How to Iron Different Fabrics
Fabrics are fickle. Each one requires a different kind of care and ironing technique. So, for the sake of your time and of course, your clothing, we’ve compiled a handy-dandy list of everyday fabrics and the tips you’ll need to make them look their best. Enjoy. And happy ironing.
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| Acetate | Avoid the burn. Use a low temperature, no steam and iron inside of the item while it is damp. |
| Corduroy | Place it on a plush white towel and iron inside out. You can even use your hand to smooth the fabric. |
| Cotton | Press while damp, use a high temperature setting and of course, don’t forget Faultless for stubborn wrinkles. |
| Lace | Make sure to use a cloth between the fabric and the iron. |
| Linen | Turn your items inside out before you iron. Use Faultless to help sharpen up any collars and cuffs. |
| Polyester | Set the temperature to low or medium heat, make sure the fabric is slightly damp and iron from the top down. |
| Rayon | Set the temperature to low heat and iron inside out. Avoid stretching out your garment by ironing in smaller portions. |
| Satin | Turn the fabric inside out, make sure that the fabric is damp and avoid steam. It’s as simple as that. |
| Silk | Turn the fabric inside out, set the temperature to the lowest setting and don’t use any steam. |
| Wool | Use a damp cloth between iron and fabric. Iron on a low heat and use steam. |