this came in good time. I bought a steamer a year ago and never used it. I'm glad you said distilled water because I would have just used tap water. I have 2 curtain panels that I want to steam out the wrinkles. Great motivation.
Jennifer Ann Fox I just took my out of the box as well and I bought my over a year and half ago. I would have used tap water as well. So I agree that this is a great video and I'm getting ready to try it in a few minutes.
She made perfect sense and I am embarrassed I was spitting water all over my clothes and tap water at that. Thanks for teaching me how to stream my clothes at 37 LOL
Melissa, I have read some of the comments and they are dead wrong. I used my OXA which I have had in the box for a year and a half. I can't believe how easy it was to use. Thanks for the tutorial. I literally just used it on curtains I just made for my new apartment. It worked like a dream. Thanks alot. I gave thumbs up and will subscribe. Thanks a lot.
Great tips. I've been steaming my clothes for years the wrong way. I never thought to use distilled water. I guess that explains why I need to keep buying steamers. Thanks for the great tips.
I appreciate the tips on how to steam the right way. I didn’t know you don’t have to touch the garment with the steamer head to get no creases. Thank you.
I bought a steamer thinking I would save time from traditional ironing. Not only do the clothes stay somewhat wrinkly, but I constantly burn myself, and it takes easily about 5 times longer than it would with an iron. What a terrible idea of mine and what a waste of my time and money. Back to the iron it is.
I find steaming to be much easier and quicker personally. Ironing for me ironically introduced many wrinkles and was quite aggravating. Perhaps you didn't find the right technique?
Melissa, I love youj, respect you, and need you, but demonstration makes a good video. I don't have a garment steamer, I have never SEEN a garment steamer, and I have never seen anyone USE a garment steamer, either. We iron. For hours! Sometimes all day on Saturday! ALL DAY ! So it would help if you would actually show a few garments and how to steam them: a wool suit or winter wool slacks - what about the lining? a silk blouse? shirts and dresses that got wrinkly in the closet altho already ironed....silky nighties, linen shirts, etc. Not just talk about it. Please. I hate ironing, but love summer cottons. But how? Will the collars pull at the corners? How can you get the button placket to lie flat? etc.
I have never used distilled water. I have a few different steamers, which I use in a variety of ways, and tap water has never caused any issues! I find Joy Mangano's steamer to be useless, not matter what type of water is used.
I bought a steamer a couple years ago, thinking it would be easier than ironing. I found it took much longer and was less effective than ironing. And 6 inches away? The steam rises into the air by then. Steamer heads are made smooth so they can touch the fabric. For delicate fabrics you can hold it maybe 1 inch away. This is advised in several other videos on this topic.
Thank you for sharing! I've always considered investing in a garment steamer, but I never knew what to look for. Are garment steamers that different from each other?
what sort of room do you use it in? We live in a damp climate and mould is an issue here. Thanks for the tips - steaming extra on a specific area and using essential oils. That's great.
I just wish in a few years from today we will look back at all the time humans wasted on ironing or steaming clothes and laugh, happily, with more time to spend on other things because technology made clothing unwrinklable.
The problem I have with my steamer is I cant get the wrinkles out the bottom of my t shirts because I can't hold it tight unless I want to melt my fingers off
@Melissa Maker Conair should hire you to write their instruction manuals. The people in charge, obviously have no sense of reality. If they had, they would have included all of this in the manual. I'm keeping mine instead of returning it as I intended because of you. I really appreciate, thank you so much. Conair should not just thank you, but give you a job!
My steamer has a crease attachment but I’ve not figured out how to use it. It’s a Rowenta DR82 C-Cel Steam Force. Can you do a product review? I love the steamer itself, but I need to know how to use the crease attachment for pants.
My current iron has a peeling teflon plate and a busted steam function. It just left a small stain on a blouse that I just made. When searching for advice online about a new iron this video came recommended. Could you use a steamer like this to remove wrinkles on a 100% cotton poplin blouse that has lots of gathering on the sleeves, and pintucks on the front? I would still need to buy a new iron but it took me ages to iron the thing so perhaps steaming is quicker.
I would guess that steaming might blur pleats and creases (as in dress pants) meant to look sharp, but might be okay for gathering, whose gathers are stitch ordained; ditto pintucks.
