No matter how stylishly you dress, if your clothes are wrinkled, they look half as attractive. Therefore, we would like to recommend to our readers who love clothes a “clothes steamer” that can easily remove wrinkles. In this issue, we focus on “clothes steamers” and introduce some of the key points to consider when choosing one, as well as some of our recommendations!
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What is a clothes steamer?
A clothes steamer is a device that removes wrinkles from clothes by releasing high-temperature steam, which returns the fibers to their original shape with heat and moisture. The heat is also said to have a sterilizing and deodorizing effect. Most of them are used when clothes are hung on hangers, but there are also press-type machines, so it is no problem to put a center crease on pants. This device is a must-have to eliminate wrinkles from clothes and make them look good.
There are five perspectives in choosing a clothes steamer!
There are many manufacturers of clothes steamers, and there are probably many people who find it difficult to choose from the wide variety of types available. This section introduces five perspectives on selecting a steamer. Please check them out in order to choose the steamer that best suits your lifestyle.
1) “Check the amount of steam, which directly affects the ease of wrinkle removal!
Since this item uses steam to stretch wrinkles, it is no exaggeration to say that the amount of steam is the most important factor in its functionality. Also, if the amount of steam is large, it can be injected over a wide area, which will shorten the time required. What you want to check is the ” 0 g/min ” which indicates how much steam is emitted per minute. It is recommended that you choose one with a steam output of 10 g or more to cleanly stretch out fine wrinkles. It is also important to check the ” steam duration ” as well, as it is important to know how long the steam can continue to be emitted.
(2) “If you want to quickly steam your clothes on a busy morning, pay attention to the rise time!
If you want to take care of your clothes in the morning when you tend to be in a rush or as soon as you get home, it is important to choose a steamer that places importance on the rise time. The start-up time varies depending on the clothes steamer, with some taking more than a minute to start up, while others are ready to use in 20 to 25 seconds, so it is essential to check.
(3) “The presence or absence of a cord determines how easy it is to handle!
Cords are a hassle not only for clothes steamers but also for other electrical appliances. Especially for hand-operated steamers, the presence or absence of a cord should be checked because it affects the ease of handling. However, corded products also have advantages: they do not need to store heat, so they can be used continuously, and they are lightweight and relatively affordable. Since these are truly the best of both worlds, we recommend choosing a corded model if you want to apply a large amount of steam, and a cordless model if you want a quick steam application before you leave the house.
4) “If the temperature can be changed, it can be used for all kinds of materials!
In fact, since the appropriate temperature varies depending on the material of the clothes, it is also important to check whether the temperature can be adjusted or not. If the temperature is set incorrectly, wrinkles may not be easily stretched, or the clothes may become shiny when pressed, so care should be taken. However, most clothes steamers have a fixed temperature, and most types are mainly set at medium (140~160°C), so it is OK as long as you do not use them on silk or acrylics, which fall into the low range. These materials are often used for scarves and knitwear, so if you do not care for such clothes at home, a fixed-temperature type may be acceptable.
| Temperature | Material |
| Low (80~120℃) | Silk, acrylic, etc. |
| Medium (140~160℃) | Polyester, nylon, rayon, etc. |
| High (180~210℃) | Cotton, linen, etc. |
5) “You should also pay attention to the material of the slippery & durable surface!
When choosing a press-type clothes steamer, it is important to pay attention to the surface on which it is applied. The material of the surface differs depending on how slippery it is, and it is also related to the durability of the material, so it is important to choose the right one. A material that glides lightly requires less effort and does not pull the fabric taut during the process of hanging, so it can be hung more beautifully, but the price is relatively high. Although each manufacturer may use its own unique materials, the basic materials used are summarized in the table below for reference.
| Material | Slipperiness | Durability | Price |
| Fluorine-based | △ △ | △ △ | ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ ◎ |
| Titanium-based | 0 | 0 | Ceramic-based |
| Ceramics | Ceramic | Ceramic | Ceramic type |
