Recommended by experts and tested at home, here are the best steam irons for smartening up your shirts
Which is the best steam iron? It’s important to know. According to a study by YouGov, doing the ironing is the household chore Brits hate the most. I fall firmly into that camp. I buy wrinkle-free fabrics, hang clothes up as soon as I’ve washed them and insist that linen is supposed to look artfully crumpled. I often just cheat and use a clothes steamer instead. I try to smooth the task of ironing out of my life so, for me, the best iron for clothes is one that makes the job as quick and easy as possible.
Luckily, these days, smart technology will detect the fabric and automatically adjust the temperature accordingly. Or you can buy a ‘one temperature’ iron, which ticks away at 140 degrees – apparently a temperature that works for a range of materials without causing damage. I’ve tried all sorts. You can read my full reviews further down this article, along with a guide to what to look for.
If you’re reading this on Amazon Prime Day, you might be looking for a deal on a steam iron. So, for July 11 and 12 only, here’s a quick look at the best Prime Day deals:
Tefal Ultimate Pure steam iron was £109.99, now £93.49