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Every detail counts when it comes to our appearance: From haircut to makeup, we attach great importance to our physique and we do not skimp on efforts to be at least presentable. In particular, our clothes are one of the most important aspects of our appearance. The iron is a tool that allows us to give a clear and wrinkle-free appearance to our clothes. However, and with use, an iron can accumulate dirt and burns, here is how to clean it.
For the most manic among us, details count. Retouched magazine photos unconsciously push us to chase away every imperfection in our appearance. The same goes for clothing wrinkles and for this reason, an iron seems to be an essential tool to remedy them.
The iron can be complicated to clean
The iron is one of those tools that we cannot do without if our appearance is of any importance to us. Although it is relatively easy to use, the heat it emits can be problematic: A moment of inattention, an impromptu phone call or repeated use can cause burns or dirt to appear that will be difficult to get rid of. Don’t panic, we are here to give you several tips that will allow you to restore the shine to your iron.
7 tips for cleaning your iron
There are several ways that will allow you to clean your iron with natural and inexpensive products, it will mainly be a question of choosing the one that suits you best:
1 – Salt
An essential product in our kitchen and an essential flavor enhancer, salt is one of those natural products that can replace chemical cleaning products. What people know less is that salt is an excellent way to clean your favorite iron. Sprinkle a cloth with several spoons of salt and plug in your appliance. As soon as it is hot, iron the cloth by sliding over the grains of salt. Once the stains have disappeared, turn off your iron and pass a damp cloth when it is cold enough.
2 – Vinegar
If the previous method was not enough, you can then use this slightly more powerful method. You can mix white vinegar and salt, heat the mixture before soaking a cloth in it. All you have to do is rub the plate of your iron well on the spot of the most stubborn stains. Once this is done, use a second clean damp cloth to wipe your iron.
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