What is better to choose - steamer or steam generator?

When the iron broke or it is necessary to facilitate the process of ironing, you can get a new assistant in the household. Currently, there are many household appliances that can help with ironing clothes and linen. Some of these devices are, for example, steamers and steam generators. Let's see which model is best for you to iron at home.

A steamer is an electrical device that consists of a water tank, a heater, a stand tube, an elastic hose, a brush attachment, clothes hangers, and a protective mitten. In some units there is an additional device - a frame frame for smoothing trousers.

There are two types of steamers:

• manual;
• floor vertical.

Manual differs in the small weight (no more than 1,2 kg) and mobility therefore it is irreplaceable on trips. He copes well with light tissues, but he no longer can afford natural cloths due to low power. Yes, and it works only 20-30 minutes without a break, and then he needs to rest. Outdoor looks a bit like a vacuum cleaner, used to iron things in an upright position. The vertical floor steamer also has variations - some models have a stand-up telescopic tube, while others have a stationary tube. It is more convenient to use devices with telescopic tubes at home.

The device can perform the following household functions:

• ironing;
• cleaning tiles and sanitary ware;
• refreshment of the upper wardrobe (down jackets, coats, fur coats);
• removal of complex old stains from upholstered furniture;
• getting rid of dust mites and the smell of dust;
• disinfection of soft toys, playpens, wheelchairs;
• washing windows;
• processing of complex clothes made of delicate fabrics, with a noticeable amount of ruffles, ruffles, embroidery, beads;
• cleaning suede clothing, including shoes and jackets;
• restoration of the texture of knitted products.

The operating principle of the steamer is similar to the old method of ironing clothes through a damp cloth. When stripping things, the fabric is not deformed, which helps to extend the service life of clothes.

• Purified water is added to the tank.
• The device is included in the network.
• In less than a minute, the water boils.
• Wet steam is supplied through a hose to the nozzle.
• Heated to 98–99 degrees steam jet smoothes the folds.

There is the possibility of electronic adjustment of work, several modes of operation and various nozzles, which greatly simplifies the operation of the device.

Using the steamer, you must be careful when holding the thing from the inside out with a special mitten, which is usually included in the kit.If there is no such mitten, then you can use a simple knitted mitten or a tack.

After use, allow the unit to cool, remove the brush, the ring, pour out the remaining water from the tank, remove excess moisture using drainage. Then fold the rack (if it is telescopic) and remove the device.

Another device that can iron clothes and underwear is a steam generator. It is an electrical appliance consisting of an iron directly, a flexible silicone hose, a water tank, a boiler, and various nozzles. More true name of this device - the iron with the steam generator. There are models that can only be ironed horizontally, but some can function vertically. Modern types of steam generators:

• models with a separate boiler for vaporization;
• devices with a thermoelement to which water is supplied and steam is instantly generated;
• units with pumping water and separate tanks for cold water and steam.

Different models of steam generators are different from each other. Therefore, when buying a device you need to take into account some points.

• Comfort (ergonomics) and weight. With large volumes of ironing you need a convenient and easy appliance.
• Power (in different models from 1.6 kW and more). For infrequent use, you can purchase a medium-capacity steam generator. For regular use you need to take the device with high power.
• Capacity of liquid container (minimum 0.7 l). Depends on frequency of use.
• Productivity of steam (range from 70 to 140 g / min).
• The power of steam blow is from 130 to 360 g / min.
• Cord quality (long, flexible and durable).

Steam generator functions:

• ironing of dense fabrics that are folded in several layers;
• shaping things (trousers, folds of skirts);
• Ironing out the details of the products on an industrial scale;
• when the steam supply function is turned off, it can play the role of a regular iron.

The principle of the steam generator is as follows.

• Purified water is poured into the tank.
• Electrical device is included in the network.
• After 6–8 minutes, the water begins to boil. The device is pressurized to provide continuous steam.
• After turning on the iron button, the dry, heated to a temperature of 140–160 degrees, steam enters the iron through a hose and comes out through the holes in the sole. A steam blow occurs.

Brief summary information to assist in the selection of a home assistant - steamer or steam generator.

• The steamer produces steam in a natural way, but with high humidity at a temperature of 98-99 degrees. The steam generator under pressure produces dry steam at a temperature of 140-160 degrees.
• The steamer starts working half a minute after activation, the steam generator only after 8–10 minutes of heating.
• Water consumption at the steamer ranges from 20 to 55 ml / min., At the steam generator - already from 80 to 120 ml / min.
• The steamer has high mobility, and the steam generator has low.
• The mass of the steamer is lower than the mass of the steam generator.
• The steamer operates exclusively vertically. The steam generator can function vertically and horizontally. The iron platform is designed specifically for the ironing board.

• Externally, the steamer is similar to a vacuum cleaner, and the steam generator is similar to an iron with advanced functionality.
• Steamer cope with smoothing folds, with dirt and disinfection. The steam generator will quickly cope with a significant amount of linen.
• A steam generator is more expensive than a steamer.

The difference is in how you plan to use this device. Steamer is used to clean outerwear, surfaces and for vertical ironing. The steam generator is mainly used only for horizontal ironing things. The size of the apparatus also plays a role - the steam generator is bulky and clumsy, and the steamer is more mobile.Only the person who will use this device can decide on the choice of one of these devices. But you can give some tips.

The steam generator is more needed by people who want to make the process of ironing easier and at the same time to disinfect the laundry. The steam generator is still an iron, albeit an improved one. But the steamer is a completely new device, which has not yet been analogues.

At home it will be enough to have a high-quality iron and steamer. But the owner of the studio or boutique will additionally need to purchase a steam generator. With the final choice can help reviews of those who already use this technique.

Steamer is a very useful device - right on the hanger any dress or skirt strokes perfectly. A very worthy assistant in the store. Crumpled jackets, coats become smooth in two counts. The water heats up quickly, after a few seconds the steamer is ready for use.

The steam generator is an iron that connects with a tube to a large stand. Up to 1.5 liters of water is poured into the tank. She heats about ten minutes. Well, it smooths everything. It is possible on the board, it is possible on weight. The steam generator is more powerful than the iron, it irresistible natural fabrics, ironed bed linen in 4 additions. The result is wonderful! Strips in vertical and horizontal position.

In the next video you will find a detailed review on the steam generator Tefal.