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Brown marks from an iron have several causes — each with a specific fix. Here's how to diagnose and solve the problem.

Brown marks from an iron have several causes — each with a specific fix. Here's how to diagnose and solve the problem.

White vinegar is the best natural solution for mineral deposits on the soleplate and scale inside steam vents. Here's the complete method.

White vinegar is the best natural solution for mineral deposits on the soleplate and scale inside steam vents. Here's the complete method.

Baking soda removes iron soleplate buildup gently and effectively. Here's the step-by-step method for a clean, smooth iron.

Baking soda removes iron soleplate buildup gently and effectively. Here's the step-by-step method for a clean, smooth iron.

A dirty soleplate ruins clothes. Here's how to clean every type of iron soleplate — nonstick, stainless steel, and ceramic — using multiple methods.

A dirty soleplate ruins clothes. Here's how to clean every type of iron soleplate — nonstick, stainless steel, and ceramic — using multiple methods.

Care label iron symbols tell you exactly how to iron each garment. Here's what every symbol means.

Care label iron symbols tell you exactly how to iron each garment. Here's what every symbol means.

Using the wrong iron temperature damages fabric. Here's the correct setting for every fabric type, from coolest to hottest.

Using the wrong iron temperature damages fabric. Here's the correct setting for every fabric type, from coolest to hottest.