Brilio.net - Irons that are often used can eventually become dirty and crusty, especially on the soleplate. This dirt usually comes from leftover fabric, fabric softener, or dust that sticks during the ironing process. If left alone, the crust can stick to clothes and damage the ironing results.
Even though it looks dirty, the iron should not be washed with water, because the electrical components inside are very sensitive to moisture. There is no need to use salt because it can be wasteful, you know.
photo: YouTube/INFO SEMESTA
If you are confused about how to clean an iron quickly and safely, you can try to imitate the trick shared by YouTube INFO SEMESTA. This netizen only relies on 1 simple tool, namely a candle.
photo: YouTube/INFO SEMESTA
"Who would have thought that cleaning a dirty and crusty iron could be this easy, just use a candle without the need for expensive cleaning materials," said YouTube INFO SEMESTA, as reported by brilio.net on Thursday (8/5).
photo: YouTube/INFO SEMESTA
The method is, heat the iron and then rub the wax on its surface. The wax will melt and dissolve the dirt or fabric residue that sticks. After that, just wipe it with a cloth or tissue. The iron will be shiny again like new. Practical, cheap and can be done anytime.
photo: YouTube/INFO SEMESTA
Tricks to save electricity when using an iron.1. Iron Many Items at Once.
Avoid ironing a few clothes every day. It is better to collect clothes and iron them at one time so that you do not have to heat the iron repeatedly, which is wasteful of electricity.
2. Choose the Right Time.
Iron when the electrical load in your home is low, such as in the morning or afternoon. This helps avoid power surges that can speed up the meter's running.
3. Set the temperature according to the type of fabric.
Start with a low temperature on the fabric and gradually increase the temperature. This prevents excessive heating which wastes energy. Do not leave the iron on at a high temperature continuously without using it.
4. Use an energy-efficient iron.
Choose an iron with an energy-saving label or one that has an automatic shut-off feature when not in use. This feature helps control electricity consumption automatically.
5. Take advantage of the remaining heat from the iron.
When the iron is turned off, use the residual heat to finish the last garment or thinner areas such as collars and sleeves. This maximizes the heat without using extra electricity.
6. Keep the soleplate clean.
A clean soleplate allows for more even and efficient heating, so there's no need to press too hard on one part of the garment.
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