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knitgal · 08-13-2009, 08:25 PM

I work in clothing, so I know a few things about steamers. Whatever you do, DO NOT buy the Tobi steamer. It is such a rip off. My FIL has this one and it sucks compared to a professional steamer. The one we use at work is a Kobe steamer. It's a professional steamer and I have seen it priced at around $169 Canadian. I looked it up online and didn't find out much about the Kobe (like where to purchase it etc.) I think as long as you spend enough to get decent quality, you will be okay.

One major piece of advice- Only use distilled water in your steamer. If you use tap water it will get so clogged with calcium and it won't last. Using only distilled water should ensure a long life for your steamer.

08-13-2009, 08:25 PM	#4
knitgal Working the Gusset Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,710 Thanks: 1,249 Thanked 987 Times in 655 Posts	I work in clothing, so I know a few things about steamers. Whatever you do, DO NOT buy the Tobi steamer. It is such a rip off. My FIL has this one and it sucks compared to a professional steamer. The one we use at work is a Kobe steamer. It's a professional steamer and I have seen it priced at around $169 Canadian. I looked it up online and didn't find out much about the Kobe (like where to purchase it etc.) I think as long as you spend enough to get decent quality, you will be okay. One major piece of advice- Only use distilled water in your steamer. If you use tap water it will get so clogged with calcium and it won't last. Using only distilled water should ensure a long life for your steamer. __________________ Ann OTN: Corona, Miter square blanket, Charity blankets FO: Forest Canopy Shawl, Easy Baby Bootees, Kitty Pi, Ms. Marigold, Twinkle Toes, Josh's socks, Hedera socks, Spring Beret, Ashley's Birthday socks, Socks for the DBF's mom, grey socks for the DBF, my first socks, reversible cable scarf, ribbed hat for the BF, Manos Del Uruguay afghan, and a whole bunch of dishcloths!