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Do not iron
ISO and US
Ironing

Do not iron symbol

No ironing and no steaming.

What to do
Hang it in the bathroom after a shower – the humidity relaxes creases; or take it out of the machine at once and smooth it by hand.
Avoid
Prints, sequins and plastic trims melt.
Where you see it
Prints, sequins, faux leather, some synthetics
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What to set on the machine

Iron
do not iron

Don't mix it up with

Do not steamOnly the steam is crossed – dry ironing is fine.

Other ironing symbols

Iron on high (up to 200 °C)Linen, cottonIron on medium (up to 150 °C)Wool, polyester, silk, viscoseIron on low (up to 110 °C)Acrylic, nylon, acetate, elastaneIron, any temperatureCotton (US labels)USDo not steamVelvet, some silks, faux leatherUS
Questions and answers

Frequently asked

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Pick all its symbols and get the washer, dryer and iron settings in one place.

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01What does the do not iron symbol mean?

No ironing and no steaming.

02What should I do with the garment?

Hang it in the bathroom after a shower – the humidity relaxes creases; or take it out of the machine at once and smooth it by hand.

03What is the most common mistake?

Prints, sequins and plastic trims melt.

04What if my iron has no dots?

1 dot ≈ 110 °C (synthetics), 2 ≈ 150 °C (wool, silk), 3 ≈ 200 °C (cotton, linen). Use the fabric names on the dial.

How to wash: fabric guides

All symbols →
How to wash cashmereHow to wash woolHow to wash silkHow to wash a puffer jacketHow to wash a hatHow to wash white clothesHow to wash sneakersHow to wash jeansHow to wash linenHow to clean a leather jacketHow to wash brasHow to wash polyester

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