How to clean a clothes iron?
Question:Particularly the soleplate of a metal iron.
Answers:
Use a fine grit piece of sandpaper or a dry scouring pad. Spray white vinegar on the area and allow it to sit a bit, then rub w/ the paper or pad.
"Begin with a cold iron that is unplugged from the electrical outlet. Use a mild dish washing soap or laundry detergent to create a sudsy solution. Use a nylon mesh pad, sponge, or a clean cloth dipped in the solution to completely wipe off the soleplate of the iron. Wipe the soleplate clean with a damp cloth or rag.
If the soleplate is the victim of a starchy build up or corrosion of some form, you will need to use something a little stronger. Use a clean cloth dipped in white vinegar to remove the build up. Wipe the soleplate clean with a cloth dampened in clean water.
If this does not work, then you will need to heat a solution of white vinegar and salt until the salt dissolves. Using a clean cloth dipped in the heated solution, wipe the iron's soleplate clean. Continue wiping until you have removed all of the build up or corrosion. Remember to wipe the iron completely clean with a cloth dampened in clean water."
is it scorched? Steam iron?
You can fill the reservoir with vinegar and run it on steam until the vinegar runs out then fill it with water and do the same. wipe plate with vinegar if it is Teflon coated- you can use bon ami- small amount on soft cloth- and polish a non coated plate. just make sure there is no residue in the holes where steam comes out- it could end up on your clothes when you iron.
Try a little Easy-Off oven cleaner. Use in a well ventilated area. Let sit for a few minutes then wipe clean with a damp cloth.
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