Hi, what is the pressure like? Is there enough to make steaming easy? Thank you!
1326524
There isn't really a mechanism to push the steam. The straighter you can keep the hose the more the steam rises. But i found it chuggs a good amount of steam. It helps if you can hang your garment above the unit. I found that doing curtains while hanging took someone to hold up the bottom half. I am satisfied with this unit because my main issue was storing it .
1326525
I've not used a steamer before in order to compare with others, but the steam from this unit is good.
1326526
Yes, the pressure is adequate. I have found it very useful especially with silk and sweaters. It also refreshes clothes that you would normally re iron.
1789211
I don't know mine want very hot. I accidently passed my hand under it and was surprised that it didn't feel very hot at all. Slow for steam as well... I returned it. Hated it.
1134976
I haven't had any problem with the steam at all. This is the best iron that I have owned. As a quilter I really appreciate this iron.
1458092
I've never used the steam feature, preferring the spray bottle, so I have no experience with it. Sorry.
1641419
So far so good on this end -- good pressure and steam release... I use it for steaming clothes, etc. May use it to clean the shower, etc but haven't got around to doing that... Recommended...
1277768
The steam is not so hot that it will bother you. It is just right. Just remember to keep your eyes closed whilesteaming your face. I like it very much.
999357
It is not hard at all. It depends what kind of oil are you using it. Also it takes time to cool off, to remove the oil and then go steaming. Just patient and time. Good luck.
312019
Often, I use the low pressure for steaming vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, green beans etc. Most take 2- 3 minutes then a quick release.
2044143
I, personally, have "boiled" it ... wouldn't advise trying to steam, as the holes in the steamer insert are too big to hold the rice. I find microwaved rice to come out very nice, indeed. One part rice to two parts water and a sprinkle of salt.
714475
It has worked perfectly, the steam is great. I do not iron much anymore (like many folks) but I really like the automatic "off" switch. I have had no problems.
836827
It's not actually steam per say...it's more of water being sprayed out, like a wet vac. Hope that helps!
1980558
You just have to be sure to seat the lid and gasket per the instructions. I have failed to come up to pressure once and steam escaping around handle. I hadn't put the gasket in quite correctly. After adjusting it, "the pressure was on," so to speak. I have used mine once or sometimes twice a week since July 2013.
153959
In order for steam to be created the water temp has to reach a minimum of 212 F. I am unsure of the exact temp or weight, however it is lightweight and I agree with Chris's comment that it does seem hard to push only when it is steaming. I bought mine a few years back and it still works great and I would still recommend it. I have used it in three homes since I bought it with wood, laminate, vinyl, and stone. I like that it appears to kill germs from high steam heat - I am a nurse and this is a very important feature to me, I am a complete germaphobe and insist on getting things as clean as possible next to sterilization. Hope this helps! Good luck.
795399
Well, it is only soft hot steam and I would think you would want some water pressure. I won't buy it for that single purchase.
140983
I'd suggest looking elsewhere. This one might not be strong enough for you. And, it may just be me, but this steamer broke down already. I didn't even use it so much (though someone did borrow it for a while).
395488
I am pretty sure you can't. I always use it though and it works great. If you don't press on the steaming button while you iron steam won't come out but it's addictive and now I can't iron without pressing on the steam button anyway. :).
2109815
Not sure, have not tried it. But imagine if you do it long enough, it would work out ok, that steam isreally hot! I use pressure cooker to cook up meat and veggies for my 2 dogs, it is so much faster and energy efficient. And it seems to infuse and accentuate flavors that the dogs go crazy over.