5 life hacks with the HGS-8060 garment steamer
A garment steamer isn't just for clothes: use it to freshen up and sanitize soft toys, shoes, pillows, curtains and rugs — no washing and no chemicals.
Soft toys — like new without washing
- Treat toys with steam: hot steam penetrates the fibers and kills bacteria and dust mites without chemicals.
- Steam refreshes the fabric and removes dust — no washing, no damage and no excess moisture.
Shoes — sanitizing and care
- Gently direct steam inside boots or sneakers — it removes odors, softens leather and reduces creases.
- The steamer sanitizes insoles; the steam doesn't damage the material or leave moisture behind, so it's suitable for gentle cleaning.
Pillows — antibacterial treatment
- Run the steamer over the surface of the pillow for a freshness like it's been aired out in the sun — especially important during allergy season.
- Steam removes odors, kills germs and restores the loft of down and decorative pillows.
Curtains — no taking down, no iron
- There's no need to take curtains off the rod — just steam the fabric vertically as it hangs.
- Creases smooth out in minutes, and the fabric is cleaned and refreshed.
Rugs and runners — hygiene without washing
- Steam kills up to 99% of bacteria on fabric surfaces — ideal for the hallway or bathroom.
- Steam lifts the pile, removes odors and deep-cleans the fibers.
- Important: rugs should be steamed in an upright position.
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