a)
Always check first if a label with ironing instructions is
attached to the article to be ironed. (See table)
b)
Follow these ironing instructions in all cases.
c)
If ironing instructions are missing but you know the kind
of fabric, then see the table for recommended ironing
temperatures.
d)
The table is valid for the fiber materials only.
e)
If some kind of finish has been applied (gloss, wrinkle
relief etc.). The textile can best be ironed at a lower
temperature.
f)
First sort out the fabrics according to ironing
temperature: wool with wool, cotton with cotton, etc.
g)
The iron heats up quicker than it cool down. Therefore,
start ironing the articles requiring the lowest temperature
such as those made of synthetic fabrics.
h)
Then progress to the higher temperatures. Finish by
ironing cotton and linen.
i)
If the article is made of a mixture of different fibers. You
must always select the lowest ironing temperature of the
composition of those fibers. (e.g.an article consisting of
“60% polyester and 40% cotton” should
be ironed on the
temperature indicated for polyester.)
j)
If you do not know what kind of fabric the article has
been made of find a spot which will be invisible when
wearing or using the article to try out the ironing
temperature. (Always start at a low temperature and
increase to one which gives the required results.)
k)
Velvet and other textures which rapidly acquired should
be ironed in one direction only (with the nap) applying
only light pressure. Always keep the iron moving.
l)
Iron the reverse side of synthetic materials and silk to
prevent shining spots. To prevent staining do not use the
spray on silk or other delicate fabrics.
IRON TEMPERATURE
