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Top Ironing Tips for YOU So Your Mum Can Relax on Mother's Day

Give your mum the perfect Mother's Day gift with expert ironing tips and professional ironing services. Learn how to iron clothes perfectly and treat your mum to a well-deserved break.

Published 6 March 2017
8 min read
By St Anne's Team
St Anne's Team

St Anne's Team

Housekeeping Experts

10+ years
Top Ironing Tips for YOU So Your Mum Can Relax on Mother's Day

Top Ironing Tips for YOU So Your Mum Can Relax on Mother's Day

Treat your mum to something special this Mother's Day by giving her a personal ironing service.

Our mothers work so hard all year round, so Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to show just how much you care and appreciate her dedication and love. While gifts such as flowers and chocolates are always appreciated, alleviating her of some duties which she does frequently is also a winner. Have you considered being a personal ironing service to your mum instead?

Even if you don't live at home, visiting your mum and doing some ironing can be a real demonstration of love. Ironing is one of those necessary tasks that needs to be done and mothers can spend up to four months of their lives doing it! Taking the time on Mother's Day to make your mum a cup of tea, letting her sit back and relax while you do the ironing, is certainly something she'll appreciate.

To make sure there are no creases for your mum to iron out afterwards, here are some top tips we use for our expert ironing services in London to iron clothes to perfection. It's a sure-fire way to reward and impress your mum!

Follow the Instructions

This may seem simple, but always follow the instructions on each garment. Different clothes will have different instructions and some are not even safe for ironing, so be sure to check this before you start. While your mum is sipping her tea (which you made her, of course), she may remind you to read the instructions. Politely tell her that you already have because you are super organised!

Understanding Care Labels

Common Ironing Symbols:

  • Dot symbols - Indicate temperature settings (1 dot = low, 2 dots = medium, 3 dots = high)
  • No iron symbol - Do not iron this garment
  • Steam symbol - Safe to use steam
  • No steam symbol - Iron without steam

Safety First:

  • Always check labels before ironing
  • Test on an inconspicuous area first
  • Never iron synthetic materials on high heat
  • Be extra careful with delicate fabrics

Set the Temperature Based on the Fabric

Choosing the right temperature can seem like the biggest task, especially as all irons are different and will each have different settings. For delicate clothes, always use a lower temperature, but for cotton and linen, it can be higher. Getting the temperature right is one of the most important techniques of correct ironing. This is something our ironing services in London constantly check, so make sure you do the same.

Temperature Guide by Fabric

Low Heat (110-150°C):

  • Acetate
  • Acrylic
  • Nylon
  • Polyester
  • Rayon
  • Silk

Medium Heat (150-180°C):

  • Wool
  • Polyester blends
  • Viscose
  • Some cotton blends

High Heat (180-200°C):

  • Cotton
  • Linen
  • Denim
  • Canvas

Professional Tips:

  • Start with the lowest temperature and increase if needed
  • Use a pressing cloth for delicate fabrics
  • Test temperature on a hidden area first
  • Allow iron to heat up completely before use

Avoid Zips and Buttons

Heat can have a very damaging effect on buttons, zips, sequins or any other additions to clothing. Be wary when ironing around these areas and try not to let the iron touch them.

Protecting Clothing Details

Button Protection:

  • Iron around buttons, not over them
  • Use a pressing cloth over button areas
  • Iron from the inside when possible
  • Be extra careful with plastic buttons

Zipper Care:

  • Never iron directly over zippers
  • Iron around zipper areas carefully
  • Use a pressing cloth for protection
  • Consider ironing from the inside

Decorative Elements:

  • Avoid sequins, beads, and embellishments
  • Use pressing cloth for embroidered areas
  • Be careful with appliqués and patches
  • Iron around decorative elements

Turn it Inside Out

Turning your clothes inside out will prevent getting any sheen on the fabric. This is particularly important for darker clothes, so be sure to turn them all inside out before putting them on the ironing board.

Benefits of Inside-Out Ironing

Prevents Shine:

  • Protects the outer surface of fabrics
  • Maintains the original appearance
  • Prevents heat damage to finishes
  • Preserves fabric texture

Better Results:

  • More even heat distribution
  • Better access to seams and creases
  • Easier to see what you're ironing
  • Reduces risk of fabric damage

Use Back and Forth Movements

It may take longer and require you to be delicate, but using back and forth movements with the iron is much better than circular movements, as this can actually stretch out the fabric. Different clothing items should also be tackled in different ways, so before starting, check the best way to iron different garments.

Proper Ironing Techniques

Back and Forth Motion:

  • Move iron in straight lines
  • Overlap each stroke slightly
  • Use steady, even pressure
  • Don't rush the process

Garment-Specific Techniques:

  • Shirts: Start with collar, then sleeves, then body
  • Trousers: Iron creases first, then smooth areas
  • Dresses: Work from top to bottom
  • Skirts: Iron in sections, following the grain

Hang it Up Afterwards

If your own ironing service works out great and all the clothes look fantastic, what's next? It's important to make sure clothes stay looking great and your hard work isn't ruined. For shirts and jumpers particularly, hang them up, aligning the shoulders neatly with the hanger. Be wary that any clothes you fold to put into a drawer may get creased again.

Proper Hanging Techniques

Shirt Hanging:

  • Use proper hangers with shoulder support
  • Align shoulders with hanger edges
  • Button the top button to maintain shape
  • Hang immediately after ironing

Trouser Hanging:

  • Use trouser hangers with clips
  • Hang by the waistband
  • Smooth out any remaining creases
  • Allow to cool before storing

Storage Tips:

  • Hang items in a well-ventilated area
  • Don't overcrowd the wardrobe
  • Use proper hangers for each garment type
  • Consider garment bags for special items

Not Feeling Confident? Consider Hiring an Ironing Service

Perhaps the thought of doing all the ironing for your mum is more appealing than actually doing it. If you're not confident you'll do a good job or don't have the time, why not hire ironing services in London? Organising an ironing service for your mum is a perfect treat and a great way for her to relax on Mother's Day. It also means you don't need to worry about doing any ironing yourself. What's not to like?!

Benefits of Professional Ironing Services

Expert Results:

  • Professional techniques and equipment
  • Perfect creases and finishes
  • Proper handling of all fabric types
  • Consistent, high-quality results

Time and Convenience:

  • Pick-up and delivery services
  • Flexible scheduling
  • No need to invest in equipment
  • Focus on spending time with mum

Peace of Mind:

  • Insured and bonded service
  • Experienced professionals
  • Quality guarantee
  • Professional care for delicate items

Additional Mother's Day Ideas

Thoughtful Gestures

Beyond Ironing:

  • Cook her favorite meal
  • Clean the house thoroughly
  • Organize family photos
  • Plan a special outing
  • Write a heartfelt letter

Quality Time Activities:

  • Watch her favorite movie together
  • Take a walk in her favorite place
  • Look through old photo albums
  • Share stories and memories
  • Simply spend time together

Professional Services for Mum

Complete Home Care:

  • Deep cleaning services
  • Laundry and ironing
  • Organization and decluttering
  • Special occasion preparation
  • Regular maintenance

St Anne's Housekeeping is an expert cleaning agency that offers ironing services in London and so much more. We provide top-quality services for Mother's Day and throughout the rest of the year. Contact us today to get a free quote for ironing services for Mother's Day.

Show your mum how much you care this Mother's Day with the gift of time and relaxation. Our professional ironing services ensure her clothes are perfectly pressed while she enjoys a well-deserved break.

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