My Rowenta iron just dumped all of the water on my ironing board.
 

There have been threads about the best irons, but I have not found them. Can anyone help me. I am done with Rowenta irons and everyone that I have had has had the same problem. Called the company and was told to use spring water, did not work. I need a new reliable brand. I liked the Rowenta because it had the highest temperature.

I tossed my new Rowenta in the trash when it gushed gushed water along with the steam. I really like the Eureka iron I found on sale. It gets hot, 1800 watts. Steams great and so far no leaks. I have the Reliable iron or had one. My DD borrowed it and I doubt I get it back. I think this next time I'm buying the iron that Donna Jordan uses at Jordan Fabric in her videos. Should have invested in one years ago and never would have to think about an iron again.

I have a $9.99 special I bought at $ General several years ago. It was 9:45PM on a Sat. night and I wanted to be able to sew that weekend. I never replaced it because it heated quickly and got Hot.

I use a Rowenta iron because of the wattage but I spray water on my fabric instead of use the steam. I use a hair stylist bottle sprayer because the spray is a fine mist and not like the typical spray bottle. You can get quilt themed hair stylist spray bottles now, I bought mine at my local quilt shop.

for awhile Rowenta irons were evidently catching fire for many quilters. I had one for years, then one day it blew my power cord. it went into the trash.

That’s what I do. Don’t use water in my Panasonic cordless either.

I have never heard a positive review of a Rowenta iron. In fact, everything I have read is how there is a problem with leaking! Best of luck on your next choice.

My Rowenta is dying. It is probably about 1 -1 1/2 years old. The instructions said to use regular tap water, but I should have known better since our water leans hard. Anyway, I have to have it turned on the highest temperature for it to heat up now and steam. I am not going to get another one :-(

I use a cheap Black and Decker that I bought at Walmart at least 15, maybe 20 years ago. It gets good and hot. I don't put water in it, instead I use a spray bottle like Christine mentioned. If it ever dies, I'll buy another cheap one like it.

Rob

My Rowenta is doing the same thing!!!! What an I going to do? Not buy another Rowenta? Then buy what? I don't want one of those $200 irons. ????

The Rowenta travel irons aren’t any good, either. It was $45 and the first time I took it with me to a retreat, it died on the second day. There was a popping sound and then the Rowenta started smoking. I went home and tossed my home Rowenta into the trash. Now, I like my Oliso.

I got a decent iron from Walmart. works fine. i spray with water, never fill the iron.

I use a Shark that I got at Walmart several years ago. I like the weight of it and it heats well. It has automatic shut off which some people don't like but it is ok with me. It heats up quickly if it turns off between blocks. It requires distilled water for steam and the spray feature. So far, so good.

I had a rowenta my brother ruined it with distilled water, spent 150 on an oliso leaked right out of box and didn't heat up like i liked went to qvc and replaced it with another rowenta. And havent had issues i much prefer it to the oliso

Black and Decker - inexpensive and works well. I do use water that goes through my fridge filter.

I love my Rowenta iron. It's at least 15 years old, but I think even older. It gets really hot and it doesn't weigh a ton. However, I never put water in it or any iron. Just use a spray bottle when I need moisture.

This is the iron I will get next. This is a dry steam iron.https://reliablecorporation.com/coll...o-iron-station. Several of these to choose from on the website.

I bought a Shark not long ago from Kohls, it was about $50 but I had a 30% off plus a $10 off coupon so I consider that a good deal. It is a medium weight, good steam and I am very pleased with it

My Black and Decker just died. 2nd one in a year. Did not use water in either one, they both kept overheating and started getting a burning smell. Right now I'm without an iron.

I have an inexpensive Sunbeam. I use regular water in it, and have had no spraying or leaking problems, and has several heat settings. I do admire the ones Jenny and Donna use in their videos. Those must cost a pretty penny though!!

I had a Rowenta for years and it started leaking. Then I was at the Outlets and bought a refurbished Rowenta for $25. I’ve used it a lot for about 10 years. I only use distilled water in it as we have very hard water. I also emptied it after every used. I love the steam and how hot it gets. Recently,it started leaking. Last year we broke up my mother-in-laws home and she had 3 Rowentas (product of the Depression so she always had spares). Luckily, I don’t have to go out to buy one.

I have something that was only about $14. I do not put water in irons anymore. I have a little spray bottle in reach and it is wonderful.

