A handheld garment steamer is a great way to keep your clothes flat when you don’t have an iron. The principle of a handheld garment steamer is simple. You put water in the steamer and heat it until it boils. With most irons, once the water boils, you can easily iron it by hand. If you plan to travel with a portable garment steamer, there are a few things you need to consider, such as looking at the size and weight of several models. A handheld garment steamer with dual voltage will be more convenient if you are traveling abroad. Although size and weight are important, they should not be your only consideration. Some handheld garment steamers have an on/off button, while some handheld garment steamers turn on when you plug them in and stay on until they are unplugged. Some handheld garment steamers heat the water to boiling and release steam automatically, while others come with temperature controls. Some handheld garment steamers come with accessories, such as a comb for attaching a brush or finishing fabric. If you are looking at a handheld garment steamer with these accessories, check how easy it is to connect and disconnect them to the steamer. Also, does the steamer allow you to store these accessories on the steamer when not in use, or do they have to be stored separately? Some handheld steamers heat water quickly and are ready to use in just a few minutes, while others take longer. Additionally, some handheld steamers produce less steam than others. Finally, if the holes in the handheld steamer are too large, water may drip out with the steam, leaving fabrics too wet. The last thing to consider before buying a handheld steamer is how much upper body strength you have. Some people find handheld steamers lightweight and easy to use, while others find them too tiring to use after just a few minutes. If possible, try it out before buying. A handheld steamer is a great way to iron your clothes at home or on the go. However, if you expect the same look as a shirt ironed with an iron, you will be disappointed. You need to hang the clothes and then place the steamer on top to steam them. You can’t expect the same results if you don’t use an ironing board to iron your clothes.
