A combination of any good iron and a portable steamer is-in my opinion-ideal for most households. I use my iron to remove wrinkles from washed shirts and jeans, and I use my portable steamer to freshen up any shirts, suits or trousers I have worn. I usually steam my worn clothes at the end of the day, leave them to air out and then I either wear them or store them in my wardrobe the next morning. Steaming works wonders when it comes to getting rid of bacteria and unpleasant odors, which can save a ton of money on dry cleaning and washing-especially when you tend to wear suits often.
One use of steam that you didn't mention is that it kills germs and fungi. A lot of disagreeable smells come from wee beasties we can't see. I know more than a few people take all of their clothes to a dry cleaner before the start of a season. If you notice funky smells on clothing that has been in the closet for a few months a steamer can help. Start steaming your clothes in the off-season. Take your winter clothes out of your closet in mid-summer, give them a good steaming, hang them in a well ventilated area to dry, then put them back in the closet. When late fall rolls around they should still be fresh. A friend had a closet that had a bad smell of it's own. He took everything out and steamed the walls, floor and ceiling. Worked like a charm.
Great Point!! 👍🏻 I am buying a steamer for sure now. I do have this problem as i have a lot of Jackets and Suit pants in my closet that I don’t use very often but i love and when i do need to put them on they may have a closet smell.
Whatever you do, do not use steam on knitted wool. Will cause felting which is disastrous. Happened when I trusted ‘professional’ dry cleaners who should have known better. If needed, I mist knitted item with cool water then block to dry. Professional fiber artist here.
Once I bought a steamer, I stopped using my iron. The trick is to insert a pillow or towel inside the garment so that the plastic actually presses the fabric. This method even worked on a leather jacket that had traveled in a suitcase, gotten wet, and looked terrible.
Himerosteam I never thought about that, but you are right in the sense that my pillows completely fill my buttoned up shirt, I guess my torso is smaller and less fluffy than an pillow.
You gentlemen always do an excellent job with the history/background of the topic your discussing. Always entertaining and educational and I love your socks!
I have both an iron and a steamer. I use the steamer for my blazers and suits while I use the iron for my shirts and recommend when ironing and steaming, use distilled water, and set on low steam pressure. A steamer is also great to use when traveling.
I have so many silk clothes with embroidery on it. Can you please tell is steamer good for unwrinkled the clothes between embroidery spaces.if you can tell please.
This video is very informative and worthwhile to watch however I myself am rough and rugged guy that wears cargos, denims, casual shirts and heavy duty wear items so can't really relate to the gentlemans dress code lol however I do believe in being neat and having tidy looking clothes on the occasions that call for a non hard work day such as a meeting, date etc. so I guess I am the garment steamer guy because I would never aim for perfect but I will always strive for presentable.
Great historical info on how the iron was created. I am currently looking for reviews on irons vs steamers. I only ever used iron but it’s such a hassle to prepare the ironing station if I just want a quick fix for couple of creases my on dresses. I think after watching your video, I might treat myself to a steamer. Thank you for the prons and cons 😃
Modern steam irons have built in steamers with a large water tank. One device for both. Also has a strong we steam jet and doesn't sputter water all the time.
So much love for Preston! We’re both really slim built, love classic men’s styling, were in a speech and debate society. We also both love the show Frasier as well as DC and Marvel. Keep up the good work Preston!
Wow, I love it. I was thinking about buying a steam iron recently. Thank you for this video. Also, I don't mean to inappropriate but the way you talk is so adorable. 🌸
My family always used an iron, but personally I use it rarely because it's too much of an hassle. Also I don't like how the board looks and takes too much space. I try to take out most wrinkles from my clothes when I hang them to dry so that they don't need ironing. However some fabrics like linen and cotton shirts are really wrinkle prone and need to be ironed no matter what especially if you want to wear them more than once between washing. So I think a handheld steamer would be the best solution for me.
Thanks, this was a very helpful video. I have juvenile arthritis, and am left-handed. Using an iron is not really for me, my motor-skills are just really bad, because of my rheumatism. I have decided to go for a steamer. I'd like to learn ironing, but with my motor-skills it's just not doable. So thanks for the video!
