Steam ironing systems for the home received positive reviews not by accident. Their feature is the combination of a conventional ironing board with many useful options, while each model has a high-performance steam generator and a professional steamer. The more innovations and modern elements in the configuration, the more expensive the model. Despite the high cost, these devices are popular because they save time and effort that is spent on ironing. Allow yourself to relax and choose functional, stylish and reliable ironing facilities for the home.
Key Features
An ironing system is a whole range of different options in the form of pressurization, board heating, vacuum, steam pressurization, as well as various nozzles that help to steam clothes off or to clean them with steam. A steam ironing system solves several of your problems at once:
- saves time;
- thanks to thoughtfulness and competent design makes the ironing process more convenient and easier;
- You can use the system to iron any fabric - from denim to delicate;
- there is a function of vertical steaming.
How does it work?
Ironing systems with a steam generator are a steam iron, a steam generator, an ironing board. Reliable fastening of all elements, stability, compactness when folded - all this attracts the attention of buyers. The system operates on hot steam operating under high pressure. The source of steam is water that is poured into the generator. The more powerful the system, the more functionality it has. The water in the boiler boils and forms steam, which is fed into the iron through the holes on the sole.
Selection rules
Ironing systems for the home need to be selected taking into account several rules.
- Surface quality should be high. Most often, the work surface has a mesh structure covered in fabric. The main thing is that the board is covered with breathable material, since the coating should evaporate moisture well.
- Strength and stability of structures. Choose models that are easy to carry and lightweight. In addition, they should be easy to assemble and disassemble. Ideally, models should be adjustable in height either stepwise or continuously. The design features of the systems are legs, the X-shaped models are more reliable and simple to assemble, and the U-shaped legs make it possible to iron while sitting.
- Functionality is the equipping of various systems that facilitate the ironing process. In the household version, the basic configuration is sufficient, and it makes sense to purchase additional accessories for working with complex fabrics.
- Additional options are a vacuum, pressurization, heating of a working surface. When working in the “vacuum” mode, the fabric adheres well to the ironing board, so it does not slip and crease, so you can quickly make frills on the skirt or arrows on the trousers. The boost function is needed for processing delicate fabrics, such as lining or velor products. Thanks to the heating of the surface, you can iron the laundry on both sides. Steam boost is the ability to iron without an iron with just your hands, since the steam supplied by a powerful steam generator easily processes the surfaces of any fabrics. The most optimal models for home use, according to experts, are the light and compact Krausen Perfetto, Comfort Vapo Mito.
- Steam generator power. Powerful ironing systems for the home receive favorable reviews due to the fact that the device is multifunctional.
- Convenience of the iron. Since this is the main ironing tool, it must be efficient and safe. And here, every detail plays an important role: the material of the handle, the features of its fastening, and the type of sole.
- Optional accessories in the form of a sleeve or a steam gun allow ironing with great convenience.
Popular Models: Philips
Experts note that the most popular brands among buyers are TEFAL and Philips. A Philips ironing system, for example, is a steam station that makes ironing completely different. The Philips GC9550 / 02 Perfect Care Silence attracts customers with its affordable price and excellent performance. However, Perfect Care Silence is a premium device that is quiet, powerful, ready for use a couple of minutes after switching on. The brand pays great attention to the introduction of technologies, and therefore, thanks to Optimal Temp, a balance of the temperature of the steam and the sole of the iron is ensured. Accordingly, you can iron and not think about the temperature settings. High-quality SteamGlide outsole provides easy-slip fabric that will be reliably protected from scratches. The peculiarity of the system is its light weight (about 3 kg), respectively, it can be easily rearranged and installed in any room.
The model GC 8620/02, made by the Philips brand, is more accessible, the ironing system received positive reviews due to its affordable cost (it will cost you around 7,000 rubles) and ease of operation. On the other hand, it is noted that the device does not cope well with ironing shirts made of cotton or linen, in addition, the system is bulky and not very convenient in design, as well as noisy. It is also noted that you can get burned, so you need to be careful with this device.
There are more good reviews about the Philips GC-7619 ironing system. This system is compact, easy to operate, while it is inexpensive, about 6000 rubles. The advantages include automatic shutdown in case of downtime, the ability to cope with complex fabrics and badly wrinkled surfaces. Of the minuses, the most significant is the need for constant pouring of water and, as a result, too heavy a weight.
Tefal
Tefal brand ironing systems for the home are very popular with buyers. Reviews about them are common, because the manufacturer offers a wide range for a wide variety of customers. One of the available models is the GV 5225, which has a steam humidification function that is regulated by steam supply. With it, you can perform vertical steaming, and a convenient handle makes the ironing process comfortable. The soleplate is based on Ultragliss Diffusion. Such a device will cost between 6000-6500 rubles.
