View Full Version : Edgebanding iron for dents
Mark Gibney
08-21-2023, 10:27 PM
Anyone use an edgebanding iron to iron out dents?
They seem a more usable size to me than a full sized clothes iron, but I'd like to get opinions and feedback on that.
Also, some of them have digital controls - I'd prefer something simpler that might be less prone to failing.
Here are two screenshots of what I'm talking about -
506409 506410
Brand recommendations would be great too.
thanks, Mark
Steve Jenkins
08-21-2023, 11:38 PM
Use it with a wet cloth. If it will make the cloth steam it will be fine
Mark Gibney
08-21-2023, 11:57 PM
Yes I always use an iron with a wet cloth. My question is whether anyone uses one of these small edgebanding irons for removing dents, and is there a brand they prefer.
George Yetka
08-22-2023, 8:24 AM
Mark the one on the left is sold with many different names on it. I bought it with the name O'Skoole
-Precise thermostatic control to provide 100°C - 200°C(±10°C) / 212°F - 392°F(±18°F), LCD screen shows accurate current temperature.
I dont know about dents but works well enough for iron on edge banding
Kevin Jenness
08-22-2023, 8:54 AM
Irons speed up the process, but you can raise dents equally well with room temperature water. If you're in a hurry, dry the wood with a heat gun or blow dryer.
Mark Gibney
08-22-2023, 8:55 AM
Thanks George, those temperatures look like they'll work for steaming out dents.
John TenEyck
08-22-2023, 10:30 AM
Unless you need it for edge banding work, an old household iron works just fine. If you don't have one you can get one at Goodwill for a few $'s.
John
Cary Falk
08-23-2023, 2:03 AM
I use a old Woodburn ao a sodering iron with a wide bladed tip.
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