I've always bought cheap irons and just consider them a consumable that will have to be replaced every couple of years. My hubby bought me a Rowenta once, it leaked after just a couple of months and I never like it. I'm using a B&D Digital Advantage at the moment. I like it because it holds a LOT of water. I do use the steam function since I don't like having to use a separate spritz bottle all the time. But it's the third one I've bought and its thermostat is already starting to die.

My next iron is going to be a gravity feed. I vaguely remember someone here recommending one a year or two ago, but can't remember the brand. I plan to do my homework before I make my investment. I don't need an industrial version, but I don't want a cheapo either. I already have the perfect place for the tank to sit on a shelf right next to my ironing station.

Thanks for all of your help. I am not buying another expensive iron. I will buy a cheap steam iron an if it leaks throw it away. I will probably be money ahead. It seem that they have had the same problem for years and do nothing about it. I have had three Rowenta irons and the same happened to all. I called the factory and they told me I should use spring water which I did. Didn't help. Seems like mine have lasted about one or little over is all. Poor company for standing behind their products.

What does that even mean?? You need to grab a bucket and hike on down to the spring and fill it? Pet the bunnies, baby deer, and squirrels along the way??

Reliable Digital Velocity. Awesome iron.

You kill me, lol. I can't believe they mean spring water, because it has just as many minerals in it as tap water. I understand that you can use tap water in Rowentas because they have self cleaning built in, but in areas with hard water, I don't see why they have a prohibition on distilled water.

I have a couple of Black and Decker Classic found at thrift stores. They are heavy, solid, and get HOT and stay that way for 15 minutes after I turn them off. Half my ironing is done with the iron turned off. I just have to remember to turn down the heat with poly thread.

Like Peckish, I have had a Reliable Digital Velocity for almost 2 years now. I have a “leaky” Rowenta up on a shelf in our laundry room but hang on to it for a back up and use a spray bottle if I need steam/water.

Intereresting that no one has mentioned an Olioso iron which I see quite often on quilt shows and videos.???

Presently I’m using a $1.00 travel iron from a garage sale. Gets hot but no automatic shut off.

Same for me, except I did have to replace mine last week! (It quit heating ... and when I picked it up, I could hear something rattling inside ... )

I got another from Amazon. Never put water in it. It's nice and heavy, which makes it better for pressing seams.

I have a Black & Decker digital advantage iron - about $40. Just got a new one yesterday. My first one just up and died after 2 years. For the price, and as much as I use it, I replaced it with exactly the same one. No leaking, plenty hot, quick to recover (after auto shut off which I do want).

i bought me an Olso touch iron 1800 watts i really like it, for my self for christmas.

I used a Singer at a retreat, liked it, bought one. It gets hot, has auto shutoff, which I like. I use tap water in it, easy to clean, cost around $50 at JoAnns.

Spring water is the content of many bottled waters. I have had more irons in my sewing years that I can mention. Some were expensive and others cheap. They just don't last. I've also had lots of coffee pots! I, like someone above, consider them a consumable. I want good steam and I want automatic shut off. I buy cheap ones and just pitch them when they cease to function properly. I think I buy a new one about every two years. I figure that is about $1 a month.

I honestly don't understand why an expensive iron is needed. I have two sunbeams and have had them for years with no problem. I never fill my iron with water but spray my fabric with either plain tap waster or starch. I have seen so many post regarding problems with the Rowenta irons I am surprised they have not taken them off the market.

I have an oliso iron, love, love, love it. It's a little pricey but I don't put water in it either I use the spray bottle.

No matter the brand, if using water in your iron, do not use Spring Water or tap water or distilled water. They all have minerals. Use filtered water. I get a gallon from a local restaurant. It has been filtered ten times. Never had a problem with my Rowenta or other irons since I started using filtered water. I suppose you could use one of the filtering pitchers and put the water through it numerous times. It is the lime, calcium and minerals that building up and make our lives miserable when ironing.

I have the Velocity iron and love it. It is a heavy iron but the steam generator is awesome. I've had this iron for 3 years and it has never spit, splattered and not even the slightest leak. It has the auto-shut off feature but it's never been a bother. This feature can be turned off if desired. Expensive? Yes but worth every penny. After purchasing 3 Rowenta irons in a row after each leaked faster than I could iron I would never buy another one.

I have a dry iron that was inexpensive that I bought from the Company Store. I was searching for an iron that did not have an automatic shutoff, and it was hard to find. I use a spray bottle and a dry iron, I never trust steam irons anymore

I also had a Rowenta. Dumped it when it started leaking, no steam. Would i buy another? Yes, but not the one made in China. I will buy the one made in Germany.