Hi, I am 16 but I love to wear gentleman clothes (shirts, pants, dressing shoes, etc). A lot of people have told me I look like an old man, but I really like to dress like that. Do you have any advice on how I should dress to feel good and keep my style, but also be age apropiate?
I am, just like you are, 16 years old, and I love classic menswear. I use to dress nice with chinos or slacks with a nice pullover and a dress shirt or often with a turtleneck in the winter and, as often as I can, I use to dress up.
Which is better um both... Me 😒😒😒 it's actually the steamer cause it can do the job faster, u can actually deodorize n freshen ur clothes, won't burn your clothes like an iron will and u will save so much time and it's actually quite fun can't say ironing is fun it's actually a hassle
I have always used an iron for my casual wear pants and shirts, saying that I don't have the confidence to use it on my dress blue uniforms and business suits. I have not used a steamer before but this seems quite a take
This was unexpectet informative. This pretty much leaves no wishes open, even time stemps are well used! Great job! But why does the presenter look so sad? I wanne give him a hug, but I'm not sure if that would'nd disturb his perfectly ironed suit.
Can you show us how to open an ironing board 🤔 Seriously, I just bought one that has a clothing rack underneath and can't figure out how to open it. Ugh
Thank you, that was a very good video for the information that I wanted to know on steamers. The history and comparision was good too as it gives a very well rounded information on both for a better desision on what suits what I need.
Thanks so micu for the video sir, very insightful! All lf you do a wonderful job with this channel and its helping me greatly in moving into adult fashion sense.
Excuse me, I have a question, what is the best drink that should a gentleman have during a safari, a plane, and a limousine, just asking, also I think that traditional irons do the job, I watched the video about ironing a shirt and it's very informative.
For safari I’d go with Gin and Tonic. It’s a classic that came from the thinking it would prevent dengue fever or malaria (don’t remember) For airplane anything is good. Back when airline cocktails where served in proper glassware I would have shy from anything in a coup or cocktail glass because of chance to spill from turbulence. Now it makes no difference. (Edit: remember that flight attendants are not bartenders so don’t go crazy on the request or picky on the quality of said drink. Their job is to make the trip less hellish and to save your life during an emergency) As for limousine, quite a few have a wet bar available but offerings are limited due to space; cognac, brandy or whiskeys are the norm. If you’re renting one with a wet bar just ask them to stock the 2-4 things you might need for your cocktail of choice (personally a whiskey sour from rye)
Youssef HEGAZY 2 for tropical is stick with the gin and tonic. For desert travel if for some odd chance all is available I’d go with a Tom Collins, they are hugely refreshing.
Iam really curious what do you think about this new steamer/dryer cabinets, like the samsung airdresser, lg styler? Are they usefull and innovative home appliances or useless money wasters?
Hey guys, I've recently fallen in love with linen dress shirts. A video on them would be great, But also I found that after washing they seem nowhere near as good as before hand. Even when I try ironing. The main problem I run into is if the shirt has a button placket. It seems impossible to get that accordion wrinkle out of the placket. I assume I should just only bring my linens to the dry cleaners from now on. Will just be annoying and more costly over time. Any tips?
If its proper linen (flax) the fibres will have contracted and gone slightly wonky a tad. Linen is an amazing bast fibre as it can take a lot of punishment lol. Apart from thwacking the clean wet shirt dress against a clean surface to ameliorate the fibres I'd suggest using a continuous steam iron on the reverse sides first to loosen and relax the threads. If you dont have one of those, use your iron on the highest steam setting and steam it a lot. Linen is notorious for getting crinkles unfortunately. Id dare say, your dry cleaner would just zhoosh it with a hand held steamer to clear the wrinkles. Ive got a karcher steamer with ironing kit (thats the proper silly name) and my ironing board sucks and blows (very handy tbh) that is really useful. Traditionally, one would dunk a piece of clothing in a pail bucket of starch, let it dry then use a table iron and spritzes of water to remove creasing. the teeldeer here is, dry cleaner when you cant be bothered to do it or, relax the fibres yourself at home, pressing the garment with lots of steam.
A new linen shirt should be washed with cooler water temperatures for the first few washes. This will help set the strengthening process. Later on, wash it in warm or cold water to avoid shrinking and color fading. Use a mild detergent and avoid using fabric softener.
