Ironing tips and guide
Ironing tips
lAlways read garment labels and follow the
manufacturer’s ironing instructions.
lSort the articles to be ironed according to the
type of fabric.
lYou should first iron garments requiring low
temperature (e.g., silks and synthetics) to avoid
damaging them with an iron that is too hot.
lIf you are unsure of the fabric content of the
garment, test a small area, such as a seam or
facing, before ironing a visible area. Start with
a low temperature and gradually increase the
heat to find the best setting.
lWhen changing the temperature from a high
setting to a low setting, allow approximately 5
minutes for the lower temperature to be
reached.
lWhen steam ironing, use long, slow passes
over the fabric. This will allow the steam to
penetrate the fabric while allowing the heat
of the soleplate to dry out the moisture.
lTo iron linens, turn garment inside out. Be
careful not to use an iron that is too hot
because the lining may melt or stick to the
soleplate.
lTo iron zippers, use an ironing cloth or make
sure the zipper is closed and iron over the flap.
Never iron directly over an unprotected zipper.
lUse the Ironing guide on page 16 to select the
best setting and method for the fabric you plan
to iron.
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