Every time the washing machine finishes, the lurking moment arrives: ironing the laundry. While not the most enjoyable chore, most people agree that a wrinkled shirt is hard to wear, and this task remains necessary despite the effort involved.
The Organization of Consumers and Users (OCU) observed the growing interest in a quick solution and took notice. Testing an increasingly popular alternative: easy ironing sprays. Numerous social videos show garments becoming smooth simply by applying these sprays and tugging the fabric with hands, so the OCU decided to verify these claims firsthand.
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How to use easy ironing sprays?
These sprays can be used on both dry and damp clothes. On dry items, once a garment is picked from the usually tall pile of crumpled laundry, it should be laid out on a flat surface. The spray bottle is held upright about 20 centimeters from the fabric, and the product is sprayed evenly across the surface. The fabric can then be straightened by gently pulling and smoothing with the hands.
If the spray is used on damp laundry, apply it to the freshly washed garments and proceed in the same manner. After spraying, hang the clothes as directed by the product instructions and allow them to air dry.
Do easy iron sprays really work?
OCU confirmed the effectiveness of two widely available sprayers found in supermarkets: Bosque Verde Easy Iron, a product from Mercadona, and Consume Easy Iron.
The test focused on dry clothes, smoothing by hand after application, and the results were favorable for those seeking a quick fix. The sprays were reported to reduce wrinkles and soften various fabrics, even after days stored in a pile. The organization recorded the process on video to provide a clear demonstration, which viewers can watch for reference [OCU demonstration].
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OCU notes that the sprays can serve as a complement to traditional ironing. After testing the steam iron in conjunction with the spray, clothes appeared smoother and softer to the touch compared to using a single method. It is important to recognize that effectiveness may vary depending on fabric type [OCU testing notes].
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OCU’s overall takeaway is that quick-iron sprays offer a solid option when a 15-minute window exists before commitments and there is a need to wear a shirt from the wrinkled mountain. When paired with a steam iron, garments tend to look better and feel softer, making this housework feel somewhat more rewarding.
For traditionalists who remain skeptical of quick-iron sprays, OCU has also conducted a comparison of the advantages and drawbacks of different irons, which is summarized in a separate analysis [OCU comparison summary].