I recommend a hand steamer, a table, and a gadget called a clapper. The clapper looks sort of like a wooden brush without any bristles. It's completely flat on one side. It's purpose is to hold heat and steam inside the fabric to force the fibers to relax and flatten. Steam the fabric very heavily, lay it flat on a table, tap the clapper over the wrinkle a few times to flatten it and then let the clapper sit on the fabric until cool. I don't recommend ever ironing linen as it can develop a shine from the fibers being slightly burnt. The shine cannot be removed. I would only use a steam iron near the fabric but never touching it.
You guys explain the things others fail to explain...
Robot Preston aka CP3O shows some of his favorite electrical contraptions
Yes. Never a huge sales pitch or “word from our sponsors “ either, which I find distracting in other videos!
I guess to clothes peg the pillow to a clothes hanger the garment can spread.Ill try it
Upps
Why I subbed years ago
this guys jaw line is c h i s e l e d
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Bro that’s the forest thing I noticed. I’m like this guy is a natural Chad 👂 open
Reptilian
Too bad your grammar isn't.
@@kennymccormick8295 ooh burn 🔥
A combination of any good iron and a portable steamer is-in my opinion-ideal for most households. I use my iron to remove wrinkles from washed shirts and jeans, and I use my portable steamer to freshen up any shirts, suits or trousers I have worn.
I usually steam my worn clothes at the end of the day, leave them to air out and then I either wear them or store them in my wardrobe the next morning. Steaming works wonders when it comes to getting rid of bacteria and unpleasant odors, which can save a ton of money on dry cleaning and washing-especially when you tend to wear suits often.
This! Exactly 👌
you wear your worn clothes the next day?
Hmm interesting
@@MattGarcyaDClight jackets and pants
@@MattGarcyaDCif I haven’t sweat a lot, why not?I sit in Air Conditioning all day in car and office so my clothes don’t get dirty
Here's the short answer: BOTH.
You're welcome.
EXACTYLY!!!!! It depends on what it is...
Thank you for saving my time
Not really, that’s simplifying the video a lot. Skip the history part of the video if you want a quicker summary.
I had to skip after 3 minutes of watching to get to that conclusion
One use of steam that you didn't mention is that it kills germs and fungi. A lot of disagreeable smells come from wee beasties we can't see. I know more than a few people take all of their clothes to a dry cleaner before the start of a season. If you notice funky smells on clothing that has been in the closet for a few months a steamer can help. Start steaming your clothes in the off-season. Take your winter clothes out of your closet in mid-summer, give them a good steaming, hang them in a well ventilated area to dry, then put them back in the closet. When late fall rolls around they should still be fresh. A friend had a closet that had a bad smell of it's own. He took everything out and steamed the walls, floor and ceiling. Worked like a charm.
Great Point!! 👍🏻
I am buying a steamer for sure now. I do have this problem as i have a lot of Jackets and Suit pants in my closet that I don’t use very often but i love and when i do need to put them on they may have a closet smell.
4:20 may your life become easy
Bless you dude
You’re doing gods work
Whatever you do, do not use steam on knitted wool. Will cause felting which is disastrous. Happened when I trusted ‘professional’ dry cleaners who should have known better. If needed, I mist knitted item with cool water then block to dry. Professional fiber artist here.
Happy this dude exists out there, doing his thing.
Once I bought a steamer, I stopped using my iron. The trick is to insert a pillow or towel inside the garment so that the plastic actually presses the fabric. This method even worked on a leather jacket that had traveled in a suitcase, gotten wet, and looked terrible.
That must be a bigass pillow
Himerosteam I never thought about that, but you are right in the sense that my pillows completely fill my buttoned up shirt, I guess my torso is smaller and less fluffy than an pillow.
Lou Cipher What a great idea!!
@@estuchedepeluche2212 You should probably draw the curtains before carrying out such a procedure.
It just wouldn't be a good look.
@@timmyssweet Good one!
You gentlemen always do an excellent job with the history/background of the topic your discussing. Always entertaining and educational and I love your socks!
