
Do You Need Distilled Water in a Steam Iron?
Learn when distilled water in an iron makes sense, how to handle hard water, and what iron features to compare before choosing a model.
Plain how-to help for ironing and steaming shirts, pants, dresses, suits and curtains, and for fixing a steam iron.

Learn when distilled water in an iron makes sense, how to handle hard water, and what iron features to compare before choosing a model.

Learn how to iron a dress shirt in the right order, choose safe heat, press collars and cuffs, and avoid unwanted creases, shine, and scorch marks.

Learn how to iron pants with a sharp crease: align the leg seams, choose safe heat and steam, press in short sections, and avoid shine or unwanted folds.

Learn how to iron without an ironing board using a firm, heat-safe surface, a protective pressing layer, and a method suited to each garment.

Learn how to remove wrinkles from clothes fast with fabric-safe steps, steamers, and irons. Choose a method for your garment and avoid common mistakes.

Learn how to use a steam iron safely: choose the right settings, fill the tank, press in sections, and care for the iron and your clothes.

Find the right iron temperature for polyester and other fabrics, with safe settings, setup steps, buying advice, and tips to prevent shine or scorch marks.

A steamer for clothes smooths hanging garments and quick touch-ups; an iron makes sharper creases. Compare handheld, standing and 2-in-1 options.