How To Clean An Iron? Expert-Approved Tips & Tricks

If the soleplate of your iron is beginning to appear worn or even scorched, you may be wondering how to clean it without risking burns to your fingers. Fortunately, it's entirely possible. With the correct method, you can revitalise the soleplate of your iron and ensure it continues to function as efficiently as it did on day one.

Importance of Clean Iron

As Mallory Micetich, an Angi Home Expert, states in Architectural Digest, "Cleaning an iron regularly will help to maintain it and give it a longer lifespan." A clean iron glides smoothly over fabrics, preventing stains and ensuring efficient heat transfer for wrinkle-free results.

How to Clean a Burnt Iron?

Architectural Digest consulted experts like Patric Richardson, host of ‘The Laundry Guy’ and author of ‘House Love,’ to share their tried-and-true methods for restoring a burnt iron to its former glory.

• Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

Micetich recommends having a few common household items on hand, as mentioned in Architectural Digest: distilled white vinegar, baking soda, distilled water, cotton swabs, cotton balls, a sponge, and an old toothbrush.

• Step 2: Clean the Iron's Interior

Start by cleaning the iron's interior, as advised by Micetich in Architectural Digest. Mix one-fourth cup of distilled white vinegar with three-fourths cup of water, and pour the mixture into the iron's water reservoir. Heat the iron and use the steam button to release the mixture, repeating the process two or three times.

• Step 3: Tackle the Soleplate

Next, it's time to address the burnt soleplate (the iron's bottom). Richardson shares a clever trick in Architectural Digest, "Saturate a clean cloth in distilled white vinegar, place it on your ironing board, and iron over the cloth several times." The steam created will lift any gunk or buildup, leaving the soleplate shining.

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How do you get brown stuff off an iron?

For stubborn brown stains, Richardson suggests wiping down the soleplate with a damp, clean cloth after steaming it with the vinegar-soaked cloth. If mineral deposits are present, use a descaling product in the water reservoir, following the manufacturer's instructions, as recommended in Architectural Digest.

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