Iron or not and with what object? Everyone has their own habits. For occasional use, an iron does the trick. To iron clothes several times a month, or even a week, it is better to invest in a steam generator. Larger tank, higher pressure, easy to handle, ironing is much faster, more efficient and easier than with a traditional iron. Here’s how to maintain a steam generator and in particular remove scale so that it lasts longer.
How to remove limescale from a steam generator or iron with white vinegar?
Some steam generators, or irons, have a “automatic descaling“but this is not often the case. You must therefore remember to clean and descale your steam generator regularly so that it works well. “In order to evacuate the tartar and impurities, most manufacturers also recommend periodically rinsing the steam generator tank, every 10 uses for example“, noted UFC-Que Choisir.
For effective descaling of your steam generator, you must look at what is indicated in the manual. If there is no information, then opt for descaling with white vinegar. To do this, make a mixture of water and white vinegar with approximately 1 glass of vinegar per 1 liter of water. Pour everything into the tank or tank of your steam generator and heat it. Then, make small jets of steam several times to remove the limescale. At this point, the limescale should come out. Then let it sit overnight then rinse the tank of your steam generator with clean water and dry.
How to clean a steam generator (or an iron) who spits of brown ?
If your device spits out brown water when in use, then this is a sign that it really needs to be cleaned. It is simply a sign which proves that limescale has set in and that it is necessary to proceed to descaling. You must do exactly the same thing as explained above. Choose descaling with white vinegar because it is one of the most effective products.
How can I successfully clean the soleplate of my steam generator or iron?
It is completely normal for the soleplate of the iron or steam generator to become dirty over time. This remains a fragile product and it must be taken care of. Already know that when you are going to do your cleaning with white vinegar, the holes in the iron will necessarily be very clean and this will affect the soleplate of the iron. On the other hand, if there is dirt remaining on the soleplate of your iron, you can try cleaning it with a soft cloth soaked in white vinegar or a baking soda solution. If the sole of your device is a little yellowed, then you can rub lemon on it. If, on the contrary, it is the holes in your sole that are blocked, then you can try to remove the limescale with a toothpick, being careful.
What product should I use to prevent descaling of my steam generator? Should you use an anti-limescale product?
To avoid descaling too regularly, it is best to prevent your device from being full of limescale. For this, you should use demineralized water rather than tap water. You can buy these specific products almost anywhere at the supermarket or appliance stores.