The Optisteam Garment Steamer from T-Fal (the first steamer from this company) is just being shipped to stores right now! I was fortunate to receive one just last week, in time for Father’s Day. One might think that a gift like this is more of a gift for me, but no. You see, my husband went through a boot-camp of sorts for his current career, and he learned precisely how to iron his pants and shirts (and sheets for that matter) at the time. Since that point, I have left the ironing in our household up to him (yay me, right?) So, this is definitely a gift for him. The thing is, it’s pretty cool and I’ve been having some fun with it so maybe I’ll give in and start steaming his uniforms again.
Years ago, I worked in retail and loved the clothing steamer that we used in the store. It was a professional one, of course, and years later when I tried another garment steamer purchased at a department store I was really disappointed! It didn’t get the wrinkles out, felt light and didn’t heat up as much as the one I had used at work (I returned it).
The T-Fal Optisteam is just like the professional steamer I used years ago! It’s sturdy, has a clear water tank so you know exactly how much water you have, and it heats up in 60 seconds to high heat. The garment hangers are awesome – they support the clothing well so it isn’t swaying around or threatening to make the steamer tip like a cheap model would. With the second clothing hanger further down that can be adjusted to the perfect height, it’s possible to steam a 2 piece outfit at the same time.
Other features that make this product stand out are the touch-controls right in the handle (no need to use your foot!) and the sleek design making it store easily. The hanger-top actually twists vertically so you can roll the steamer into a closet for easy storage. We keep ours in the laundry room and it’s easy to tuck into a corner.
Canadians keep your eyes open for the new T-Fal Optisteam Garment Steamer at The Bay and Home Outfitters retailing for $139.99.
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