There are multiple effective ways to get wrinkles out of clothes, both with and without an iron. Here are some proven methods:
Without an Iron
- Use a Hairdryer and Damp Cloth: Dampen a clean cloth and place it over the wrinkled area. Use a hairdryer on medium heat, holding it a few inches away and moving it back and forth over the cloth until wrinkles relax. Then smooth out with your hands
- Toss in Dryer with Ice Cubes or Damp Cloth: Put the wrinkled clothes in the dryer with a few ice cubes or a damp washcloth on low or medium heat for 5-10 minutes. The steam generated helps release wrinkles
- Steam in Bathroom: Hang the garment in the bathroom while taking a hot shower. The steam loosens fabric fibers and reduces wrinkles after about 15 minutes
- Spray with Water or Wrinkle Release Spray: Lightly mist clothes with water or a commercial wrinkle release spray, then smooth out wrinkles by hand and let air dry
- Use a Hot Pot: Boil water in a pot, pour it out, and use the hot bottom of the pot like an iron to press out wrinkles. Avoid plastic parts
- Use a Hair Straightener for Small Areas: For collars or small wrinkles, a hair straightener on low heat can work as a quick fix
- DIY Vinegar Spray: Mix one part vinegar with three parts water in a spray bottle, mist the garment, and let it air dry to reduce wrinkles
With an Iron
- Set the iron to the appropriate heat for the fabric type.
- Lay the garment flat, lightly spray with water if needed, and iron in smooth strokes.
- Hang or fold immediately to prevent new wrinkles
These methods provide quick and convenient options to remove wrinkles without needing a traditional iron, making them useful for travel or last-minute fixes. For stubborn wrinkles, combining steam and manual smoothing tends to be very effective
