Product Description
The Rowenta DX-8800 Professional iron provides a new level in professional ironing. The DX-8800 offers an extra long burst of professional steam, ideal for removing tough wrinkles and creases. The new AIR GLIDE soleplate has an advanced steam distribution pattern for easier, one pass ironing. The new soleplate technology pushes steam into fabric with more force for a longer more effective wrinkle removal. The full comfort handle, anti-slip rear and ergonomic buttons ensure a safe comfortable iron. German designed, quality and construction it has an extra large transparent water tank, 12.7 oz, which allows fewer refills and a clear view of your water level.Amazon.com Review
Serious quilters and sewing professionals know the benefits of having a high-quality iron, especially one with an extra-large water tank that needs refilling less often. Made in Germany with comfort and technology hand in hand, the Rowenta features a soft-grip handle, ideal for this large, heavier-weight iron; a transparent 12.7-ounce water tank with a sliding cover over the fill hole and anti-drip system; and a burst of steam that lasts longer and is forcibly shot into stubborn fabric wrinkles. The iron’s soleplate is polished stainless steel that will never chip or peel. Other functions include spray, variable steam, and steam-free ironing, as well as vertical ironing for drapes.
Safety is a high priority for Rowenta. This iron shuts off automatically under three different circumstances: after eight minutes of standing vertically without use, and after 30 seconds if left flat on the soleplate or if it has toppled over on its side. A lift or gentle shake reactivates the iron and a light comes on indicating the iron is in use. The iron also features a flexible cord mount for easy maneuverability and an anti-slip frame for stability. Rowenta covers the iron with a one-year warranty. –Ann Bieri
Rowenta DX-8800 1750-Watt Professional Iron
Popularity: 2% [?]
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:08 am
I have had two Rowenta irons. I bought the Rowenta because I used one in a quilting class & that Rowenta always seemed to work fine. So I bought what I thought was the best because I wanted a good quality product that would last a long time.
That’s where I made my first mistake. Good quality products stopped when American companies stopped making things in America. Circa World War II products & up to the 1970’s were made to last. Not anymore.
But back to the Rowenta. The first iron just didn’t seem to get hot so I exchanged it for another one. And this second one will shut off if I leave it or set it down even a few seconds. It shuts off, takes forever to heat up; I thought it was just a fluke, just me, I must be doing something wrong. But I have read reviews here on Amazon & on Joann’s and these Rowenta’s are full of errors. They don’t heat up, they shut off too fast, they catch on fire, and review after review said they leak.
I use my Rowenta for quilting, so I don’t use a lot of steam or water so I haven’t had that problem with leaking.
But the shutting off in the middle of a project ! ? This iron doesn’t work for quilters who need a hot iron for longer periods of time.
I have never had a product that performed so badly before, so I was sure I was doing something wrong.
But, put me in with all the other reviewers: This is a bad product.
Not made well; does not last.
I am going back to a basic, old fashion American made iron, one of those older antique irons that heat up and stay on forever. The kind that comes with a really nice big heavy cord, solid steel, & bakelite or heavy duty knobs .
This will be the last Rowenta I waste my money on.
The fact that they catch on fire, two reviewers said that, scares me.
To think I wasted so much money on this .. thing. Don’t buy this iron. Even the good reviews don’t balance out all the bad ones I have read.
Go back and buy American made pre – 1990’s stuff, before overseas manufacturers started making junk. Or at least really check out the reviews before you plunk your money down on anything.
Rating: 2 / 5
December 3rd, 2009 at 7:19 am
This is our second Rowenta Iron and is certainly a quality product. We are happy with it’s performance.
Rating: 5 / 5
December 3rd, 2009 at 10:16 am
This has to be the best iron for me there could be. I like everything about it. Now my ironing board is not good enough.
Rating: 5 / 5
December 3rd, 2009 at 1:04 pm
Love this iron! This is our second purchase of Rowenta for the past ten years…couldn’t be happier. Husband’s slacks look beautiful each and every time!
Rating: 5 / 5
December 3rd, 2009 at 3:50 pm
I bought this iron less than a year ago and I am having the same problems with water leaking and the iron turning off all the time. Well I am so disappointed that I am not sure I would buy another. I also contacted the company and they told me to send it to a repair center. After reading all the other reviews – I think it might be better to cut my losses and just buy another brand – and not a Rowenta.
Rating: 1 / 5