Review of ironing cabinets: main advantages, disadvantages, price

An ironing cabinet is an innovative household appliance that saves time and simplifies the care of your wardrobe.

Using such equipment, you can smooth out wrinkled items, as well as refresh clothes that cannot be washed yourself (dry cleaning only): suits, expensive outfits and accessories with permanent decor, dresses made of delicate fabrics, etc.

About cabinets ironing clothes and linen, their costs, pros and cons will be discussed in the article.

Operating principle and main functions

Externally, the ironing cabinet resembles a refrigerator with a touch control panel.

The cabinet does not require a connection to a centralized water supply to operate. This equipment is based on a built-in high power steam generator.

At the bottom of the cabinet, under the compartments for clothes, there is a tank for water needed when operating the steam generator, and a tank for waste steam (as it cools, it settles in the compartment in the form of condensate).

Closet works in different drying modes:

• natural convection;
• forced convection.

The functionality of a device depends, first of all, on its price category. For example, inexpensive cabinets (27-40,000 rubles) cope well with simple tasks: drying and steaming things.

• drying clothes from any fabrics;
• neutralization of odors of food, tobacco, fire, sweat;
• smoothing out folds and creases on things;
• disinfection (the presence of such a function is confirmed only by V-ZUG equipment: this company has patented a special method of photocatalysis, with the help of which up to 99.9% of bacteria and microbes are eliminated from tissues);
• gently drying clothes at low temperatures;
• creating creases on trousers using a press (for the LG S3WER styler, such a press is located on the door);
• pre-steam treatment of clothes before washing: steam molecules penetrate deeply between fabric fibers and break down dirt.

During operation, the device vibrates and hums quietly (the level of noise is the same as from a regular refrigerator). To prevent the equipment from interfering with your rest, it is better to place it away from the bedroom.

How effective is it to iron clothes using such equipment?

The ironing cabinet allows you to give your clothes a fresh look without visible dirt. It cannot completely replace the functions of an iron..

The device does not iron things made from mixed fabrics well enough. In addition, individual items of clothing (for example, shirt collars and cuffs) can only be perfectly ironed with an iron.

However, the steam oven does a decent job with most fabrics. The device irons suit fabrics, shirts, blouses and dresses made of silk, viscose, linen, and cashmere well.

What items can be placed in the ironing system:

• outerwear: coats, jackets;
• suits: jackets, trousers, shirts;
• bed and underwear, hosiery;
• Kids toys;
• hats;
• shoes;
• gloves, fabric bags and other accessories;
• expensive things that cannot be washed: dresses embroidered with decorations, stage outfits made of feathers, clothes with voluminous decor (beads, rhinestones, stones).

Compatibility with different types of fabrics is indicated by the manufacturer closet

Pros and cons of machines that iron themselves

The ironing cabinet was created as an auxiliary tool that simplifies the care of everyday clothes. It does not have a mechanical effect on fabrics; it gently steams, smoothes and dries them.

Advantages of the equipment:

1. Automation of the process of caring for things.
2. Versatility: used as a dryer, steamer and iron.
3. Safety. In a hurry, you can forget to turn off the iron, risking causing a fire, and the ironing cabinet turns off automatically after the end of the program.
4. Effective steaming: steam targets items in a confined space and is not wasted.
5. Gentle ironing: there is no risk of leaving shiny spots or marks from the iron on the fabric.
6. Time saving: You can process several items at the same time (for example, trousers, jacket, shirt and tie).
7. Delicate drying: items are dried on hangers and shelves, and not in an intensively rotating drum. V-ZUG and LG cabinets are suitable for drying and ironing any clothes: from socks to exclusive catwalk dresses.

Many models have aroma cassettes, thanks to which the clothes smell pleasant after an ironing session.

Disadvantages of units:

• high price;
• high energy consumption;
• long steaming and ironing sessions;
• in most stylers, the press for creating creases on trousers is designed for products up to 170 cm in length;
• they do not smooth out things made from mixed fabrics well;
• cannot replace dry cleaning (manufacturers do not promise such capabilities, but customers usually expect that at such a high price the device will do everything, including removing old stains).

Selection options: what should you consider when purchasing?

The main selection parameter is the required functionality. There is no need to expect a miracle from an ironing cabinet: it is not capable of replacing a full machine wash or ironing.

What you should pay attention to when purchasing:

1. List of basic and additional programs. You need to check on site whether the smartphone supports the unit control program (if there is a remote control function).
2. Capacity. Units from V-ZUG and LG can simultaneously process 3 bulky items of clothing (for example, a jacket, shirt and vest) and one trousers. It is better to place down jackets separately in the machine. Maximum loading weight – up to 5 kg.
3. Ease of control: touch panel, contactless control and the ability to correct problems from a smartphone, backlight, indication, presence/absence of Russian language in the menu.
4. Dimensions.
5. Noise level in different operating modes.
6. Power.
7. Warranty period and service.

