![]() ![]() Unplug the iron and let it cool down a bit.Ĥ. With the steam on, press the clean cloth for two minutes to flush out any remaining mineral deposits. Refill the water reservoir with distilled water, plug in your iron, and turn it to the highest heat setting. A cotton swab dipped in distilled water (that’s key) will effectively rinse out the holes.ģ. Wipe down the plate with a damp cloth and swab out the individual steam vents. Use a spatula to spread the paste onto the metal plate, or soleplate, so that it seeps into the steam vents.Ģ. To clean out the deposits, start by combining two tablespoons of baking soda and one tablespoon of water to make a paste. Especially if you use tap water instead of distilled water, or regularly forget to empty the water reservoir after using the iron, mineral deposits can build up and obstruct these openings. Now, mix up a homemade cleaner to unclog the steam vents. Repeat as needed. Refresh your salt supply and brown paper surface until all stains and residue have been absorbed and removed from the plates.ġ. After a minute or two, let the iron cool down completely, then brush off any remaining crystals.Ĥ. Then, run the metal plate of the iron in a circular motion over the salt crystals. This action should dislodge any melted-on fibers left behind after previous jobs and allow them to transfer to the paper surface beneath. Larger granules of kosher, rock, or sea salt work best.ģ. While the iron heats up, lay a brown paper bag flat on top of your board and cover it with a layer of salt. Make sure the paper is plain and without print, or else the ink might transfer to your plate-sticking you with an even bigger problem. Set the appliance on the highest cotton setting (without steam).Ģ. ![]() ![]() Open up your ironing board and plug in your iron. ![]()
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