Sunbeam SB20 Classic Garment Steamer

A moonshine still is more likely to win plaudits for sleekness of design than the Sunbeam SB20, but while its form may not follow function, it mostly does the job. I turned to travel-size garment steamers years ago because I resented the fuss and bother of wielding what felt like a a heated anvil over a clumsy ironing board; but while their compactness and light weight were a plus, travel steamers were slow, and the results were uneven. This product converts water into steam quickly; the nozzle is lightweight and maneuverable; the hose is well-insulated and has adequate length of travel. Taking the wrinkles out of garments seems much less of a nuisance to me with the Sunbeam. As to demerits -- although the machine has wheels and isn't especially heavy, it can be just as awkward to move as it is awkward to look at. And because it is powerful (i.e., hot), it can pose a danger to the unwary. For example, holding a shirt cuff at the end or by the vent while you steam it can lead to a serious burn. On the whole (and speaking just for myself), the lessening of drudgery afforded by this product outweighs the disadvantages discussed above.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Black and white are pretty much black and white.
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. The product is made with quality materials.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? The description was accurate.

Steamer arrived quickly and was very easy to assemble. I had purchased it for drapes and although it worked well, it didn't reach high enough to be able to do the drapes while they were hanging. I guess that's not the steamer's fault, I should have realized. I ended up getting the old iron and ironing board out which actually worked faster and gave a crisper result. For clothing, it works as advertised.

The steamer is a steamer - it does drip water when I use it which is annoying. It doesn't take long to heat up. The issue i have is that you cannot use it say on an ironing board or for curtains because when you lower the hand held device it drips water and stops working. I purchased to steam curtains and give clothes a freshened appearance and it works fine on clothes.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? same
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. average
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? matches