I have a tall 1 that holds almost gallon its a professional steamer i hate size looking for something lil more portable and light ... I know u has to be close to fabric or the 1 I bought used just doesn't do good job I'm a reseller I sell clothing for living and some items need the steam or wash but some items are new w tags etc so can't wash . And I need nice photos is why the wrinkles will not look appealing to buyers i put clothes aside for months years avoiding the wrinkles. . I haven't turned Mines on for couple years it was used .. and I remmeber it always kinda spitting maybe it was on ts way out. It has a hook right on it 5 feet tall noozle and tunnel hose like a vacuum .. thanks I am going try again and boost my business buying my 1st house within 2 years abd this is my income. Thabk U
I suspect reverse-osmosis water is close enough to distilled to be useful in this setting. It's more expensive, but if you don't use this very often it's probably not a noticeable cost - and it potentially saves you an extra trip to the store.
A 2 in one steam iron is way better than those weak little handheld steamers. Steam irons blast out the steam and you don't even need to keep the clothes taught. The small ones are only good for travelling.
Thanks for says not all clothing can be streamed. I have been trying to steam my cotton and linen white shirts. Its not working. I thought having a steamer would eliminate me getting out the iron and board. So suppose its good for freshing some things up, but not good for jeans and linens.
I just got one from someone and got 7 pieces of clothing done, then realized the plug was overheating! It was so hot the plastic was melting on the plug! Why is this?
Distilled Water Very Important But NOT GONNA kill it the 1st time when your in huge hurry and didn't read directions (Sad Thats me 100% of the time)THANK GOD 4 RUclips VIDEOS TY KINDLY YOU TUBERS GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!❤❤🖒🖒😉😘😊😆😇🌷🌷🌷
I volunteer for a charity and we get tonnes of donations every week, we don't have time for a washing machine or dry cleaners so the clothes are steamed. Unfortunately some are a bit funky, could a drop of an essential oil be added or too risky?
mrscandicemarie I use a steamer when I'm on the go e.g. staying in a budget hotel that doesn't have an ironing board and iron in the room. Steaming is faster but results aren't as good.
👎 As a seller of such products, I recommend touching and pressing the fabric with the steam plate for best results. One difference between a traditional iron and a clothes steamer is that the steamer is SAFE for garments/fabrics. Never keep such a distance between the steam plate and the fabric. Otherwise, you will say it doesn't work.
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Who's here because they bought a garment steamer, gave it a try then wondered if they're doing it right? Just me? Oh okay. Hahaha
That is me lol. Steamer was delivered 30 minutes ago, I steamed with mediocre results, then thought.. Hang on, maybe watch some youtube video lol.
Exactly what I'm doing here lol
You got me😂
Me🙋♀️and the almost 2 million people who watched this😊
Me
Thanks for this, I bought a clothes steamer and had no idea how to use it, now it works great.
this came in good time. I bought a steamer a year ago and never used it. I'm glad you said distilled water because I would have just used tap water. I have 2 curtain panels that I want to steam out the wrinkles. Great motivation.
Jennifer Ann Fox I just took my out of the box as well and I bought my over a year and half ago. I would have used tap water as well. So I agree that this is a great video and I'm getting ready to try it in a few minutes.
Maybe read the instructions or look at your kettle to see if it has limescale or your loo! it is hardly a tip!
She made perfect sense and I am embarrassed I was spitting water all over my clothes and tap water at that. Thanks for teaching me how to stream my clothes at 37 LOL
it's never too late to learn something new :P
Me too I was like this is thing is not working 😅 , even wanted it to return it
@@sandramoreno559 It actually works better when you press up against it firmly and move back and forth while holding the fabric with your other hand
You don't have to use destilled water. And if it gets chalky years from now, just clean it with some household vinegar, it's super easy.
@@Sukkermis Thanks
I was actually putting the steamer on the clothes🤦🏽♀️… you’re a life saver
Same to me dia
Me too
Same 😂 and I have been doing it for more than 2 years now 🤦♀️
Me too 😂😂😂 and putting it flat on the surface... lol!!! Oops!!!
Melissa, I have read some of the comments and they are dead wrong. I used my OXA which I have had in the box for a year and a half. I can't believe how easy it was to use. Thanks for the tutorial. I literally just used it on curtains I just made for my new apartment. It worked like a dream. Thanks alot. I gave thumbs up and will subscribe. Thanks a lot.
Any moron can steam ...especially straight bits of material! hardly rocket science !!
Sorry nothing about the power (wattage) use!
