Good press: Full steam ahead    

Good press: Full steam ahead           
 
Wattage is an important criterion, as it will determine the steam capacity of the model. Choosing, between dry or steam? Well, while the dry models are considerably cheaper, they are also harsher on your clothes. In case you forget to re-set the regulator after ironing a cotton garment, the acrylic trouser coming up next could well get instantly damaged. Steam models, on the other hand, continually release moisture, softening the fibers as you iron, preventing wear and tear on texture and quality of the fabric by regulating the heat. Also, stubborn wrinkles in cotton and linen are instantly smoothed out with an extra burst of steam at the press of a button. The vertical steam option allows you to iron curtains.
The great thing about the new generation iron is that problems from the past have been ironed out, so to speak, by manufacturers. A feature like auto shut-off is very important and can prevent you from burning a favourite kurta as you rush to answer the telephone.