I have both an iron and a steamer. I use the steamer for my blazers and suits while I use the iron for my shirts and recommend when ironing and steaming, use distilled water, and set on low steam pressure. A steamer is also great to use when traveling.
I have so many silk clothes with embroidery on it. Can you please tell is steamer good for unwrinkled the clothes between embroidery spaces.if you can tell please.
Both. Also found out that trying to de-wrinkle window curtains is next to impossible, but a steamer works great
Well spoken gentleman. Words are concise, well detailed, and clear.
the way you speak is so soothing and educational, i appreciate it!
That jawline tho.
This video is very informative and worthwhile to watch however I myself am rough and rugged guy that wears cargos, denims, casual shirts and heavy duty wear items so can't really relate to the gentlemans dress code lol however I do believe in being neat and having tidy looking clothes on the occasions that call for a non hard work day such as a meeting, date etc. so I guess I am the garment steamer guy because I would never aim for perfect but I will always strive for presentable.
I switched my iron for a steamer after I burnt a Hugo Boss shirt.
ouch
My sympathies
I felt that
I’m sorry for your lost.
@@angelinalyl4686 thank you. I'm currently using a steamer. I don't want more accidents.
I use the steamer first on my shirts and then I use the iron+starch. Perfect result.
Great historical info on how the iron was created.
I am currently looking for reviews on irons vs steamers. I only ever used iron but it’s such a hassle to prepare the ironing station if I just want a quick fix for couple of creases my on dresses. I think after watching your video, I might treat myself to a steamer. Thank you for the prons and cons 😃
don't forget to use distilled water with that steamer! 😉
Modern steam irons have built in steamers with a large water tank.
One device for both. Also has a strong we steam jet and doesn't sputter water all the time.
So much love for Preston! We’re both really slim built, love classic men’s styling, were in a speech and debate society. We also both love the show Frasier as well as DC and Marvel. Keep up the good work Preston!
Frasier show is just awesome!
My mind takes me places it shouldn’t ahahhaha
✌
You gave all the necessary informations in the right moments. Bravo
Cufflinks and a cardigan for a casual day of clothes care. Love it!
a comprehensive, in-depth, objective video as always. great job.
6:49 video starts
This is one of the most underrated channels on youtube.
It has over 1M subs ? I do not think it is.
This man should be a news reporter
Wow, I love it. I was thinking about buying a steam iron recently. Thank you for this video. Also, I don't mean to inappropriate but the way you talk is so adorable. 🌸
Wonderful! Thank you very much , this was very helpful. The host is lovely, very dashing and dapper.
Way more information than I wanted however, I enjoyed the journey. Thank
You for the great video.
This just might be the best quality video I have ever seen. So well done. Who knew the history would be so fascinating. Great tips! Thanks
Both? Both. Both is good. 👌
My family always used an iron, but personally I use it rarely because it's too much of an hassle. Also I don't like how the board looks and takes too much space. I try to take out most wrinkles from my clothes when I hang them to dry so that they don't need ironing. However some fabrics like linen and cotton shirts are really wrinkle prone and need to be ironed no matter what especially if you want to wear them more than once between washing. So I think a handheld steamer would be the best solution for me.
Thanks, this was a very helpful video. I have juvenile arthritis, and am left-handed. Using an iron is not really for me, my motor-skills are just really bad, because of my rheumatism. I have decided to go for a steamer. I'd like to learn ironing, but with my motor-skills it's just not doable. So thanks for the video!
Hi, I am 16 but I love to wear gentleman clothes (shirts, pants, dressing shoes, etc).
A lot of people have told me I look like an old man, but I really like to dress like that.
Do you have any advice on how I should dress to feel good and keep my style, but also be age apropiate?
Always be true to who you are. Your style is classic so your peers just need time to catch up to you.
I started doing this when I was 16, too. Lol, just wear what you like, be yourself.
They are jealous of your style .... say ... everyone has an opinion. I feel good about how I look. I feel good :) 😃
I am, just like you are, 16 years old, and I love classic menswear. I use to dress nice with chinos or slacks with a nice pullover and a dress shirt or often with a turtleneck in the winter and, as often as I can, I use to dress up.
They have a guide on "Dressing your age". Go check it out. It is nicely explained there.