Great tips. I've been steaming my clothes for years the wrong way. I never thought to use distilled water. I guess that explains why I need to keep buying steamers. Thanks for the great tips.
It says it in the instructions ....
I appreciate the tips on how to steam the right way. I didn’t know you don’t have to touch the garment with the steamer head to get no creases. Thank you.
Your instructions: simple and effective. Thank you.
I bought a steamer thinking I would save time from traditional ironing. Not only do the clothes stay somewhat wrinkly, but I constantly burn myself, and it takes easily about 5 times longer than it would with an iron. What a terrible idea of mine and what a waste of my time and money. Back to the iron it is.
I find steaming to be much easier and quicker personally. Ironing for me ironically introduced many wrinkles and was quite aggravating. Perhaps you didn't find the right technique?
This whole time I didn't realize you had to pull on the clothing, I was just pointing and getting mad they weren't disappearing 😁
Thank you... I just got my first steamer and your video was not only helpful, but it was also enjoyable to watch. You're awesome. :)
It looks very time consuming… I thought a Steamer is for a quick fix..
Melissa, I love youj, respect you, and need you, but demonstration makes a good video. I don't have a garment steamer, I have never SEEN a garment steamer, and I have never seen anyone USE a garment steamer, either. We iron. For hours! Sometimes all day on Saturday! ALL DAY ! So it would help if you would actually show a few garments and how to steam them: a wool suit or winter wool slacks - what about the lining? a silk blouse? shirts and dresses that got wrinkly in the closet altho already ironed....silky nighties, linen shirts, etc. Not just talk about it. Please. I hate ironing, but love summer cottons. But how? Will the collars pull at the corners? How can you get the button placket to lie flat? etc.
ohhhhhh distiller water!!! who would have thunk it??? 😅😅😅 my "little steamer" has been a trooper lol
@@lilyloveslife2737 whooooosh
@@lilyloveslife2737 You missed Jane Smith's humor, her ironic allusion to a famous 1920s-forward comedy malapropism.
@@lilyloveslife2737
I have never used distilled water. I have a few different steamers, which I use in a variety of ways, and tap water has never caused any issues! I find Joy Mangano's steamer to be useless, not matter what type of water is used.
@@lilyloveslife2737 it is a very common expression, used in a humorous way. How sad you lack a personality.
never seen something less helpful in my life
Me either!
Thanks girl! I inherited one of these things and had no idea how to use it.
Hi Melissa, could you show me how to steam the the bottom and cuff, I always have a problem to steam the bottom id clothes, thx
Hold 6 inches away from your garment *holds 1.5” away from the garment* 😂
Seriously. Wtf
Maybe her partner told her that's 6' 😂
@@georgep7862 🤣🤣🤣
…it’s definitely 6”. Watch again. 6” isn’t that much space. 1” is practically touching. It’s just the angle so it looks close.
Mine should touch the clothes directly
thank you for this videeooo ! it seems super easy and i still feel im kinda doing it wrong. i may need to get a better one. idk!
First RUclipsr that straight called me ugly... im subbing
I bought a steamer a couple years ago, thinking it would be easier than ironing. I found it took much longer and was less effective than ironing. And 6 inches away? The steam rises into the air by then. Steamer heads are made smooth so they can touch the fabric. For delicate fabrics you can hold it maybe 1 inch away. This is advised in several other videos on this topic.
It’s for cotton, spandex and other materials not meant for ironing
@@hcrystalhit is indeed in many cases, for normal clothes cause it’s more gentle than ironing
Exactly, so confused why it’s not touching the clothes, except for very sensitive material
Wow I was doing practically every step wrong!!😂😂😂😂 VERY helpful video!! Thank you! 🎉
I think its good for t shirts and weekend wear, not sure about using for a important meeting or for sales people
The steaming result look is not "starchy."
Thank you for sharing! I've always considered investing in a garment steamer, but I never knew what to look for. Are garment steamers that different from each other?
Now I need a steamer ASAP!!!
Yes - they are amazing!!!!
This video should be called - How to TALK about steaming your clothes...
exactly. I see a lot of talking and not a lot of steaming clothes
😂
can you steam your down jacket?
cuz i'm afraid i can't wash it
SERIOUSLY...
@@yukernzhen She is totally in love with herself, and just likes hearing her own voice.
I thought this was a video made by a brand at first. You're amazing!
