Russell Hobbs 22861 Colour Control Ultra Steam Iron Reviews

The Russell Hobbs Colour Control Iron is a high output, variable steam, self-cleaning iron with a colour changing digital temperature indicator. It changes its colour depending on your temperature selection, making it easy to switch to your desired temperature. It has a ceramic non-stick soleplate for a smooth glide, self-cleaning functionality to prevent the build up of limescale and an anti-drip design to prevent water marks.

One feature we particularly like is its variable steam function. It allows you to adjust the humidity, direction and steam intensity, giving you more control over ironing your washing. You can therefore be extra careful on delicate fabrics such as silk, and give a more intense blast of steam to thicker items such as denim. There's also a water spray feature to help tackle the tougher fabrics.

About Russell Hobbs

Russell Hobbs are an iconic name of household appliances. Founded in Britain in 1952, they've since taken on the world with their large product range. Their products include microwaves, toasters, kettles, slow cookers, rice cookers, coffee machines, vacuum cleaners, irons, steam generator irons, and much more.

Specification

Let's take a look at the features in more detail:

• Digital Temperature Indicator - As mentioned in the name, the iron indicates its temperature by changing colour. You can therefore more easily associate the colours with what you're ironing, making it easier to switch temperatures.
• Soleplate - The soleplate is made from ceramic. It's a non-sticking material which results in a smooth glide over all sorts of fabrics.
• Output - The standard continuous steam output is 50g per minute. For tougher creases, the steam shot function provides a 140g per minute boost. The iron can also output a water spray for even tougher creases.
• Variable Steam - The iron has a function to allow the humidity, direction and steam power to be adjusted as needed.
• Large Water Tank - The capacity of the water tank is a large 380ml. The iron comes with a filling jug for a mess-free refill.
• Automatic Shut Off - The iron will automatically switch itself off if it's left idle, or if it's knocked over.
• Self-Cleaning - The iron is self-cleaning. It's particularly effective at preventing limescale built up, therefore making the iron's operational lifespan longer.
• Anti-Drip - To tackle marks caused from dripping water, the Colour Control Iron has an anti-drip design.
• Power Cable - The power cable is 3 metres long.

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Summary

The Russell Hobbs Colour Control Iron is up to standard. Its digital temperature indicator is very handy indeed, allowing you to switch between temperature settings quickly and efficiently. The steam output is strong, and the boost even better. The fact that the iron has an anti-drip design and limescale protection through the use of a self-cleaning function increases its appeal. We rate the Russell Hobbs Colour Control Iron 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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