Materiaal van de strijkzool
Het materiaal van de strijkzool is om twee redenen belangrijk: Hoe goed het strijkijzer over de stof glijdt, wat bepalend is voor je strijksnelheid. Hoe krasbestendig het is en dus hoeveel jaar het maximaal blijft presteren.
Glidability
Avoid getting stuck on buttons and pockets thanks to the world's first FreeGlide 3D technology. The unique upward curving soleplate lets the iron glide effortlessly in every direction.
Settings
Different fabrics, different needs. Does the iron have various settings, so even your most delicate fabrics are safe and the toughest fabrics will end up wrinkle-free? Does a smart mode for all kinds of fabrics exist?
Steam rate & distribution
How much steam does an iron produce? It is measured in grams per minute (g/min). More is usually better. Are the openings in the soleplate distributed evenly? Is steam also emitted at the tip for effective use in hard-to-reach areas?
Steam shot
Does your iron have a steam shot that can produce more steam when needed for especially tough areas? It is measured in grams per minute (g/min).
Auto-off safety
For safety reasons an iron should shut itself off when left unattended.
De-calcification
You will need to decalcify your steam iron from time to time. Make sure it has an effective mechanism to do that.
Capaciteit waterreservoir & navulling
Een groter reservoir is handig omdat je het dan minder vaak hoeft bij te vullen. Zorg ervoor dat je strijkijzer zo ontworpen is dat je het waterreservoir gemakkelijk kunt bijvullen. Zo bespaar je jezelf moeite en ongelukken.
Cable
A longer cable whith a flexible attachment to the iron gives you freedom of movement. Especially for steam stations that are supposed to be stored away, a cord storage bracket can be very useful.
Wattage
It helps to keep the temperature more constant while ironing.
Weight & ergonomics
How does an iron feel in your hand, how well is the weight distributed, and how easy are buttons to reach and operate? Lower weight allows for easier handling and less effort.
