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Old 06-13-2011, 04:07 PM
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I have three Sharks. Best irons I've ever had and the best steam ever. They're like my Ginghers - only I use them!
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Old 06-13-2011, 04:17 PM
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LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my rowenta travel iron. It's light, but does the job. I also spray, and don't fill with water.
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Old 06-13-2011, 04:22 PM
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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?
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Old 06-13-2011, 05:06 PM
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I have a Proctor Silex "Steam Master" it doesn't leak or drip. Its a great iron.
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Old 06-13-2011, 05:10 PM
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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
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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.
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Old 06-13-2011, 05:33 PM
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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.

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Old 06-13-2011, 05:34 PM
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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.
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Old 06-13-2011, 05:39 PM
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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.
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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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