Steam Irons & Garment Steamers - Achieve crisp, clean and crinkle-free clothing with the right iron or garment steamer from Target Australia. These handy tools transform your daily routine, giving your look a polished, professional edge with ease. Whether you're after a steam iron to keep clothes crisp and neat or a garment steamer for quick, gentle touch-ups, our curated collection of irons and garment steamers has an appliance to suit your needs this season. From weekly laundry days to last-minute refreshes before heading out, there's an option here for every wardrobe and routine.
Steam Irons & Cordless Irons
Cut down the time spent on chores and get the job done quicker with the right iron from Target Australia. A classic choice for precision and sharp creases, our irons balance modern design with practical technology. A steam iron with adjustable heat settings, steam bursts and a non-stick plate glides smoothly for a polished look on everything from cotton
shirts to linen
dresses, tailored
trousers or even silk
pillowcases. Prefer to skip the cord? A cordless iron lets you move freely around the board and set things down safely between passes, while a dependable clothes iron handles the everyday basics with fuss-free, consistent results.
Garment Steamers & Handheld Clothes Steamers
A versatile addition to any appliance line-up, the garment steamer is a must-have for busy lifestyles and those always on the go. Lightweight and portable, a handheld garment steamer is ideal for delicate fabrics and quick touch-ups, lifting wrinkles from tricky materials like silk, chiffon and linen without the risk of burning or scorching. A clothes steamer works vertically too, so you can refresh a hanging outfit in minutes without setting up an ironing board. Beyond the wardrobe, steamers are handy around the home for freshening curtains, bedding, upholstery and even soft toys, keeping your whole space looking its best.
Ironing Boards & Steaming Accessories
Round out your setup with the right supports. A sturdy ironing board gives you a stable, heat-friendly surface for sharper, more even results and compact foldable designs tuck away easily when space is tight. Steaming boards, gloves and covers make handheld steaming safer and more precise, protecting your hands as you work around collars, cuffs and pleats. Together, these finishing touches take the effort out of ironing and steaming, so getting ready is quicker and more comfortable.
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Iron & Garment Steamer FAQs
Is an iron or a garment steamer better for delicate fabrics?
For delicate materials like silk, chiffon and fine knits, a garment steamer is usually the gentler choice. It relaxes wrinkles with steam alone, without pressing a hot plate directly onto the fabric, which lowers the risk of scorching or leaving shine marks. An iron still wins when you want sharp, structured creases on sturdier fabrics like cotton and linen.
Do you need to use distilled water in a steam iron?
Whether you use distilled water in your steam iron will depend on your household water system. In hard-water areas, minerals can build up inside a steam iron over time and clog the steam vents, so distilled or filtered water helps it last longer. If your water is soft, regular tap water is usually fine. Either way, emptying the tank after each use keeps things running smoothly.
Are cordless irons as powerful as corded ones?
Cordless irons have come a long way, though there's a small trade-off. They heat on a charging base and gradually cool as you iron, so they're designed to be lifted back onto the dock between passes to top up the heat. For freedom of movement and smaller loads they're brilliant, while a corded iron holds a steadier temperature for long ironing sessions.
Can a handheld garment steamer replace an iron completely?
Not entirely, and it comes down to the finish you want. A handheld garment steamer is excellent for smoothing and refreshing clothes quickly, but it won't produce the crisp, pressed creases an iron gives you on a shirt collar or trouser line. Many people keep both: a steamer for fast touch-ups and an iron for a formal, tailored look.
How do you keep an iron gliding smoothly?
A clean soleplate makes all the difference. Wipe it down once it's cool to remove any residue, avoid ironing over zips or studs that can scratch it, and use the right heat setting for each fabric so nothing melts onto the plate. Storing the iron upright and empty also helps it stay in good shape between uses.
