I press/iron the fabric immediately upon removal of the dryer. I then lightly fold it and let it hang to rest or just lay it on the bed til the fabric cools down. heat expands and cool contracts. Not so many creases that way to iron out later. When I'm done ironing, I have a silicone iron rest that helps to keep my iron clean. I also have a terrycloth towel/pressing cloth to make sure there are no surprises. After my iron has completely cooled down, I use a Magic eraser and wipe the bottom of the iron. Not abrasive and wipes the iron clean of any mineral deposits but I still use the terry cloth pressing cloth before starting any ironing.