most popular among existing models, as they have the ultimate power (more than 1800 watts) and a large water tank that allows you to work non-stop for at least 2 hours.

The vertical type steamer is similar to a vacuum cleaner - both externally and according to the principle of operation, only with one difference - the steamer does not suck in, but emits steam.

Device

This type of vertical steamer consists of the following elements:

• Heating element.
• Water tank.
• Steam generator.
• Iron steamer for clothes.
• Steam supply hose.
• Lock for steam ironing.
• Steam hose mounting with a steamer.
• Wheels for transportation (for mobile devices).
• Power switch.

Accessories are also included with the device of the vertical type, for example: a brush, a nozzle for trousers, an iron tire, a folding hanger, clothespins for trousers, a heat-protective mitten, helper accessories.

Important! When choosing a device model, pay attention to how water enters the steam generator of the device. In some models, it can come by gravity, and in others, under the influence of a pump pump. Pumping devices produce more steam per minute and this increases the speed of work.

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How to use a vertical steamer?

For the device to serve you for many years, it must be used correctly, and most importantly - safely. Strictly adhere to the operating rules of the device:

• Do not leave a hot or running appliance unattended.
• Use the vertical steamer only for its intended purpose.
• Be careful when using the machine. Any contact with hot water, steam, and hot parts of the device may cause burns.
• Never use a damaged appliance.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the device yourself.
• Do not allow the cord to lie on a hot surface or in water.
• Do not hang the device by the sleeve.
• Do not direct the steam at animals, people, or things that are on the body.
• Keep children away from the appliance.
• Do not attempt to secure the sleeve connection while the device is operating.

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How to iron with a vertical steamer?

Before use, the device must be assembled. All assembly actions and their sequence are described in the instructions. If you do not have it, then proceed as follows:

1. Insert the telescopic stand into the steamer body.
2. Lock the stand. Open the telescopic stand latches and pull the stand up. Fasten the clips.
3. Hang the steam iron on the mount.
4. Firmly connect the steam hose to the body.
5. Pour water (not hot) into the tank.
6. Install the container in the housing.
7. Pull the cord out of the socket and plug it into a power outlet.
8. After the indicator lights up, press the steam button.
9. Check the device before using it on old clothes or run the steam away from you.

Ironing process:

1. Move the iron from top to bottom vertically. Do not drive them horizontally along the fabric or push the steam button back, as this may cause hot water to leak.
2. During operation, the steam pipe will make the sound of bubbling water, and when the water in the tank runs out, a sound will sound. To fill a container with water, first unplug the appliance from the outlet, and then fill it with water.
3. After completing the ironing process, turn off the device, drain the water and let the steamer dry.
4. Assemble the power cord and place it in the socket.
5. Wait for the appliance to cool and store it.

Important! There are additional secrets that will help you use the vertical steamer even easier:

• For a more effective smoothing, use a brush. Set the latch so that the clothes are in the middle between the plane of the iron and the latch. Fasten the latch and run the steam iron on clothes up and down. Before removing the lock, disconnect the device from the network. Remove the brush only when there is no steam, so as not to burn yourself.
• To steam decorative fabric and rims, use the iron rail that comes with the kit.

Steamer cleaning rules

The vertical steamer must be cleaned periodically. For this:

1. Remove the water tank and rinse it with a clean and damp cloth.
2. Rinse the container with clean water.
3. Wipe the tank with a dry towel.

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Tips for choosing a vertical steamer

If you are going to purchase this miracle of technology, then first study its basic parameters.

Power

The more powerful the device, the faster you will smooth things out, but do not forget that this will increase the energy consumption.

Important! For domestic purposes, average power is enough: 1300-1700 watts.

Steam Intensity

This parameter directly depends on the power and determines the optimal amount of steam supply per minute. The higher this indicator, the better the ironing will be.

For some consumers, a sufficient amount of steam is supplied: 35-40 ml per minute, but users consider up to 55 ml of water evaporated in 1 minute to be the optimal indicator.

Steam pressure

This value is indicated only for steamers equipped with a steam valve.Steam accumulates in the boiler, and when a certain value is reached, the valve opens and the steam is released outward by a powerful stream.

True, in this mode, the device only works for a few minutes, and then goes into gravity mode.

Important! If we talk about pressure indicators, then 3.5 bar is good, and 5 bar is very cool.

Tank volume

The duration of the device depends on this indicator. The smaller the tank, the more often you will have to stop the process to fill the tank with water.

It should be noted that some vertical steamers require that topping up is carried out only with a cooled device, and in other models you can add water without stopping operation.