Well before you said it i decided to use both of them knowing that I'm a bride moving to my own house soon
Thank you for the great video
Which is better um both... Me 😒😒😒 it's actually the steamer cause it can do the job faster, u can actually deodorize n freshen ur clothes, won't burn your clothes like an iron will and u will save so much time and it's actually quite fun can't say ironing is fun it's actually a hassle
Now I would like to see a video about shoe care.
This guy is awesome I’m so glad I found this channel. Top shelf
I love this channel, I’m here to stay! Thanks 👍🏻
Wow I don't have to search for other videos. Every answer is here
How have I never come across this channel?! This is great
Excellent video and brilliant delivery from Preston!
No idea how the algorithm got me here, but I’ve learnt a lot - thank you 🙏
Nice video! Minor correction at 5:53: 400 F is not 104 C it's 204 C.
I have always used an iron for my casual wear pants and shirts, saying that I don't have the confidence to use it on my dress blue uniforms and business suits.
I have not used a steamer before but this seems quite a take
For my more casual clothes that aren’t terribly wrinkled, I put them in the dryer with a damp washcloth and high heat for a few minutes.
This was unexpectet informative. This pretty much leaves no wishes open, even time stemps are well used! Great job!
But why does the presenter look so sad? I wanne give him a hug, but I'm not sure if that would'nd disturb his perfectly ironed suit.
What a smart gentleman.....doing smart things.....lovely.....❤
Very good information, I'm going to look into one of the small, portable steamers.
Im a seafarer and I do travel a lot so its the Steamer for me, Will be ordering one now
Came here only to send to my boyfriend a video of how a steamer looks, how it's used, and went out with video-shaped gold in my hands. Thank you!!
12:44 One man's "casual outfit" is another man's "WFH Business wear"! 😹
Great video lots of good facts and explained well
Another useful, fully watching worthy video 🤜🤛
Just came across the channel -Really well explained
I'm still learning English, and i understand you better than the subtitles
This is much more intresting than previous videos
Well as a suggestion ; you should have covered steam press iron , as now they're affordable and are available for domestic users as well
affordable? 200+ dollars? Also how's the quality like. From a quick search they didn't seem to be promising.
Great video, just one question, why does your speaker change his outfit so much throughout the video? Maybe clips recorded on different days.
I’m glad UA-camrs like him exist.
I just watched this now and I'm quite curious what steam iron you're using now and if you have any recommendations? new sub!😊
How about get a 2 in 1, an Iron that can be used on a flat surface and also be used as a steamer up right.
Can you show us how to open an ironing board 🤔
Seriously, I just bought one that has a clothing rack underneath and can't figure out how to open it. Ugh
Thank you for teaching me a new word - tailors ham 😊
Thank you, that was a very good video for the information that I wanted to know on steamers. The history and comparision was good too as it gives a very well rounded information on both for a better desision on what suits what I need.
Thanks so micu for the video sir, very insightful! All lf you do a wonderful job with this channel and its helping me greatly in moving into adult fashion sense.
Thank you for your analysis and research.
Right now I'm going to buy one, you have a new mexican greetings follower
How can I get the steamer or iron. I love those ones in your video.
I understand ꝥ you cannot wash you suits, but steam them only. Do you know how to prepare the water for a steamer to do this cleaning?
Excuse me, I have a question, what is the best drink that should a gentleman have during a safari, a plane, and a limousine, just asking, also I think that traditional irons do the job, I watched the video about ironing a shirt and it's very informative.
Youssef HEGAZY 2 tequila
For safari I’d go with Gin and Tonic. It’s a classic that came from the thinking it would prevent dengue fever or malaria (don’t remember)
For airplane anything is good. Back when airline cocktails where served in proper glassware I would have shy from anything in a coup or cocktail glass because of chance to spill from turbulence. Now it makes no difference.
(Edit: remember that flight attendants are not bartenders so don’t go crazy on the request or picky on the quality of said drink. Their job is to make the trip less hellish and to save your life during an emergency)
As for limousine, quite a few have a wet bar available but offerings are limited due to space; cognac, brandy or whiskeys are the norm. If you’re renting one with a wet bar just ask them to stock the 2-4 things you might need for your cocktail of choice (personally a whiskey sour from rye)
@@alvarojm750 Safari, I mean both tropical and desert travels.
