How to clean even the dirtiest iron: an effective method

Theiron must becleaned regularly, otherwise there is a risk of dark stains appearing on your clothes. Most manufacturers recommend a full cleaning every 1-4 months, depending on how often the appliance is used.

For effective and fast cleaning, you will need a popular drugstore remedy. In the network is gaining popularitylifehack on the use of paracetamol to wash even the dirtiest iron.

How to clean the iron

Cleaning expert Anita Birges explains how to clean a dirty iron.

1. Make sure your iron is hot, as the dirt can dry out and the high temperatures will help soften it.
2. Take a paracetamol tablet with tweezers and gently rub the dirty areas. It is important to choose the tablet and not the capsule.
3. Wipe off any remaining dirt with a damp towel or cloth.

Experts explained that the melted p-aminophenol found in paracetamol "dissolves" synthetic charred polymers that stick to the surface of the iron.

When to clean your iron

In general, there are several signs that indicate that your iron needs to be cleaned as soon as possible:

• chalky white mineral deposits or lime scale has appeared on the hot surface;
• sticky residue has appeared on the iron from ironing fabrics at too hot a temperature;
• the iron does not glide well, so you have to make an effort to run it over the fabric;
• the iron leaves marks and streaks.

To clean clogged steam holes, you should use a cotton swab soaked in a solution of water and white vinegar.

By the way, after ironing, there are often a few drops of water left in the tank, so leave the tank open to dry completely. Otherwise, bacteria will start to accumulate inside, which leads to an unpleasant odor, especially if you use the iron quite rarely. Read more about how to clean clogged holes in the steam iron and what else you can clean the device - read in the material.

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