Steam Iron Material

Most often, plastic and metal models are on sale. It is best to choose the vertical steamer in which the sole of the steam iron is made of metal or ceramic, since the plastic sole quickly fails.

Pay attention to the number of holes on the sole of the iron: the more there are, the better.

Important! The most successful models of devices are those in which the sole plate is heated. This avoids the splashing effect.

Number of operating modes

Thanks to functional diversity, you can work with fabrics of different composition and quality. Inexpensive versions of the device have only one operating mode, but for everyday use it is quite enough.

Important! Even the most delicate fabrics can be steamed at maximum intensity, as this is not an iron.

However, a vertical steamer is much more convenient, which is equipped with a mode switch, since you can choose the steam intensity that is optimal for the fabric being processed. Keep in mind that such models are much more expensive. Most often they are purchased for ateliers, cleaning companies and stores.

Product Dimensions

Convenience of its use and storage depends on the shape and size of the device:

1. The compact, handheld steam iron fits easily on a shelf in the closet.
2. The vertical steamer with a pull-out rack will have to find a separate place.

Hose length

The higher the indicator, the better, especially if you have to iron the curtains.

Optional accessories

Most models come with clothes hangers, a mitten that protects your hand from burns. Additional accessories: practical special clips for trousers, special brushes for cleaning things, are only welcome.

Important! Before buying a device, consult with specialists regarding the quality of water that is approved for use:

• Cheap models of steamers are very demanding on water and work only on distilled, sold in household departments or pharmacies.
• Vertical steamers are more expensive equipped with special filters and can work on ordinary tap water. However, it is still more practical to use filtered or boiled water for such models so as not to often descale the filter.

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Garment Steamers Manufacturers

For a long time, Chinese manufacturing companies were the leaders in the steam technology market, having developed a wide range of low-cost devices. However, many consumers were not satisfied with their quality and service life.

Today, models from European and American manufacturers appeared on sale: Zauber, Vitesse and others. All models are characterized by smooth operation and excellent quality, but they are many times more expensive than their Chinese counterparts.

We suggest you familiarize yourself with well-known brands of garment steamers in order to make the right choice and get the most out of your purchase.

Grand Master

The Russian company “Grand Master” has established itself well in the domestic market of household appliances.

The models of this brand have the following advantages:

• Attractive design.
• Clear control system.
• High-quality assembly.
• Long service life.
• Ergonomic steam irons.
• The ability to use the device without the use of chemicals.
• The function of disinfecting soft surfaces will avoid many allergic and infectious diseases.

Steam brush

Steam brushes from a Chinese manufacturer are a real find for people experiencing a lack of free time, but striving for cleanliness and order in the house as a whole, and in the closet in particular.

Steam Brush Benefits:

• Ergonomics
• Convenient design.
• A wide selection of models.
• Low price.
• Functionality.
• Equipped with an indicator that signals the level of liquid in the tank.

Karcher

The German brand Karcher, specializing in the production of equipment for cleaning the premises, also manufactures steam cleaners and vertical steamers for clothes. All models of steam technology are made of environmentally friendly materials. Devices are characterized by high functionality and durability.

The main advantages of the technique:

• High power.
• Large tank.
• Multifunctionality.

Vertical Garment Steamer Philips

Philips clothing steam technology is a line of steam irons designed for vertical ironing. The equipment is produced in a small model range - 4 options, with different technical characteristics and equipment.

Important! Steam irons located in the budget segment have reduced power and a limited number of operating modes. However, they have good ergonomics and do not leave water stains on clothing.

More expensive Philips vertical steamers are equipped with a liquid crystal display for one of five operating modes. The models of this line are equipped with the Anti-Cal system, which reliably protects the equipment from scale formation.

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Useful tips from professionals

In order not to be disappointed in the purchase, be guided by the following tips:

1. Steam bedding on the dryer or directly on the mattress.
2. Carry out vertical ironing of the curtains in two stages - first process the upper part, carefully pulling the middle, and then go to the lower part, spreading the second half.
3. You can dry the down jacket after washing with a steam brush - the iron will quickly straighten and dry the fluff that has rolled into balls.
4. When processing fur products, direct a stream of steam from afar, observing the condition of the fur. In order not to spoil the coat with too hot steam, start processing from inconspicuous areas.
5. Do not use clothing immediately after steaming. Let things dry after hot steam so as not to wrinkle again.

Important! Take note of a few tips for unforeseen situations that will help you if necessary. iron clothes without iron.

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We hope that our information helped you pick up an iron steamer for clothes, and now you can take care of delicate things and outerwear with your own hands without resorting to dry cleaning services.