Buying guide for Iron

Buying guide for Iron

We all know what the iron is for, but where does it actually come from? In fact, the iron has a long history, which is looking back to the 30th century AD. in then China. However, the iron did not come to the Nordic countries until the 16th century, where iron was used in cast brass with a hollow interior. There they put in glowing coal through the tray, which made it possible to iron their clothes. When the electricity was invented, of course, this was changed and within time the steam iron was invented, because clothes are most easily ironed if they are a little damp. The steam iron has been popular for almost 100 years and seems to stay for a good while - with some updates, of course.

Just as with so much else, there are now infinitely different types of irons on the market. Choosing an iron today is really not as easy as it used to be, since you only had a few variants to choose from. Now you have to think about everything from different functions and uses, to the iron design and size. However, it doesn't have to be as difficult as it seems, all you have to do is read through our buying guide to find the answer. Further down the page you will also find our iron best in test, which presents the market's hottest iron.

Models
We start with the most important first; to find the right iron. Why then, maybe you wonder? Yes, it is mainly about how much and often you delete. If you just want to get the fine shirts stroked on occasional occasions, it is unnecessary to buy an advanced iron that is still not used. Or it is the other way around, you just delete everything that has come out of the dryer. Then you need a model with greater capacity and more applications.

For those who do not iron so often, a steam iron, steamer or a travel iron fits.

The traditional iron, also called steam iron, is the most commonly used model and the reason for this is simple. The heat and steam together provide a better effect and thus provide an effective ironing. This is an old model that has been around for a long time, which is because it actually works really well. Of course with updates over the years.
The steamer, on the other hand, has a great advantage, namely that you do not have to use ironing board. The steamer releases steam that is applied directly to the fabric, which is effective against wrinkled garments and produces fine results. It also works great on fabric furniture and curtains, which means that you can iron the curtains directly from the rod. A very user-friendly and easy-to-use model, which we recommend for those who want to iron quickly and easily.

The travel iron is optimal for those who of course travel a lot, but also have little space at home. The model comes in small size and is often collapsible and often comes with connection on both 240 and 120 V. The most common is dry iron, but some have steam function.

However, if you iron a lot and often, a steam generator or ironing station will fit you better.

An iron and steam generator basically works in the same way as a steam iron, except that the steam is created in a generator instead of the iron itself. This model has greater capacity and water tank, which allows you to iron a lot and for a long time. You can also hold the iron vertically, which is useful for curtains and dresses.

An ironing station is a bit like it sounds; a station for ironing. This is a combination of a steam generator and ironing board in one, creating an even greater pressure than a steam generator. The system often comes with a fan or aeration function, which makes the ironing extra efficient. An ironing station is really useful for those who iron a lot, because the water is not stored in the iron itself but in a freestanding water tank. Thus, the iron is always easy to lift and the water tank rarely needs refilling.

Material
Check which material the soleplate is made of, as this often determines the quality of the iron. Since the sole must always be kept clean for a good slide, it also needs to be cleaned frequently. Models with ceramic, coated or hardened material are more resistant to scratches than, for example, iron soles made of aluminum. However, iron with aluminum material is often cheaper in price, so here you have to decide what you think is most important.