I don't steam clothes, but I have a hand-held steamer which is great for steaming drapes, shower curtains, etc. I'm thinking if you have a hand-held, you would be able to also use it on large items like that (if you ever wanted).

I'd make space for a floor model if that's what's best.. of course, a handheld is so much more convenient.

My focus is clothing but I could see using it on curtains maybe.

I have a floor model and we use it 99% of the time. You do have to have a corner or a closet to keep it out of the way. I haven't used an iron in forever.

Floor model. More power, larger water tank.

Is there a floor model you recommend? Rowenta? Pur Steam?

The handhelds have higher ratings than the floor models.. so I'd love first hand experience

Mine is the Jiffy model. I've had it for years, and I haven't tried any of the others. I have a handheld for traveling and no comparison for the convenience. I kick on the button at the base-it came with a hanger (doesn't have to be "that" hanger) that you hang at the top to hang your clothing item and it's so easy. Then I kick off the button and roll it back in the space when I'm done.

I would say, if you plan to use it most of the time, get a floor model. If not, the handheld will be easier to store.

If a good steamer will allow me to give up my ironing board for all but sheets/pillow cases, I can easily make room for a floor model steamer.

Thanks, Ollie! I'll check out the Jiffy model.

Propress are good.

Funky, don’t get a handheld steamer! I’ve had two and my mother has had one and they have all quit working within three months to six months of purchase. All different brands, all $50 and up. I am just about to purchase a Jiffy model also. Since I lost our big lau dry room in the old house and our lady who ironed moved away I now have to take everything to a laundry in town just for ironing. While I would still do that, mostly, it would be nice to be able to steam knitwear that doesn’t necessarily need ironing but has wrinkles from the washer.

LOL this was from 4 yr ago-- I did purchase a handheld but I don't use it often because it leaks and it doesn't work all that well on the things I need it for most. It works fine for knitwear.

I have been considering a floor model again-- so let us know your thoughts after you've used it a few times. My biggest concern is storage but if it is useful/effective, I'll make room for it.

I have a handheld from Conair that is several years old and I love it. The trick is to use nothing but distilled water in them, just like a regular iron. Makes them last longer. Be sure to get one with a long cord to reach wherever you are hanging your items to be steamed.

It has been so long since I used my steamer that it just stopped working…probably from old age. An acquaintance recommended this one from AMZ. She sang it praises! I bought it but when it came in the brush attachment was squished. I sent it back. The new one is due Friday. Stay tuned for a review.

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I have a Conair handheld that is pretty good for wrinkles in knits, tee shirts , jeans etc. I also love Downey wrinkle release for sweaters and cotton tees. If it needs more than that, I just take it to the cleaners, but in my casual community I just try to avoid too much that needs ironing. I hate to admit it, but I don’t even own an irion, The only things I ever need an iron for are napkins and then, I just borrow DD’s iron. I take guest bed sheets to the cleaners. In our climate I use flannel sheets that don’t need ironing on our bed for about eigth months a year and either live with wrinkles or take them to the cleaners the rest of the time.