Rowenta or......???
#51
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Originally Posted by luvstitches
I worked at a large chain fabric store for 11 years, mostly in customer service. I've returned many Rowentas and purchased two of them that were returned at a damaged price plus my employee discount. The two that I bought have nothing wrong with them however, I don't think they get as hot as some of the cheap brands of irons. When I no longer have these two irons, I will buy a Black and Decker.
You can't put distilled water in Rowentas.
You can't put distilled water in Rowentas.
#52
Rats! That's what I should've asked Santa for for Christmas...a new iron and ironing board. I have a Shark now and I hate it. The base is very unstable and it falls off the board all the time--has nicked my floors! The plate is hard to keep clean. I do like it's steam, but not when it shoots out brownish water. Is that my water? I have cleaned it out several times. I hate the automatic shut-off. I think it's activated after only five minutes!
#53
I did a lot of research on this subject several years ago when I also had the ROWENTA bug. But after reading Consumer Reports mag and many other sources .... Several years in a row starting in 2007...Black & Decker D2030 Auto- off Digital Advantage iron was rated highest with no complaints.... The Rowenta wasn't rated that high.
#54
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You know, after reading all these varied opinions, it got me to thinking.... Buying an iron, or a sewing machine for somebody is kinda like buying someone underwear or a pocketbook. We all have our favorite things and no one else can understand that. Just think about it......
#56
I bought a Shark with a vertical steam feature at WalMart a couple of years ago and loved it. I dropped it a couple of times and decided to get a Rowenta. It was about the same price after discounts but the cord is too short. The Shark had a really long cord which was great for me. Next time, I'll get the Shark again.
#57
I bought a cordless iron by Maytag, it has a base to keep it hot, and I love not dragging that cord over my pieces and moving them. It shuts itself off after no use, but it heats back up fast if plugged in. I always unplug after I am finished sewing. I ordered mine from Maytag's web site, I am not sure if they even make them anymore. Fons and Porter used to promote them before they went to the type that picks itself back up. But I did pay about $100 for it. It has a titanium base so nothing sticks to it at all.
I had a Rowenta and gave it to my daughter in law and she still uses it for just regular ironing. She likes the weight of it.
I had a Rowenta and gave it to my daughter in law and she still uses it for just regular ironing. She likes the weight of it.
#59
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Hi I'm Gabs,
I've had Rowenta's for years but, have found a really good iron with better steam, and lighter than Rowenta. The Shark irons are wonderful and half the price. Bought mine at Walmart. A lady who irons for extra cash uses the Shark. She loves hers and now I love mine. Hope this helps.
I've had Rowenta's for years but, have found a really good iron with better steam, and lighter than Rowenta. The Shark irons are wonderful and half the price. Bought mine at Walmart. A lady who irons for extra cash uses the Shark. She loves hers and now I love mine. Hope this helps.
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