What else you can steam at home
A garment steamer isn't just for shirts and suits: it's also handy for curtains, upholstered furniture, bedding, soft toys and delicate fabrics.
Where else a steamer comes in handy
- Curtains and sheers — smooth them right on the rail, no need to take them down.
- Sofas and upholstered furniture — steam refreshes the fabric and removes creases and light odors.
- Bed linen and bedspreads — tidy them up quickly before bed, no ironing board needed.
- Soft toys — hygienic steam treatment without washing.
- Clothes in your wardrobe — refresh an item after trying it on, without washing it every time.
- Delicate fabrics that can't handle an iron are safe to treat with steam.
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What not to steam
A garment steamer is versatile, but not all-powerful: corduroy and velvet, items with grease stains, leather and suede all need a different approach. Cotton, linen, wool, cashmere, synthetics and knitwear, on the other hand, can always be steamed.
Garment steamer myths
We bust four common myths about garment steamers: how well they handle heavy fabrics, how safe they are for delicate materials, how fast they are and how easy they are to use.