Steam generators Laurastar: description and range

A high-quality steam generator allows you to gently and quickly iron products from a wide variety of fabrics, without leaving folds even in the most difficult places. Therefore, it is worth studying the range of such products from the Laurastar brand, familiarizing yourself with the description and features of popular models of this technique, find out the basic recommendations for their operation and consider the reviews of their owners.

The Swiss company Laurastar, based in Châtel-Saint-Denis, was established in 1984. Since its inception, the company has been creating high-quality ironing equipment. When creating steam generators, the company adheres to the following principles:

• reliability and modernity used technical solutions;
• innovativeness - the company strives to ensure that its products are always one step ahead of competitors;
• durability - the company is struggling with the concept of “planned wear”, which is popular among modern manufacturers, so its equipment can serve for at least 10 years without breakdowns leading to complete failure;
• modern design - the company's products comply with modern trends in ergonomics and beauty.

The main advantages of Laurastar steam generators:

• high reliability;
• maintainability (in a certified SC);
• ease of use due to ergonomic design;
• high quality ironing;
• powerful and intense steam flow;
• double heating system provides "dry" steam;
• auto shutdown after 10 minutes of inactivity;
• the ability to work with delicate fabrics without the risk of damage.

As disadvantages, it is worth noting:

• relatively high cost of Swiss technology;
• the high cost of consumables (a set of 3 filter cartridges costs about 5,000 rubles);
• exactingness to the user's compliance with the recommended operating and maintenance regimes;
• expensive repairs.

The range of the company can be divided into 2 main categories: stationary folding ironing systems with an iron and portable steam stations. The first group contains several equipment options.

• Laurastar go - this model is the base model in the line of ironing complexes and is a set of an active ironing board (implements vacuum and air injection modes - 2 speeds), a light iron (weight 1 kg) and a steam generation system with a capacity of 0.8 liters. The power of the complex is 1.8 kW. System heating time - up to 8 minutes. Adjustment of the table height is possible (3 positions).

• Laurastar S - differs from the previous version with increased power to 2.2 kW, increased boiler volume to 1.2 liters, reduced full heating time to 3 minutes and increased the number of positions for adjusting the height of the system to 6. The model is equipped with a class S aqua filter that protects against scale.

• Laurastar S Plus - is an upgrade of the previous model and differs in that the set includes a better table cover.

• Laurastar Smart I - differs from model S in that it implements automatic activation of vacuum and ventilation, and also adds the ability to connect to a Bluetooth mobile application. The number of blowing modes has been increased to 4.

• Laurastar Smart M - this system differs from the previous one by the presence in the set of an iron with a 3D base, which provides a volumetric distribution of the escaping steam. It can be supplied in pulsation mode.

• Laurastar Smart U Is a premium complex featuring innovative Sensteam technology. Thanks to her, the iron automatically activates steaming while moving

The range of portable equipment is represented by several names.

• Laurastar Lift - a mobile complex weighing 5.5 kg, which is completed with a professional lightweight iron (1 kg). Power - 2.2 kW, the volume of a removable water tank - 1.1 liters. Warm-up time - 3 minutes. The scope of delivery includes an insulating silicone mat and a Teflon attachment for ironing delicate items.
• Laurastar Lift + - a modernized version of the previous model, which is distinguished by the presence of a pulsating steam supply mode. The iron is equipped with an active 3D sole, which ensures uniform steam distribution. The water tank is equipped with lighting. In addition, it is completed with a universal stand for fixing the steam line
• Laurastar Lift Xtra - a one-of-a-kind system that combines the functions of ironing, cleaning and steaming.

The guarantee of the long service life of the product will be the use of the most pure water - for example, tap water, or better filtered. And also don't forget regularly replace the filter cartridges and clean the soleplate.

Dry steam mode (3 points on the regulator) is good for relatively coarse fabrics such as:

• flax;
• wool;
• silks;
• cotton.

For more delicate fabrics, such as microfiber, velvet and suede, it is better to use the wet steam mode (2 points). To further protect clothing made from these fabrics, it is worth using the protective cap included in the kit of all models.

Remember to keep an eye on the water level in the tank and top up carefully as needed.

Most owners of portable steam generators manufactured by Laurastar in their reviews note their ease of use, quick warm-up, the power of the generated steam flow, compactness, the presence of a gentle ironing mode, the possibility of vertical steaming.

The main disadvantage of these systems is often noted the need for regular maintenance - replacing filter cartridges and cleaning the soles. When using this technique, some reviewers have encountered a delay in the shutdown of the steam supply and "steam spits" that appear as the product wears out. Sometimes these devices have a melting of the plastic case in the sole area (most often this drawback manifests itself in the Lift model). Some users note as a disadvantage the presence of only 2 modes of operation.

The owners of systems combined with an iron most often leave positive feedback on their reliability and quality of ironing. Among the main advantages, the owners of such equipment note its complete set (everything that is needed is included in the composition), the presence of an auto-shutdown mode after 10 minutes of inactivity in all models and their high power.

See below for an overview of Laurastar products.