Ironing

[Uzoma]

Why is it that when I start to use my steam iron a huge amount of dirt/sand comes through the steam vents. Could it have to do with the fact that our water is hard? What can I do to avoid this?

[karmgirl]

Think it just needs a descale. Think you buy special liquid to do it but unsure

[daffy654]

Do you empty the iron of water after each use? If not then that can cause a build up of limescale in the reservoir. You can buy a sachet of solution for descaling your iron,they are usually found in the laundry detergent section of supermarkets,or can be bought in hardware shops.

[heathfield]

Once it's clean, you could use bottled water instead of tapwater.

[zxyvixy]

use kettle descaler works just the same.

[Slooow_Jo]

Wouldn't using cooled boiled water from the kettle work the same as anything you'd buy in a shop?

[zig.zag]

just send your stuff to the chinese laundrey

no hassle lol