Iron question
06-22-2012, 07:46 AM
#32
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We just had this discussion here a little while back. See if any of these answers help you --->
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...d-t191390.html
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...d-t191390.html
06-23-2012, 04:04 AM
#34
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Ah, the new iron question. Search the archives on this Board before you buy as this discussion goes on with valuable input from many. I had a Rowenta, replaced it with another Rowenta from Target, couldn't be happier. Saw Rowentas at Big Lots a couple of weeks ago.
06-23-2012, 05:03 AM
#36
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I currently have the Rowenta Professional. I personally love it! There have been many complaints on QB about the Rowentas leaking. I haven't had that issue and my Rowenta has been knocked off my ironing board more times than I can count. I have a cat who uses the ironing board as a spring board! I only got the Rowenta because I got a fantastic deal on it. I found it at Hancock Fabrics on clearance and then they were having a special for 50% off all clearance. I like the weight of it and it just glides over the fabrics. That being said, if and when my Rowenta dies, I will definately look at the Reliable brand of irons. https://www.google.com/search?source...llllll0&aqi=s1 There have been many positive reviews on these irons.
I do have a smaller travel iron I got at wal-mart for less than ten dollars that I take to quilt camp!!
06-23-2012, 05:10 AM
#37
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I have a Shark. It is relatively lightweight which is great because I have tendonitis a lot. It does have an automatic shut-off which I don't care for but it does heat up quickly.
According to many people's experience, irons don't seem to last as long as they used to.
According to many people's experience, irons don't seem to last as long as they used to.
I then thought I had to get a Rowenta and yes, it leaks. I am now using only distilled water and it still leaks. Next iron will be a Shark!!
06-23-2012, 05:12 AM
#38
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I have two Rowenta's made in Germany. I love both. Neither leaks. I had a Sunbeam that leaked like crazy. I had another (the brand escapes me) that leaked. I have never had problems with my Rowentas, and wouldn't hesitate to buy another in a heartbeat.
06-23-2012, 05:19 AM
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I'm planning to get a Black and Decker like my son has (got it on Amazon several years ago) if/when my old (15 years+) Sunbeam dies. The B&D is quite comfortable in my hand, glides well, not too heavy, adjustable for more or less steam (and even less is plenty) and irons like a dream. I had a cordless iron a while back, and gave it my ex when he moved out because he wanted it and I didn't! It did not stay hot for long enough, and had to sit in its port too long to heat up again, so for me it was too frustrating to even use.
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