Oh.... cause I'm using it and it's like an arm workout lol....
what sort of room do you use it in? We live in a damp climate and mould is an issue here. Thanks for the tips - steaming extra on a specific area and using essential oils. That's great.
I just wish in a few years from today we will look back at all the time humans wasted on ironing or steaming clothes and laugh, happily, with more time to spend on other things because technology made clothing unwrinklable.
LG Style Steamer... You're welcome.
It already exists. I have some dress shirt that never seem to have any wrinkle no matter how I store them.
@@NoReply28 Ok, but when will they invent linen garments and curtains that don't wrinkle???
Investing that amount of time + distilled water + fabric refresher . I would prefer outsourcing my laundry 🤣🤣
Distilled water is just a dollar a gallon.
Cant see what shes doing. Can't see the before and after. Too much taking
appreciate the humour.. thanks for this !
Right on thanks Merry Christmas
The problem I have with my steamer is I cant get the wrinkles out the bottom of my t shirts because I can't hold it tight unless I want to melt my fingers off
Can you please tell us what kind of steamer you use, and which one is best on the market ?
distilled water is also used for topping up a car battery and maybe cheaper at a car spares place.
can you steam wool blankets from thrift store? is this enough to kill germs for relatively new looking items from the thrift?
Smart, sensible, helpful. Thank you Melissa.
This was everything absolutely iconic thank you
Very informative. Thanks to your video I just fwd your video to costume interns rather than me talking forever. Thank youuuu.
I made a mistake of using tap water at the start, what is the best way of cleaning the water container?
Use DV to clean. Same method as a coffee maker.
whats dv?
distilled vinegar
Distilled water is not needed. I have hard water, and it has never caused buildup or chalky residue in my steamer.
Omg I remember you from all those cleaning videos way back when. Glad I found you again and that you’re still doing videos
I'm more confused now then before I watched this
Shkoiach
@Melissa Maker Conair should hire you to write their instruction manuals. The people in charge, obviously have no sense of reality. If they had, they would have included all of this in the manual. I'm keeping mine instead of returning it as I intended because of you. I really appreciate, thank you so much. Conair should not just thank you, but give you a job!
Great video - Will a steamer restore fabric shape like an iron does?
The build up is just lime scale. Also called hard water. Not disgusting but not great for our machine if not regularly cleaned.
Does it really work ... do u get the same results as iron ?????
Didn’t know about the need for distilled water. Good video
I think it takes practice to know about to do the steaming, I still can’t, I’m still my iron and my iron board
The steamer I have says to use tap water only. Would I damage the steamer by using distilled water?
Thank you! You are very clever and have a very good sense of humor!
Clever ....don't make me laugh!!!
Quick question does anyone know if a steamer uses less electricity than an iron?
How can you get the edges of a garment with the steam when you are holding it taut by the edge?
Burn your thumb like I did yesterday...which brought me to this useless video 😒 😂😂
What’s a good brand to get ? Going to buy one soon. For clothes and curtains and such
Very nice and engaging presentation! Well done!
Hell yeah. Four minute video that could have been 30 seconds. Nice!
Just made the "wrinkles on the face" joke to my girlfriend before we watched. Thanks for the video.
Thank you this was a lifesaver
Thank you and what steamer would you recommend?
My steamer has a crease attachment but I’ve not figured out how to use it.
It’s a Rowenta DR82 C-Cel Steam Force. Can you do a product review? I love the steamer itself, but I need to know how to use the crease attachment for pants.
Merry Christmas, Great tip about distilled water. Great video and tutorial.
My current iron has a peeling teflon plate and a busted steam function. It just left a small stain on a blouse that I just made.
When searching for advice online about a new iron this video came recommended.
Could you use a steamer like this to remove wrinkles on a 100% cotton poplin blouse that has lots of gathering on the sleeves, and pintucks on the front?
I would still need to buy a new iron but it took me ages to iron the thing so perhaps steaming is quicker.
I would guess that steaming might blur pleats and creases (as in dress pants) meant to look sharp, but might be okay for gathering, whose gathers are stitch ordained; ditto pintucks.
My mini steamer says you can use tap water, would you advise against that?
She is just a youtuber not an expert! if you live in a hard water area don't use tap water!
Who was hilding your garment hanger? I swear I noticed an arm. Thanks for sharing.