Manufacturers: features, model range and cost

Ironing and steaming equipment is available in different price segments. The cheapest samples are produced by Effie. The manufacturer indicates that up to 12 items can be placed in the ironing machine at a time.

It works in three modes:

• steaming (for delicate fabrics),
• drying,
• ironing

The approximate cost of the unit is $925.

The premium segment of goods is represented by two manufacturers of ironing cabinets - the Swiss brand V-ZUG and the Korean company LG.

LG stylers

The LG Styler S3WER line is available in pearl grey, white and dark coffee shades.

Advantages of LG stylers:

• clear interface: Russified menu, contactless control from a smartphone;
• smartdiagnosis: if there is a malfunction of the equipment, a notification and recommendations for further actions are sent to the smartphone;
• child lock;
• large capacity: up to 6.5 kg of items (5 items + trousers can be placed in the device);
• good ironing of items made of silk, cotton, viscose, knitwear, wool, linen, etc.;
• delicate steaming and destruction of allergens using TrueSteam technology;
• a large selection of special operating modes: removing static charge, warming clothes and bed linen, refreshing outerwear made of leather and fur (Fresh Air), silent drying mode, etc.

Among the disadvantages ironing cabinets from LG:

• incompatibility of LG programs with the operating system on Apple smartphones;
• the long duration of some care regimens: for example, the “refreshing” program lasts 1.5 hours;
• incomplete smoothing of creases and folds on mixed fabrics;
• cost 99-120,000 rub.

The video will show you how the LG Styler ironing cabinet works:

Samsung DF60R8600CG

Steam clothes care cabinet Samsung DF60R8600CG is a modern device that allows you to clean clothes from dust and refresh them, eliminating unpleasant odors.

Comes with:

• three trouser hangers;
• three shirt hangers;
• tray.

Advantages of a steam cabinet:

• ease of operation control;
• convenient touch panel settings;
• hygienic care of things with JetSteam technology - cleaning textiles from viruses, mites, dust, harmful substances;
• eliminating unpleasant odors and preventing their accumulation;
• the device allows you to clean items that cannot be washed (for example, jackets);
• it is possible to select a mode;
• smoothing heavily wrinkled materials using the Wrinkle Care mode;
• clothes acquire freshness and become softer;
• suitable for caring for bulky items of clothing (down jackets);
• when you install the appropriate application on your SmartThings phone, you can control it from your smartphone;
• suitable for caring for the clothes of the whole family, including children's;
• The self-cleaning function simplifies the maintenance of the device itself;
• the Soft Closing mechanism ensures tight and silent closing of cabinet doors;
• there is an additional opportunity to improve the microclimate in the dressing room - air dehumidification;
• modern attractive design.

Flaws:

• relatively small capacity;
• electricity consumption 1,900 W;
• high price.

Price: about 150,000 rubles.

Ironing system V-ZUG

V-ZUG is the pioneer of ironing cabinet technology.

Advantages of the REFRESH-BUTLER system:

• high-quality assembly and materials;
• long service life;
• autonomous work;
• energy efficiency;
• the presence of separate drawers for shoes;
• removal of persistent and “ingrained” odors in clothes (tobacco smoke, perfumes, food, etc.);
• soft and gentle drying of wet outerwear, hats and shoes.

The REFRESH-BUTLER model range differs only in color:

• V-ZUG TPSRBSLWPZw (white);
• V-ZUG TPSRBSLWPZn (black);
• V-ZUG TPSRBSLWPZc (metallic).

Customers do not find any disadvantages of the REFRESH-BUTLER ironing system. The only negative is the high cost (all models cost RUB 1,850,000).

Reviews

Ironing systems from LG receive a lot of positive reviews. In particular, M.video repeatedly notes that the LG styler is a convenient and reliable assistant in everyday life, making it easier to care for clothes for a large family.

Users do not highlight any particular disadvantages in use. There are several negative reviews, which note that the equipment takes up a lot of space, does not remove stains (stain removal is not included in the stated functionality of the device) and does not smooth clothes thoroughly enough: sometimes you have to additionally iron them.

These cabinets are also discussed on the forums.

Conclusion

So, an ironing cabinet is multifunctional equipment. With its help, you can tidy things made from almost any fabric, refresh everyday clothes, eliminate foreign odors, and take care of shoes and hats.

This is a useful find for people with a busy schedule., show business and political figures, office workers, teachers.

The choice depends on the client’s financial capabilities.With similar functions, the “REFRESH-BUTLER” system and the LG styler are radically different in price.

A unit from LG can be bought at a discount for 99-120,000 rubles, and REFRESH-BUTLER costs the same as a good car (1,850,000 rubles). At the same time, V-ZUG equipment is a guarantee of long and productive service.