What's a clothes steamer and what can you use it for?
What is a clothes steamer?
A clothes steamer is a device that quickly and easily removes creases from your clothes. We distinguish between 2 types of clothes steamers. There are handheld steamers and clothes steamers with a stand. In most cases, a clothes steamer can't replace your iron completely. For example, a handheld steamer can't get rid of stubborn creases. That's because the continuous steam production is generally to low. Consider in advance how you're going to use the clothes steamer. That way, you can be sure you're getting the right product.
What does the steam production mean?
The steam product is the amount of steam an iron or clothes steamer produces. The higher the steam production, the more powerful the appliance. For example, a clothes steamer with a high steam product is more suitable for thick fabrics. If you want to remove light creases, we recommend a continuous steam production of at least 30g/min. Are you looking for an appliance that also effortlessly removes stubborn creases? Consider buying an iron. These generally have a much higher steam production than clothes steamers.
What do you use a handheld steamer for?
You can't remove stubborn wrinkles with a handheld steamer, because it doesn't produce enough steam for that. But you can easily freshen up fabrics like linen and cotton. It makes short work of light wrinkles and has a short warm-up time. That way, you can quickly steam your dress shirt before you head out. Handheld steamers are easy to take on a trip thanks to their small size. You can also use it to freshen up pillows or the couch.
What do you use a clothes steamer with a stand for?
If you want to steam multiple clothing items in a row, you use a clothes steamer with a stand. These have a large water tank that you don't have to refill very often. The steam production is also higher, which makes them more suitable for thick fabrics. Clothes steamers with a stand often have specific steam applications for silk and wool. That makes them very suitable for professional use as well.
