Betterliving March 2019

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STEAMERS
Ensure your clothes look their best
with our guide to steam machines
THE EVERYDAY HERO
This heavy duty design, with its ergonomically-designed handle
makes for an easy glide. Plus, the large soleplate helps cover
a wider area. It also has a 30 g/min power shot steam system,
allowing large quantities of concentrated steam to penetrate
deeply into the fabric so that it doesn’t lose its texture.
Panasonic Steam Iron, Dhs315. Available from Al-Futtaim ACE,
aceuae.com
THE NO-MESS ONE
Forget watermarks: this one’s designed
for optimum steam distribution, with its
integrated anti-drip function that ensures the
water flow is controlled in accordance with
the temperature. Siemens Steam Iron, Dhs125.
Available from Better Life, betterlifeuae.com
THE SPACE
SAVER
Fed up of setting up an
iron and ironing board?
Ready in 45 seconds
and compact in design,
this handheld steamer
saves time and space.
It has an adjustable
tank and steam, plus
its bottle connector
optimises the space
in your cupboard or
suitcase. S-Nomad
Handheld Steamer
1600W, Dhs399, Steam
One. Available from
Jashanmal Home,
jashanmalhome.com
THE
POWERFUL
ONE
With its 1900 watts, this is
the most powerful home
steamer on the market. It
has an ergonomic steam
head and it automatically
switches off when the
water tank is empty. Unilys
Garment Home Steamer,
Dhs1,499, Steam One.
Available from Jashanmal
Home, jashanmalhome.com
BEST FOR
TRAVELLERS
This is the first steam iron that you can
use everywhere, from the ironing board
to the clothes hanger. Its powerful
steam destroys bacteria that resist
warm wash cycles (40°C). Laurastar
Lift Plus Pinky Pop Steam Generator,
Dhs2,624. Available from Better Life,
betterlifeuae.com
BEFORE YOU BUY...
“To make ironing less of a chore, go for a higher wattage steam iron to tackle the toughest wrinkles. Make sure, however,
that heat can be adjusted to safely smooth out delicate fabrics. As one of the most important parts of the steam iron,
the soleplate should deliver an even and smooth performance. Choose one with a wider width as it works wonders on
stubborn creases in fewer strokes. A soleplate with a pointed tip is handy too, as precision tips are great for reaching the
the trickiest spaces. Key consideration should be placed on the number of steam holes – more steam vents mean more
steam and easier ironing. Well-distributed vents around the soleplate matter so make sure to check on this as well. Finally,
always consider the comfort of the handle,” advises Tomoyuki Yokota, Panasonic product manager.
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