Can you steam silk? It’s a question many of us have asked ourselves when we come across delicate garments made from this luxurious fabric. We want to know if steaming is the best way to get wrinkles out of our favorite silk shirts, ties, and dresses without damaging them. In addition, what are the pros…
Is soft water distilled water? This is one of the questions most people are not able to answer due to the close similarities between these two types of water. Water softening and distillation processes involve the removal of minerals to make the water safer to use. So, what’s the difference between soft water vs distilled…
I’m always harping on about the importance of using distilled water in your steam cleaner, clothing steamer, humidifier, or any other steam generating device. The need to use distilled water is often hidden in product manuals, taking users by surprise after they’ve bought their steamer. If you struggle to get distilled water in your area,…
Most people prefer using tap water in their steam cleaner or clothing steamer; it’s quick and simple. The problem with this is that unfiltered tap water contains over 2000 tiny contaminants. Some contaminants may include bacteria, protozoa, viruses, chemical pollutants, heavy metals, and microplastics, among other impurities. You can use different water purification methods, such…
You may have struggled with getting wrinkles out of your curtains in the past but will never again! Yes, we all love decorating our spaces with curtains, but it can be a bit overwhelming when it comes to removing wrinkles. In this post, I will take you through a step-by-step guide on how to get…
Removing wallpaper is a challenging task that requires attention to detail if you don’t want to be left with a messy wall. When evaluating the different wallpaper removal methods, you might be wondering, can you use a clothes steamer to remove wallpaper? You can, but it will be slower than using a wallpaper steamer. A…
Dust mites are microscopic organisms that typically feed on dead skin from pets or humans. They can cause hay fever, asthma, eczema, and allergic rhinitis in sensitive individuals. I am frequently asked can a clothes steamer kills dust mites, and I am pleased to answer yes. A clothes steamer kills dust mites because it penetrates…
A clothing steamer will heat into the 200 degrees Fahrenheit range to produce steam. Despite their portability and ease of use, you can still suffer severe burns from a home clothing steamer. You should never touch the metal parts of a clothing steamer without holding the body of the steamer first (or a towel). When…
A facial is a luxury not everyone can afford, so do it yourself facials are becoming increasingly popular. Using steam as part of your facial has many benefits, such as opening up your pores and deeply cleansing and hydrating your skin. From teenagers to mature women, most skin types will benefit from steam as part…
If you don’t have time to wash and dry your clothing between wear, try cleaning your clothes using your garment steamer. Steaming can clean your clothes, without the need for laundry detergents or washing. You simply need to ensure the steamer is hot enough to kill bacteria and odor causing germs, and steam for a…
You’ve got your wedding dress, the date is set, and preparations are underway – congratulations! I’ve got you covered if you’re looking for a wedding dress steamer to touch up any creases and wrinkles that have formed during storage. In this post, I’ll cover the best steamer for wedding dresses, whether a handheld steamer, commercial…
If you have a handheld steam cleaner or canister steam cleaner then you know the invaluable benefits of steam when it comes to cleaning your home. You might be wondering, can you use a steam cleaner on clothes? Yes you can. This guide will show you how, as well as some of the problems I…
If you have a handheld garment steamer, one of the challenges you may face is where to hang your clothing when steaming. Whilst doorways and curtain rods can be useful, you soon find the piece of clothing twisting and turning as there is nothing behind it to keep it straight. Steaming directly against the door…
You are steaming your clothes, cooking your dinner, or running your humidifier, and the smoke alarm sounds. Why does this happen? Can steam cause a smoke alarm to go off? Sometimes, yes. About Smoke Alarms There are two types of smoke alarms. Light-based and ionization-based. Smoke alarms are tuned to look for the dark sooty…
Steamers relax fibers in clothes and if anything, helps clothes that have shrunk in the wash expand back to normal sizing. This doesn’t work with all types of textiles but works really well on cotton elastane shirts, and other cotton blend fabrics. So to the question, does steaming shrink clothes, the answer is not really. It’s not the steam itself that could cause shrinkage to your clothes,…
Steamers are appealing for chemical free cleaning using only water. You might be asking yourself, can I use tap water in my steamer? You can, but you shouldn’t. Here’s why. Tap water should be used with caution in steamers. Distilled water is the best choice. The minerals in tap water cause build up inside your…
You’ve likely heard how clothing steamers are so much faster and easier to use than an iron. If you’ve bought one, you may soon realize there is a learning curve to steaming effectively. Get it wrong and you could create more wrinkles in your clothing than you started with! In this post, I will give…
If you are considering buying a clothing steamer, you might be wondering if it is possible to give up ironing altogether. There are pros and cons to both clothing steamers and steam irons; and newer hybrid style models that offer the best of both worlds in a smaller footprint. In this post, I will weigh…
Do you have a Rowenta handheld steamer or Rowenta garment steamer? If so, then you’ll want to know how to clean and descale it! Descaling is a process that removes hard water deposits and mineral build-up from your machine’s heating chamber. This will maintain the performance of your clothing steamer and extend its life. Follow…
No matter how you store your wedding dress, it is common for a couple of wrinkles to appear before your big day. I’ve written this guide on how to steam a wedding dress to help minimize the stress before your wedding day and the need for professional dry cleaning or steaming. Before steaming your wedding…
Jiffy steamers are an investment, but a worthwhile one at that. If you look after your Jiffy steamer, it will last you for a very long time. Jiffy recommend cleaning their steamers every 3 to 6 months, depending on the water you use, how hard the water is and how often you use your garment…
If you find your clothing steamer spitting water, not producing much steam, or no steam at all, it probably needs cleaning. Cleaning a clothes steamer requires descaling the build up from mineral deposits found in tap water. A clothes steamer can easily be cleaned with a vinegar and water solution. Mix one third white vinegar…
Have you used your clothes steamer recently and it’s had a funky smell? Don’t worry, with a little effort you can get it back to clean and fresh again. The most common reason that your clothes steamer smells bad is that bacteria has grown inside it. This can easily happen when you use tap water…
As the world reopens post pandemic, we are starting to plan our getaways and holidays again. Cruising is such a popular and affordable way to travel. You might be wondering, “Can you bring a clothes steamer on a cruise ship?” Most cruise liners do not allow clothing steamers as they contain a heating element. Such…
I am a huge fan of essential oils and regularly use them in homemade cleaning products and my diffuser. I often get asked can you use essential oils in a clothes steamer to add a light scent to your clothing? Unfortunately, no. Essential oils should not be used in your clothes steamer. They are not water-soluble…
More than 60% of all retail clothing consists of polyester, meaning that your closet probably holds a great deal of this contemporary fabric! Because of its artificial fibers, the good news is that this material has natural wrinkle resistance. Regardless of this, you will sometimes need to understand how to get wrinkles out of polyester….
One of the most frequently asked questions about specific clothing pieces is whether you can use a clothing steamer on them. I often get asked “Are clothes steamers good for jackets?” and the answer really depends on the type of fabric. Therefore, in this blog post, I’ll cover the most common jacket and coat fabrics…
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This site contains affiliate links. //Commerce or our Publishers may be compensated when you click through links on our site. This in no way impacts my opinions or recommendations. The information on this website is general in nature and based on my own experiences with owning and using clothing steamers and home steamers.
We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website.
You can find out more about which cookies we are using in our Privacy Policy
Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings.
If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again.
