Tips for choosing a compact garment steamer

Sometimes there is absolutely no desire and time to get the ironing board, and the shirt needs to be put in a decent look. But there is a solution - a home garment steamer. Today there are such a huge number of different models that the eyes run up. How to make a choice?

Professional dry cleaners use huge and powerful enough steamers. But at home, such devices are inconvenient. Therefore, manufacturers have created special compact devices that have already won the love of customers. Such appliances can easily fit into your suitcase or even your nightstand.

The mechanism is quite simple and somewhat similar to a kettle. Water is poured into the container, there it is brought to a temperature of 98-99 degrees with the help of a built-in heater. Then the generated steam passes through the hose and out through special holes.

The steamer can be used in other, unusual ways. With its help, you can remove unpleasant odors on clothes or disinfect toys that have been collecting dust on the shelf for a long time. And if you have a special nozzle, then washing windows or removing plaque from the bathroom is no longer a problem.

Mini steamers have begun to conquer the hearts of modern housewives. The ironing board is already gathering dust somewhere behind the cupboard. Now you can iron delicate and delicate fabrics without fear of ruining them. And frills and ruffles on dresses and shirts, with which ordinary irons have so long and carelessly dealt with, now look neat. It is enough to just run the steamer a couple of times to make your clothes look like they have just come from the store.

Previously, it seemed impossible to breathe life into a jacket, coat or even a fur coat at home. Thanks to technology, you can forget about going to dry cleaning. And even wrinkled curtains are no longer a problem, just run the steamer a couple of times and your thing looks like new.

The peculiarity of steamers is that they can only be used vertically. So if you like freshly ironed bedding, then the ironing board should not be removed far. A mini steamer cannot replace an iron at home, but it will definitely become your faithful assistant.

The more diverse the assortment, the more difficult it is to make a choice. But having understood the main characteristics, you can easily decide which steamer is right for you.

A handheld steamer is great for travel or for quick tidying up. It is small, compact and easy to fit on a shelf. Fits perfectly in a small apartment where there is not much free space. But there are also disadvantages: short operating time, low power. So they will not be able to steam out dense fabrics.

A floor standing steamer has a number of advantages. It is more powerful than a manual one, you can use it for a longer time, the set often includes additional attachments. But due to its large size, not every home has a corner for it. The peculiarity of the floor-standing steamer is the presence of a hanger. You free your hands by hanging your shirt on a special shoulder. But such a unit cannot be taken on a trip.

The choice of a steamer depends on some more factors.

• Power - the more powerful the steamer, the tighter fabrics it can handle. For a strong steamer, even a heavily wrinkled cotton shirt is not a problem.
• Volume of the tank. The operating time of the appliance depends on the water reservoir. If the tank is small, then you will have to top up the water frequently.
• As already mentioned, the range of steamer sizes is wide: from those that you can put in a bag, to so large that you have to allocate a special place in the room.
• Pay attention to the material from which the iron is made. It can be metal or plastic. The first is more practical, especially if there is a heating function. In this case, the formation of drops decreases, the intensity of the steam increases.
• The water requirements for some models are quite stringent. Before buying, check what kind of water you can fill in the tank. Some steamers only use distilled water, which can cause some inconvenience.

Once you have decided what functions your ideal mini steamer should have, you can go directly to the choice of the manufacturer and model.

Although steamers have only recently started to gain popularity, there are already dozens of different models from various manufacturers. The Internet has made life easier for a modern person, so now you can go to the store's website and choose a device according to the characteristics you need. Brands that have already won the love of housewives.

• Philips. One of the largest companies in the field of electronic technology. It is engaged in the production of various goods: from televisions to equipment for cardiology. Steamer price: 2.5-7 thousand rubles.
• Polaris. The brand is popular due to its low cost and good quality technology. Average price: 2-2.5 thousand rubles.
• MIE. The name of the company is an abbreviation of Modern Ironing Equipment, which means “modern and high-quality ironing equipment” in English. It specializes in premium products, but there are also products with a low price tag.
• ENDEVER. Swedish trade brand with a wide range of products. It gained fame because of its decent quality and low price.

This device is a great addition to your iron. Lightweight, unpretentious, you can use tap water. It is made of durable plastic and has a rather long cord of 2 meters. But the water tank is only 60 ml. Therefore, you will often have to top up the water. Even a coat can be brushed with a brush.

Specifications:

• strong build;
• comfortable and lightweight;
• power - 1200 W;
• price - from 4.5 thousand rubles.

A device with a decent power - 1200 watts. Heats up and ready to work 25 seconds after switching on. The kit includes a brush attachment for steaming and cleaning from lint. The device is lightweight, weighs only 700 grams. Convenient to take with you when traveling.

Advantages:

• ergonomic;
• tank volume - 0.09 l;
• short cord;
• price - 3200 rubles.

Even when traveling, your clothes will look perfect with him. Ready to use almost immediately after switching on, the water heats up within one minute. The peculiarity of this model is that you can use the steamer even in a horizontal position.

It has:

• capacious tank for 850 ml of water;
• additional set of nozzles;
• power - 1500 W;
• price from 4.5 thousand rubles.

The manufacturer has created a whole range of colors for this steamer. You can choose white, blue or orange color of the product. He will be able to help you not only steam clothes, but also tidy up mirrors, clean furniture and walls. Cope even with plaque, grease and scale. Power - 800 W, ENDEVER will be ready to use in 2 minutes, and its operating time - 20 minutes.

Specifications:

• universal;
• plastic case;
• tank volume - 0.2 liters;
• price - 1000 rubles.

In the next video, you will learn what steamers are available for clothes and which steamer is better to choose.