Originally Posted by
tallchick
When starching blocks as I work, I press and then starch and wait a few seconds before pressing. The heat allows the starch to absorb faster IMHO.
Sadly I have been unable to find my beloved Niagra Starch in the non aresol bottle and have been using Sta-Flo.
They quit making it, which upset me enough to write to them. Several times. Have not received a single response.
I agree with waiting a few seconds before pressing to prevent scorching. Careful observation of my starching and pressing technique made me realize that the starch was scorching because it was sitting on top of the fabric, and just cooking on the surface of the iron. If you are like me and a little too impatient to wait for soaking in, I've discovered that a fine mist of water on top of the starch helps it absorb into the fabric faster.