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Dry iron vs steam iron - experts explain the differences and benefits of each?

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Love it or hate it, ironing is an essential chore that we need to get through, and having the best iron for the job will make banishing creases feel easy. Dry and steam are the two most commonly used irons, but you might be wondering what the difference is - and which you should purchase.

The best steam irons will let you power through your ironing pile, but how do dry irons stand up in comparison? Knowing the key differences between a dry iron vs steam iron will ensure you pick the one that is best suited to your needs.

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