In the line of this brand, another ironing system attracts attention, reviews about which are common. We are talking about the Tefal GV 8960 Pro Express Auto Control model, which costs about 17,000 rubles, it is distinguished by the presence of modern systems. So, thanks to the Fast heat up system, the heating time of the iron is only a couple of minutes, and you can add water at any time during ironing. The sole is made of Autoclean, which is self-cleaning. Special software controls the temperature conditions of the sole, as well as the degree of steam supply. There is also a special collector that collects scale; it is easy to remove and rinse it. Thanks to the electronic adjustment system Smart technology, you can make settings for working with three different types of fabric.
Tefal for professionals
Powerful is the Tefal GV8975 Pro Express X-pert Control steam generator. It works exclusively on electronic control, in addition, you can configure the device to work with 5 types of fabrics, just press the button with the selected fabric for this. The control panel is located on the main module, which is convenient. When inactive, the model turns off automatically. To create the sole, the brand uses stainless steel or aluminum, and the coating is made of cermet, ceramic or titanium. The coating is necessary in order to improve the sliding of the iron on the surface of the fabric, in addition, it helps protect the fabric from burning. Experts recommend pouring filtered water into the steam generator to protect the appliance from scale formation.
Laurastar
The Laura ironing system is modern ironing complexes that make this process not only convenient, but also enjoyable. The most important advantage of this system is the ability to cope with any types of fabrics and products. The brand offers to evaluate only 10 models that have gained popularity among modern buyers. The most compact installations are made in the Magic series. So, MAGIC i-S5 is the simplest ironing system, working on automatic control of steam and fan. The folding board allows you to store the product as conveniently as possible, while the iron copes with any type of fabric and material equally easily. Built-in sensors respond quickly to user actions and automatically turn on steam modes to iron things faster and easier.
In the Premium Evolution II series, a truly unique model is presented, which is widely used in modern dry cleaners. These ironing systems for the home receive positive reviews thanks to several systems at once.
- Super powerful dry steam that penetrates deep into the fabric, moisturizes the fibers and contributes to the rapid and high-quality smoothing of linen.
- A sole with a Teflon nozzle is a guarantee that linen will not stick or stick to the surface of the iron. Accordingly, this model is ideal for ironing any type of fabric.
- Thanks to the drop-shaped sole, the heat is dispersed evenly, providing high-quality ironing.
- In this model, a self-cleaning steam generator is built-in, which quickly removes any precipitation: lime or mineral, without having to use chemicals.
- Premium Evolution II allows you to iron vertically, while every thing will look like brand new.
Professional model LAURASTAR PULSE SILVER
An elite steam ironing system, which is often reviewed, is LAURASTAR PULSE SILVER. This premium model is equipped with volumetric sole technology and automatic dosed steam from the iron. Such a device costs about 140,000 rubles, but it justifies its value with a number of positive aspects:
- convenient supply of steam in intermittent doses, which ensures automatic dispersion of steam through clothes;
- Auto power off the system after 15 minutes of inactivity;
- lightweight iron design for easier ironing;
- automatic steam control, which simplifies the process;
- the ironing board is capable of working in two modes and at two speeds, which means that all seams and linings are ironed;
- board height can be adjusted according to user convenience;
- thanks to a special Teflon sole, the heat from the iron is reduced, and the fabric does not stick to its surface and does not shine.
Karcher
Ironing systems of this brand are unique designs that provide high-quality ironing with minimal effort. The Karcher ironing system is a combination of a steam generator, an iron and an ironing board that work in a complex. In the models of this brand, a steam generator is an autonomous element that expands the scope of use of the device. The distinctive features of each Karcher model include:
- compact sizes;
- ease of movement;
- simple principle of work;
- high performance outsole;
- active ironing board with the function of ventilation and steam suction, which makes it easy to iron even multilayer fabrics.
Created under the brand name "Karcher" ironing systems for the home, the reviews received extremely positive. In the lineup we can single out the Karcher SI 2.600 CB model. This is a powerful and versatile complex that can keep the whole house clean. The distinctive features of this device include:
- high vapor pressure, which ensures ironing even dense fabrics and rebellious folds;
- the function of blowing the active board provides easy ironing of thick clothes with lining;
- steam is timely removed from the laundry, due to which it penetrates into all layers of the fabric, leaving it dry.
Thanks to the increased power of the heater, the water began to heat even faster, which affected the simplification of the entire ironing process. It is no coincidence that ironing systems with a steam generator of this brand are so popular among buyers who want to solve several issues at once with the ironing of especially difficult types of clothes.
To summarize
In this material we have described some of the most popular models of steam systems among customers. However, there are a number of manufacturers offering quality devices: DeLonghi, Bosch, GM, Miele and many others. All of them differ not only in price characteristics, but also in operational qualities and equipment. Therefore, before choosing an ironing system, it is worth deciding what exactly you want to get from it. As a rule, simple brands offering models within 20,000 rubles are quite enough for home use. But for professional ironing equipment should be better and more reliable.
The best ironing systems are those that provide ease of use, safety and high-quality ironing.