Philips GC8261

The Philips GC8261 Steam Generator Iron is a fine product from the stables of electronic giant, Philips. Ironing a bulk in a moment is possible through this standard product. This steam generator model has been launched with the goal of making steam ironing much more efficient with a promise of cutting ironing time. Ironing is less of a chore with its well built body and ergonomic functions. It lets you iron by generating large amount of steam in one go. Its large 1.4 l water tank enables you to pursue hour's worth of ironing characterized by variable and constant steam along with vertical steaming. This model was the winner of Best steam Generator 2007.

The Philips GC8261 is a pressurized ironing system that, apart from being powerful and compact, produces non-stop steam for hours on end. Its large 1.4 l tank ensures that you don't run out of water quickly. The water tank is detachable can be refilled immediately. Considering it is a bigger model than a regular iron, surprisingly, the foot space occupies just the size of an A4 paper so it can easily fit into any ironing board. On a scale of 2-5, the steam power rests on a 5 bar which is why it penetrates deep into the fibers of the clothes. It has a continuous steam rate of 120 gm per minute. It has a special Careeza ceramic soleplate that makes the iron glide over creases as well as superior scratch resistance. Its steam tip boost is up to 150 gm per minute. All this and more gives your ironing a fast and professional result.

The steam ready control takes just 2 minutes. The large sole-plate ensures that all creases are flattened in no time. The steam lock feature produces a continuous flow of steam. The control panel is digital. Philips GC8261 also comes with a hose and cord storage. Its variable steam pressure has 4 settings for steam for ironing on different fabrics. The see through water tank allows better visibility to keep track of the water level. Philips has added rubber feet in order to prevent the iron from slipping. It has an easy Calc cleansing system with simply rinsing the boiler after every tenth time of its use. The anticorrosion stainless steel boiler ensures long life to the product.

The iron has unrivalled ability to glide due to the range of features to ensure it. The comfort handle gives the iron a better grip. Its 2.5 long cord keeps the cord away from the garment or disturbing the hands. The ceramic soleplate offers you hassle free cleaning process. The extra steam generated at the tip of the soleplate enables you to the iron the most difficult to access areas with ease. There is no problem in the option to dry iron. The mega shot steam produced at 5 bar pressure gets the wrinkles out of hard to iron garments like jeans and cotton duvets without any hitch. The detachable water tank ensures that you don't have carry the Philips GC8261 to the sink for refill or to empty. The makers recommend using a mesh ironing board as because of the continuous steam output, water may accumulate on a wooden ironing board. You are also recommended to get an extended cover on it. This efficient steam generating iron doesn't tire you even after 2 hours of ironing because of its smooth ironing system.

Philips has been brand leaders when it comes to electronic and consumer goods. Each of their products have met with tremendous success as well as accepted all over the world. The company has given the consumers, products that come replete with the latest in technology and the user-friendly in practical terms. Their slogan-Sense and Sensibility-sums this up brilliantly. The credibility that the brand has in the market is on strong pillars because of its consistent excellent performance and the Philips GC8261 carries forward this cherished tradition.