You've Probably Been Using Your Iron Wrong All Along

Ironing seems like a straightforward task but sometimes it can be a bit annoying. For example, have you ever found yourself dodging shirt buttons while ironing and wishing someone found a way to make this easier? Well, turns out that they have, and you've probably been using your iron wrong all along. If you've ever looked at the bottom of an iron, you might have noticed there's a groove around the edges. This small groove actually serves a useful purpose: It's to help you iron under and around buttons while ensuring they don't melt. It's such a simple trick that can make all the difference in your daily chores. 

You might feel a bit silly for not paying attention to this groove before, but don't worry. One reddit poll found that most respondents weren't even aware there was a groove to begin with (via Reddit). Now that you're in the know, you can combine this trick with a simple DIY starch spray made from pantry essentials and easily get perfect, crisp shirts . 

You can use the groove for other things, too

In addition to providing a protective haven for your buttons, you can also use this groove to make ironing your shirt collars easier. Simply place the edge of the collar in the groove and run it along the edge. You won't be able to fit the entire collar into that gap, but it's still another handy trick. Before you try either of these techniques, though, make sure the groove is clean. Otherwise, it could leave a mark on your clothes. And if you're now thinking, "Oh, your iron needs to be cleaned?" Don't worry — you're not alone on that either. Luckily, cleaning your iron isn't hard.

Once that's done, you can get to testing out these new tricks. And if you want to make your new wrinkle-free clothes really special, consider trying this ironing hack to give your clothes a fresh-scent boost.

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