>.What's so special about "ROWENTA" (sp?) irons? Why are some >.irons > listed as
> >."professional"? what more do I need other than heat and steam?
> I have never used a Rowenta but I have used a Passap Top Jet Vario and
> several professional irons. The main differnce is that the professional
> irons have a heavy duty element. They are designed to be left on and used
> over 8 hours a day. Also, professional irons are able to produce high
> volumes of steam at lower temperatures. It is the steam that makes the
> difference in your pressing. With the lower temperature and high steam
> you can press wool without shining and flaten seams and edges in delecate
> fabrics such as silk and rayon. Once you have used a good iron you can't
> go back. After sewing with one at work I had to buy one for home. > Matt