One of the principles of medical institutions is cleanliness and neatness in all areas. And the appearance of employees is no exception. And how could it be otherwise if we trust these people with our main asset - health. After all, an unkempt appearance can repel the patient and cast doubt on the professionalism of the doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is very important for them to be able to properly iron their workwear: a robe.
Ironing medical gowns
No matter how it may seem at first glance, ironing is not such a simple task. And to achieve a good result, you need to know and follow some of the subtleties of this process.
What you need for ironing
The first thing you need to do is choose the right tools:
- Ironing board. If it is not there, any flat surface covered with thick fabric will do;
- Iron with steamer. If you are using the simplest model, you can use a spray bottle to moisten the fabric.
Before use, make sure that the devices are in working order and that the surfaces that will come into contact with clothing are clean. Check if water is leaking from the steam generator.
Basic rules for proper ironing
There is a certain procedure for ironing a medical gown:
- First, smooth out the small elements properly; collar, cuffs, pocket flaps and sleeves;
- Iron the back of the garment;
- Iron the front.
Important! If some elements of this item are made of a material different from the main one, for example, a cotton base and silk inserts, then these elements are ironed first. Moreover, this is best done using clean gauze.
What difficulties are encountered in the process?
The main difficulty occurs when trying to smooth the sleeves without creating arrows. To avoid this, fold this part so that the seams are located in the center. In addition, people often complain about the fabric not smoothing out well. The solution to this problem is simple - iron the clothes without waiting for them to dry completely, or moisten the fabric before the process.
The most common process errors
One of the most common mistakes that lead to disastrous results is the incorrect choice of heating the iron. If you find it difficult to remember the temperature recommended by the manufacturer, simply save the label and refer to the information as needed.
Another problem occurs when the robe is ironed on the front side. And as a result, the thing begins to shine and looks greasy. To avoid this, just iron it from the inside out.
If you do not want stains to remain on your workwear after using the steam generator, pour only boiled water into it.
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