Iron Soleplate & Steam Vents
Laundry · Easy
Sticky scorch marks and brown water spitting mean soleplate residue and mineral-clogged steam vents — clean before it stains clothes.
Replacement cost
$3–$8
Typical lifespan
2 yrs
Maintenance
every 2 months
Tools you may need
- Baking soda
- Soft cloth
- Cotton swabs
- White vinegar
Steps
- Unplug and warm the iron slightly, then unplug again.
- Paste of baking soda and water: rub the soleplate, wipe clean with a damp cloth.
- Clear vents with a vinegar-dipped cotton swab, then steam-blast into a rag until clear.
- Wipe once more and test-iron an old towel.
Maintenance
Descale every 2 months with regular tap water; distilled water stretches that to 6. (Suggested interval: every 2 months.)
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