The Executive’s Guide to Professional Shirt Ironing

For busy professionals, maintaining a sharp, polished appearance in the workplace is entirely non-negotiable. However, achieving that impeccable standard at the end of a domestic ironing board is both exhausting and time-consuming. If the thought of picking up an iron and making sure your suits and jackets are crease free sounds like a nightmare to you, you are at the right place. In this executive guide, we will help you understand how a professional shirt ironing service can make your life hassle and stress free.

The hidden cost of doing it yourself:

When most people contemplate outsourcing their ironing, they think of it as quite an expensive service. However, there are many hidden costs of doing it yourself. In the UK, irons are considered to be a big contributor to the household electricity bill. The cost of ironing at home goes beyond monetary value though. The biggest cost associated with ironing at home is your precious time. As a business professional who works long hours and spends time away from family, you want to utilise those 2-3 hours each week pursuing a hobby, bonding with family or just resting.

Professionals achieve a flawless finish:

If you have been admiring your colleague’s crisp business shirts and immaculate appearance, he probably has not been slaving over his clothes on a flimsy ironing board. To achieve a truly polished look, you need the right techniques and the right tools.

At professional ironing companies like Gold Dry Cleaners, your shirts are pressed on a special cuff and collar machine. After they have been perfected, the body of the garments is pressed on a dedicated steam presser with special contours for trousers and jackets. The process is significantly different from using an iron at home. The following steps are usually followed:

• The heat softens the fibres of the fabric to allow perfect creases to be created.
• The moisture from the steam makes the garment pliable.
• The pressure which is applied helps mould the garment to the correct shape and the creases and pleats are set.

The final step is hand touching to ensure any imperfections are removed and your crease free workwear is ready for your next business meeting.

Common Ironing Mistakes:

Ironing is not only a cumbersome chore but a small mistake can damage your garment permanently. Some clothes have to be turned inside out before pressing them otherwise, due to compression of the fabric’s fibres a shiny patch appears on the surface. It stands out from the rest of the material making the garment look unsightly. Professionals know the correct temperature for each type of fabric and also use pressing cloth as a barrier to prevent these shiny marks.

Heavy fabrics, pleats, and complex tailored cuts present their own unique challenges. If you have ever struggled with how to remove stubborn creases from work trousers, you will know how frustrating it is to iron in "double creases" by mistake. Professionals utilise tensioning equipment and steam blasts to drop wrinkles out of the legs naturally, before setting a single, razor-sharp front pleat.

To prevent damage to your workwear, use Gold Dry Cleaners professional shirt ironing services.

For crisp business shirts and crease free workwear that helps you be your most confident self, choose an expert. Elevate the look of your smart clothes and keep using them for years to come. Drop off your shirts at our Old Brompton Road location or use the mobile app to schedule your collection today!