Today many fabrics have a variety of anti-wrinkle, but common pants materials such as wool, denim, and cotton still need to be ironed so that they are neat and not wrinkled. The trick, use the right heat setting on the iron. Start by ironing the pockets and waist of the pants, then smooth the leg of the pants. If you need to make or repair a trouser fold, fold and iron the pants on both sides. If so, hang or fold the jeans before storing them.
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Part 1 of 3: Preparing the Surface and Ironing
Step 1. Check the label of the pants to make sure they can be ironed
Trouser washing instruction labels are usually attached to the fabric of your pants. If the pants are not allowed to be ironed, the warning usually includes a washing instruction label. The label also describes the heat setting that should be used when ironing pants.
For example, you can iron pants made of cotton, corduroy, denim, linen, nylon, polyester, or wool
Step 2. Use an ironing board for best results
While you can iron on any flat surface, an ironing board will make it easier for you to get rid of the wrinkles in your pants. Adjust the height of the ironing board and make sure the legs are locked before starting ironing.
- For example, you can tuck a trouser leg around the narrow end of an ironing board to get rid of stubborn wrinkles.
- You can also use a table with a fireproof cloth if you don't have an ironing board.
Step 3. Fill the steam compartment in the iron with fresh water
Most irons have a small water tank on the back. Look for the plastic compartment towards the top of the iron, then fill it with tap water up to the water level mark.
The water will turn to steam as you iron which helps get rid of wrinkles and creases
Step 4. Select the desired setting
Usually, the heat of the iron needs to be adjusted based on the material of the pants. Turn on the iron, then adjust the dial or temperature indicator to suit your needs.
- For example, wool pants should be ironed on a lower heat than cotton pants.
- Denim pants require high heat and steam suits.
Part 2 of 3: Getting Rid of Wrinkles and Folds
Step 1. Start by ironing the bag to prevent further wrinkling
If your trouser pockets are wrinkled and ironed, you're only creating more wrinkles. To prevent this, pop the trouser pocket, and press it with an iron. Do this on the front and back pockets.
This trick will make it easier for you to iron your pants
Step 2. Smooth the waist and top of the pants
Put the iron on the waist of the pants, let stand for 2-5 seconds. Then, lift the iron instead of rubbing it up. This step helps the pants stay flat. When the waist is wrinkle-free, you can put the pocket back into the pants.
Iron the front and back of the pants
Step 3. Extend the pants to the length of the ironing board to iron the legs of the pants
Slide the iron back and forth along one trouser leg at a time, starting from the hem to the bottom. Keep moving the iron down the trouser leg until there are no more creases and wrinkles. Trousers should be parallel to the ironing board as you work, and both pant legs facing the same direction.
Don't forget to iron the front and back of the pants
Step 4. Fold the pants in the crease for easy ironing
Many classic fabric pants have a crease in the middle of the leg. To create or follow an existing crease, spread 1 trouser leg on an ironing board so that the seam sections of the joint overlap each other. Press the iron on the top and bottom of the pants, then fill the space by pressing the remaining crease between the 2 iron points.
- Make sure the joints are aligned when ironing for smooth, straight folds.
- The crease should stop at the base of the front pocket of the pants.
Part 3 of 3: Hanging or Folding Pants
Step 1. Let the pants cool for 2-5 minutes
Before you hang or fold your pants, let them sit on the ironing board for a while until they are cool enough to touch. If your clothes are folded before they cool down, you can add unnecessary wrinkles and creases.
Step 2. Hang the pants to keep them wrinkle-free
If you have a trouser hanger, simply attach the clips at both ends to the waistband. If you have a clothes hanger, fold the pants in half, then hang the bottom of the hanger, and hang the hanger in the closet.
- If the pants have creases, fold them accordingly.
- If the pants don't have pleats, you can fold them in half the length of the leg.
Step 3. Fold the pants and store them in the closet
In order to ensure that it will not wrinkle, the pants should be hung in the closet. However, you can also fold your pants and store them elsewhere. Meet the hem of the pants with the waist so that the pants are folded in half. Then, store it in the cupboard.
