CHI 13120 Manual De Uso Y Cuidado página 9

Tips for Best Ironing Results (cont.)
FAST FACTS:
• Always iron with a lengthwise motion. Ironing in a circular
motion may stretch fabric.
• Natural fibers such as cotton and linen should be ironed
slightly damp for faster, easier ironing. If they are completely
dry, use maximum steam while ironing, or mist them with
water prior to ironing.
• Any portion of a garment that has two layers of fabric such as
pockets, seams, collars, and cuffs should be ironed inside out
first.
• To press a collar, iron from the points in using small strokes
of the iron. After wrinkles are removed, crease the collar into
place by hand. Treat French cuffs similarly, gently creasing by
hand after ironing.
IRONING VERSUS PRESSING:
• You may have heard the terms "ironing" and "pressing" used
interchangeably, but they are actually quite different. When
ironing, you slide the iron back and forth over fabric. When
pressing, the iron is placed and held on the fabric in one spot,
lifted up, and this process is repeated until the areas that need
attention are smooth. A "pressing" technique is helpful to
avoid stretching fabrics.
• A pressing cloth can help reduce unwanted "shine" on fabrics.
You can purchase a pressing cloth in the laundry care section,
or a clean white dish towel or 100% cotton pillowcase works
equally well. You do not need to increase the recommended
iron temperature when using a pressing cloth.
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