Table of recommended thermostat settings
Type of fabric
acetate
Acrylic
nylon
polyester
Rayon
silk
Wool
Lightweight cotton
Light linen
Cotton
Fine linen
Starched fabrics
Linen
Position of the thermostat
controller
Ironing instructions
Dry iron
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Follow the instructions on the textiles
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These fabrics usually need to be ironed
-
carefully at low temperatures
Dry iron
-
Iron the textile with the inside facing out
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For mixed fabrics, always choose the
-
lowest temperature
Dry iron
-
Iron the textile with the inside facing out
-
Ironing with steam
-
Iron the textile with the inside facing out
-
Place a thin cloth over the fabric to
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prevent the fabric from shining
Ironing with steam
-
Moisten the fabrics before ironing. Heavy
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or starched fabrics require more
moisture
White and light fabrics can be ironed on
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the front, darker or decorated fabrics
should be ironed inside out
Ironing with steam
-
Use plenty of steam to moisten the fabric
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Iron dark fabrics inside out to prevent
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the fabric from shining
Iron cuffs and lapels inside out for better
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results
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