Youssef HEGAZY 2 for tropical is stick with the gin and tonic. For desert travel if for some odd chance all is available I’d go with a Tom Collins, they are hugely refreshing.
Iam really curious what do you think about this new steamer/dryer cabinets, like the samsung airdresser, lg styler? Are they usefull and innovative home appliances or useless money wasters?
All right you've helped me three times in one day so you've definitely got a new subscriber
They Recommended BOTH , Yw
Informative as always!
Well, you heard it from Niles Crane, everyone! Both are good options.
Very informative video. Thanks a lot.
Have you ever used a steamer press for shirts or pants? And is it a bad idea to use them?
Very nice explanation...💖👍Actually I was thinking of buying this stand steamer...from Riyadh KSA
You guys explain things i never knew existed...
SILLY
I love your style. Thanks for a great video.
What a great video,
Thank you 4 sharing! 🇺🇸
Wow! I love the chemistry behind ironing!
Thanks to solve my dought 🙏
Very well explained, thanks
Excellent video!
In some of the clips of ironing, you use a piece of cloth over the garment. What is the purpose of that?
Can you use a steam cleaner for steaming clothes, or are the temp and humidity different?
We had the cast iron triangle, we put it on a coal fire 🔥 but have to wipe it clean or it mess up your clothes
I actually thoroughly enjoy this video. Good show 🙌🏽
Could you please do a comparison of steam irons. I’ve not been able to location an iron like the one you use. Thank you for your helpful videos.
Hey guys, I've recently fallen in love with linen dress shirts. A video on them would be great, But also I found that after washing they seem nowhere near as good as before hand. Even when I try ironing. The main problem I run into is if the shirt has a button placket. It seems impossible to get that accordion wrinkle out of the placket. I assume I should just only bring my linens to the dry cleaners from now on. Will just be annoying and more costly over time. Any tips?
If its proper linen (flax) the fibres will have contracted and gone slightly wonky a tad. Linen is an amazing bast fibre as it can take a lot of punishment lol. Apart from thwacking the clean wet shirt dress against a clean surface to ameliorate the fibres I'd suggest using a continuous steam iron on the reverse sides first to loosen and relax the threads. If you dont have one of those, use your iron on the highest steam setting and steam it a lot.
Linen is notorious for getting crinkles unfortunately. Id dare say, your dry cleaner would just zhoosh it with a hand held steamer to clear the wrinkles.
Ive got a karcher steamer with ironing kit (thats the proper silly name) and my ironing board sucks and blows (very handy tbh) that is really useful.
Traditionally, one would dunk a piece of clothing in a pail bucket of starch, let it dry then use a table iron and spritzes of water to remove creasing.
the teeldeer here is, dry cleaner when you cant be bothered to do it or, relax the fibres yourself at home, pressing the garment with lots of steam.
A new linen shirt should be washed with cooler water temperatures for the first few washes. This will help set the strengthening process.
Later on, wash it in warm or cold water to avoid shrinking and color fading. Use a mild detergent and avoid using fabric softener.
I recommend a hand steamer, a table, and a gadget called a clapper. The clapper looks sort of like a wooden brush without any bristles. It's completely flat on one side. It's purpose is to hold heat and steam inside the fabric to force the fibers to relax and flatten. Steam the fabric very heavily, lay it flat on a table, tap the clapper over the wrinkle a few times to flatten it and then let the clapper sit on the fabric until cool. I don't recommend ever ironing linen as it can develop a shine from the fibers being slightly burnt. The shine cannot be removed. I would only use a steam iron near the fabric but never touching it.
Hm
Can a smelling agent be added into the steamer to make the clothing smell nice?
Fantastic content. Thank you Preston.
Very nice video...I learn a lot from your video... Knowledgeable..Keep up the good work
Jaw line of the week bro.
Good advice and well spoken.
We love you Preston
Would you recommend spray starch (ever)?
Are their uses for hair irons, you endorse (travel touch-up creases)?
Good question!
I’ve often wondered this. It’s meant to be good for collars but I have found that ironing a collar properly usually sorts out any problems!