I have a tall 1 that holds almost gallon its a professional steamer i hate size looking for something lil more portable and light ... I know u has to be close to fabric or the 1 I bought used just doesn't do good job I'm a reseller I sell clothing for living and some items need the steam or wash but some items are new w tags etc so can't wash . And I need nice photos is why the wrinkles will not look appealing to buyers i put clothes aside for months years avoiding the wrinkles. . I haven't turned Mines on for couple years it was used .. and I remmeber it always kinda spitting maybe it was on ts way out. It has a hook right on it 5 feet tall noozle and tunnel hose like a vacuum .. thanks I am going try again and boost my business buying my 1st house within 2 years abd this is my income. Thabk U
Where did you get your steamer from I love that it isn't huge or bulky!!! 💕Can you share the link please? 😉
The Blake Family From Tennessee! Thank you, I appreciate it.
Yaneth Villegas that's the one I use and it is great! :)
Can u make a video about cleaning the steamer?? I wasn't using distilled water and it has that buildup u mentioned on this video. Thx
I suspect reverse-osmosis water is close enough to distilled to be useful in this setting. It's more expensive, but if you don't use this very often it's probably not a noticeable cost - and it potentially saves you an extra trip to the store.
This is fantastic and so easy. Thanks for this innovation.
She didn't bloody invent it
@@tijay8507yes she did
Host: If you wanted to iron you'll be watching a video on how to iron
Me: That's a great idea
Can you let tap water sit for over 24 hours then add it to the steamer or does it HAVE to be distilled water?
What brand/model steamer is that?
I believe it is the Beautural Handheld Garment Steamer. It's just like mine only white instead of blue.
I have a large steamer and love it.
Great video. Always wanted one but didnt know if it was worth it. Definitely getting one
Thank you soooooo much😘 God bless U always!😚
Can you please indicate which brand and model of steamer you are using. Thank you
Do you keep the button held down while you’re steaming?
The one I have has both options. You can lock it for continuous steam.
A 2 in one steam iron is way better than those weak little handheld steamers. Steam irons blast out the steam and you don't even need to keep the clothes taught.
The small ones are only good for travelling.
Thanks for says not all clothing can be streamed. I have been trying to steam my cotton and linen white shirts. Its not working. I thought having a steamer would eliminate me getting out the iron and board. So suppose its good for freshing some things up, but not good for jeans and linens.
I put the brush on mine and turn the steam up. Works a treat.
Instead of putting a hook on the back of a door, would it work if I hung the clothes on a hanger hung on my shower rod?
Lot of people have asked your recommendation for a good steamer. Can you please answer. Thank you 🙏🏻
If i use regular tap water, will i get the same results minus the foggy white chalk in the water container?
Me i use the tap water its now 1yr but don't get any prob with mine
I just got one from someone and got 7 pieces of clothing done, then realized the plug was overheating! It was so hot the plastic was melting on the plug! Why is this?
Distilled Water Very Important But NOT GONNA kill it the 1st time when your in huge hurry and didn't read directions (Sad Thats me 100% of the time)THANK GOD 4 RUclips VIDEOS TY KINDLY YOU TUBERS GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!❤❤🖒🖒😉😘😊😆😇🌷🌷🌷
Lol, yes.
Thank you Melissa!!! Btw your hair looks beautiful 😉
Great information!!
Why is your Steamer not touching the clothes? Mine is supposed to do that, either wird brush adapter or iron blade + steam of course
Hi , I am in doubt to buy iron or steamer. can sb tell me his/her experience and introduce me a good brand?
I volunteer for a charity and we get tonnes of donations every week, we don't have time for a washing machine or dry cleaners so the clothes are steamed. Unfortunately some are a bit funky, could a drop of an essential oil be added or too risky?
Add white vinegar to your water! It works very well! The stronger smells will need another go round but it works!
Thank you great advice
Hi can I put scent in the water so it smells nice for clothes OR for around the home please
What steamer are you recommending?
What happens if you touch the steamer with the clothes
Do you rather a hand held steamer or a iron and ironing board?
mrscandicemarie I use a steamer when I'm on the go e.g. staying in a budget hotel that doesn't have an ironing board and iron in the room. Steaming is faster but results aren't as good.
Thank you! This is great!!
👎 As a seller of such products, I recommend touching and pressing the fabric with the steam plate for best results. One difference between a traditional iron and a clothes steamer is that the steamer is SAFE for garments/fabrics. Never keep such a distance between the steam plate and the fabric. Otherwise, you will say it doesn't work.
Does the steam clean the garment as well
Amazing video Melissa! Wish you had one of our steamers!