Ironing Chart

Fabric	Temperature Setting	Ironing Recommendation

Acrylic	•	Dry iron on wrong side.

Acetate	•	Dry iron on wrong side while still damp or use
		spray to dampen.

Silk	••	Iron on wrong side. Use an ironing cloth to
		prevent shine marks.

Nylon	••	Iron on wrong side while still damp or use spray
		to dampen.

Polyester	••	Iron on wrong side while still damp or use spray
		to dampen.

Rayon	••	Iron on wrong side of fabric.

Viscose	••	Mainly dry iron. Steam can be used under
		manufacturer’s instructions.

Wool	••	Steam iron on wrong side or use an ironing cloth.

Wool Blends	••	Steam iron on wrong side or use an ironing cloth.

Cotton Blends	••	Check label and follow manufacturer’s
		instructions. Use setting for the fibre requiring
		the lowest setting.

Corduroy	•••	Steam iron on wrong side or use an ironing
		cloth and brush to raise the pile.

Cotton	•••	Dry iron while still damp or use spray to dampen.
		Use steam medium to high.

Linen	••• To MAX	Iron on wrong side or use an ironing cloth to
		prevent shine marks, especially with dark colours.
		Dry iron while still damp or use spray to dampen.
		Use steam medium to high.

Denim	••• To MAX	Use maximum steam.

Fabric