How to clean the soleplate of an iron: proven methods

28.09.2024 11:15

If you want your iron to do its job perfectly, you need to monitor its condition.

First of all, the device is descaled.

But this is not the only problem: it is also necessary to monitor the appearance of carbon deposits on the sole and remove them.

What methods will help with this?

Soda

If you decide to tidy up the sole, you need to combine soda with a small amount of water. We should get a product with a creamy texture.

The resulting paste is applied in an even layer to the sole. After five minutes, the soda can be washed off and the result assessed.

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If we are talking about the soleplate of the iron made of Teflon

In this case, you should act carefully. It is recommended to buy the cheapest toothpaste. Then distribute it on the surface of the sole.

After 5-7 minutes the composition is washed off.

Vinegar

This method will help even if your iron has never been cleaned. You just need to take a rag of the appropriate size and soak it in vinegar.

Afterwards, cover the sole with a rag and wait 3 hours. All that remains is to wipe the iron.

Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor

Content
  1. What methods will help with this?
  2. Soda
  3. If we are talking about the soleplate of the iron made of Teflon
  4. Vinegar