How to clean your iron

Video: How To Clean an Iron | A Complete Guide

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Method 2 of 3: Cleaning the soleplate with vinegar and salt
Method 3 of 3: Other Ways to Clean Your Iron
Tips
Warnings

1 Make a paste. Make a paste with one tablespoon of water and two tablespoons of baking soda. The paste should have a liquid consistency. However, it should not be too runny. The paste should stick to the sole of the iron.

If possible, use filtered or distilled water.

2 Apply the paste to the soleplate of your iron. You can apply the paste directly to the soleplate of your iron. If the plaque is not on the entire surface, but in a certain place, you can apply the paste specifically to the contaminated area. If you are doing a general cleaning, then you can apply the paste to the entire surface of the soleplate of the iron.

You can apply the paste with your fingers or a spatula.
If there is enough plaque on the soleplate, apply the paste and leave it on for a few minutes.

3 Wipe the sole of the iron with a damp cloth. This must be done to remove the paste from the iron. You will need a damp cloth. The rag should be damp, but not wet. Squeeze the rag well and wipe the soleplate of the iron to remove the paste you applied to it.

Apply the paste in a thick layer if the soleplate is heavily soiled.

4 Use a cotton swab to clean the steam outlet holes. Dip a cotton swab (for ear cleaning) in distilled water. Insert a stick into each steam hole and clean it.

Use several cotton swabs if necessary. Change the Q-tip when it gets dirty.

5 Fill the reservoir with water. If there is water in the iron reservoir, remove it. Open the reservoir lid and turn the iron over to pour out the remaining water. Then fill one third of the tank with distilled or filtered water.

You can also put a cleaning solution of 3/4 cup water and 1/4 cup white vinegar into the tank. However, read the operating instructions for the iron before proceeding. Make sure you can use vinegar.

6 Turn on the iron. Set the heating control to the highest value. Switch on the steam function. This allows you to remove scale and dirt deep in the holes in your iron.

Be careful with a hot iron. Be careful not to burn yourself with the steam.

7 Iron a clean cloth for a few minutes. Get a fabric that you don't mind getting dirty. Brown streaks may remain on the fabric when ironing. All you have to do is iron the fabric to clean any dirt on the iron. If your iron has a steam button, press it as often as possible to remove any remaining dirt from the holes located on the soleplate.

You can use a tea towel for this purpose.

8 Turn off the iron and let it cool down. Make sure your iron is on a protected surface (such as a kitchen table that is covered with a towel). As the iron cools, dirt may drip from the soleplate.

Remember to remove any remaining water from the tank.

Method 2 of 3: Cleaning the soleplate with vinegar and salt

1 Combine two parts white vinegar and one part salt. Place the mixture over medium heat. Wait for the salt to dissolve completely. Make sure that the vinegar does not boil.
- Unfortunately, this cleaning agent has an unpleasant odor. However, it can clean your iron well.
2 Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. The vinegar should cool down. The mixture should be warm, not hot.
- Wear rubber gloves to keep your hands from smelling like vinegar.
3 Dip a clean cloth in the mixture. Wipe the soleplate of the iron with a cloth dampened in the solution.
- Use a soft brush if your iron is not Teflon coated. Do not use a wire brush. You can scratch the surface of the soleplate of the iron.
- This is a good way to get rid of dirty deposits.
4 Wipe the sole of the iron with a damp cloth. Once you've finished cleaning your iron, wipe the dirt off the soleplate. Dip a clean rag in white vinegar and gently wipe down the soleplate.
- Then turn on the iron and try to iron a piece of old but clean cloth with it. This will allow you to remove any remaining dirt.

Method 3 of 3: Other Ways to Clean Your Iron

1 Wipe the sole of the iron with a dry cloth. Set the heating control to the lowest setting. Take a napkin and gently rub the sole of the iron with it until the plaque is completely removed.
- Once done, set the heat control to a high setting and iron with a clean cloth to remove any remaining cloth from the soleplate.
2 Pour liquid into the iron reservoir. Use white vinegar, distilled or filtered water if you can. Turn on the iron and when it gets hot, turn on the steam. Then iron on some cotton fabric for five minutes. Then pour the solution out of the reservoir and wipe the soleplate with a clean towel.
- Read the operating instructions for your iron before proceeding. Make sure you can use vinegar.
3 Use toothpaste to clean the soleplate of your iron. Apply a small amount of toothpaste to the cold soleplate of the iron, carefully smearing the problem areas. Then remove the paste with a clean cloth. Turn on the iron and steam. Iron some fabric for five minutes.
4 Use newspaper to clean your iron. If something sticks to the soleplate of the iron, turn it on and set the heat control to the highest setting. Turn off the steam. Iron the newspaper. Do this until the soleplate is clean.
- If the fabric still sticks to the soleplate, you can sprinkle some salt on the newspaper and repeat the process. This is a fairly effective remedy in this case.

Tips

If you need to clean your iron (not just the soleplate) using a clean, damp cloth, wipe the entire iron. Remember that this is an electrical appliance, so do not use too much water.
There are a variety of commercial products available for cleaning your iron. Read the instructions carefully if you use this method.
If you are using a steam iron, be sure to remove the liquid from it. This will help you avoid plaque build-up.
If possible, use filtered water instead of distilled water or tap water.