A garment steamer relaxes creases with hot steam while clothes hang, making it gentler on delicate fabrics. Clothes irons press fabric flat for sharper collars, seams, cuffs and a crisper overall finish.
Creases go to pieces at the sight of our garment steamers and clothes irons. Steamers speed through last-minute outfit zhuzhes; clothes irons bring a neat finish to shirts, linen and Sunday ironing sessions. Since 1977, Peter’s of Kensington has conquered the crinkle with the best laundry appliances from leading brands like Tefal, Philips and Sunbeam.
Why buy a garment steamer or iron?
Consider the crumple cancelled. Garment steamers are the quick and easy option for hanging clothes, quick touch-ups and delicate details like pleats, ruffles and embroidery, with no ironing board required. Clothes irons put your best blouses and trousers back in business, applying pressure and precision to stubborn creases, sharp collars, cuffs and trouser lines.
Your guide to choosing the right steamer or iron
Packing for a weekend away? Reach for a handheld clothes steamer. Working through a rail of clothes at home? An upright model has the capacity to keep going. Steam irons are made for everyday shirts and linen, and steam generators tackle bigger loads with high-pressure steam. Go compact for portability, larger for fewer refills, and look for fabric settings to keep silks, synthetics, cotton and linen on the right track.
Complete your laundry set up
For trousers hosting their own crease convention, add a trouser press to the routine, then explore the full laundry electrical line-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a garment steamer and an iron?
Are garment steamers good for all fabrics?
Garment steamers are an excellent choice for many delicate fabrics like wool, silk, and suiting that can be tricky to iron. Always check the care label and follow the recommended steaming distance for delicate materials.
Do garment steamers remove creases as well as irons?
For everyday wrinkles, yes. For stubborn creases, a clothes iron or steam generator has the edge.