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Granny B 06-13-2011 04:07 PM

I have three Sharks. Best irons I've ever had and the best steam ever. They're like my Ginghers - only I use them!

joellenc 06-13-2011 04:17 PM

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my rowenta travel iron. It's light, but does the job. I also spray, and don't fill with water.

Sadiemae 06-13-2011 04:22 PM


Originally Posted by Granny B
I have three Sharks. Best irons I've ever had and the best steam ever. They're like my Ginghers - only I use them!

I have one and it has great steam, but when it goes to sleep I practically have to beat it on the ironing board to wake it up. Is there a trick?

purplefiend 06-13-2011 05:06 PM

I have a Proctor Silex "Steam Master" it doesn't leak or drip. Its a great iron.

northdakota 06-13-2011 05:10 PM

I also have a Rowenta which leaks, and am still waiting for the Company to contact me. My husband bought me a Oliso which I just love. Happy Birthday

Jackie R 06-13-2011 05:17 PM

I had used a Black and Decker steam iron for years until it died not long ago. Then I bought a Sunbeam for $29 - didn't like the feel of the more expensive ones, too heavy, too long, etc. The Sunbeam has the feel of my B & D and it works just fine so far.

d.swindle 06-13-2011 05:33 PM

I have used rowenta irons for years and they are the only iron I will but,they are worth the money,
recently I purchased a iron that was made in Italy,gave 225.00 plus tax.needless to say it is a joke
I purchased a shark and it soon started leaking.

d. swindle

sewmuchlove 06-13-2011 05:34 PM

I use a small Steam Fast. It is inexpensive and the perfect size if you have a small iron station near your machine. I use it for all my applique, although I do have a larger iron for large surfaces but it seems I use it less and less.

ghquilter53 06-13-2011 05:39 PM

Once upon a time ago I thought I needed an expensive iron and bought a Rowenta on sale. It did nicely for a couple of years and now I am using an iron I have had for a million years. If it ever quits I will buy whatever is cheapest.

TexasSunshine 06-13-2011 05:59 PM

I use a cheap Black and Decker from Wal Mart and it is the best. It gets so hot and is heavy enough, but not to heavy. I also use a spray bottle to spritz water.


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