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Steam irons advice guides

12 articles
Our expert buying guides below guide you through choosing the best steam iron or steam generator iron for you.

How to buy the best steam iron

By Rebecca Duff
Need a hand deciding which steam iron to buy? We explain what you need to look for to find the right iron for your needs and budget.
11 January 2021

Easy-to-use steam irons

By Rebecca Duff
We round up the top easy-to-use steam irons and generators, plus the best lightweight steam irons that won’t tire out  your arm.
11 January 2021

Top five cheap steam irons

By Rebecca Duff
You don’t have spend a lot to get a top-class iron. Below, we round up five of the best, cheap steam irons that have aced our tests.
21 December 2020

Top cordless irons for 2021

By Rebecca Duff
We recommend the cordless steam irons that will help you spend less time behind your ironing board
21 December 2020

Top steam iron brands

By Rebecca Duff
Our expert guide reveals the reliable steam iron brands that don’t break down early, plus which are most loved by their customers.
Which steam iron brands to buy in 2021Are Philips steam irons any good?Are Tefal steam irons any good?Are Bosch steam irons any good?
11 January 2021

Best steam generator irons to buy

By Rebecca Duff
Find out which is the best steam generator iron for you, plus what you need to know to buy the best steam generator.
21 December 2020

Top steam generator iron brands to buy in 2021

By Rebecca Duff
Want to know which steam generator brands are worth spending your money on?  Our expert guide reveals which brands are most popular and reliable.
21 December 2020

How we test steam irons

By Rebecca Duff
Find out more about how our tests and reviews uncover the best steam irons that genuinely make ironing quicker and easier.
7 December 2020

How to iron clothes properly

By Rebecca Duff
Faced with a crumpled mountain of ironing? Don’t despair. There are plenty of ways to make the whole experience quicker and easier.
7 December 2020

How to clean an iron

By Rebecca Duff
Find out how to clean an iron quickly and easily, including how to descale your iron.
4 November 2020

How to choose the best ironing board

By Rebecca Duff
Can't decide which ironing board to buy? We explain how to buy the best ironing board size, type and cover for you.
4 November 2020

How to iron different fabrics

By Rebecca Duff
Careless ironing could ruin your favourite silk blouse or linen trousers. Here's how to iron different fabrics properly and get your garments looking their best.
4 November 2020