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Tefal Pro Style Care Garment Steamer
IT8490
$249
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Product Overview
Key Features
- 1.3 Litre water capacity, 42g/min steam output
- 5 Steam settings on handle, XL Delta Steam Head
- 45 second heat up, Steam and Press vertical support
- Removable water tank, anti scale draining system
- Accessories: fabric brush, pant clips, lint remover, glove
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Tefal
- Model Number:
- IT8490
- Max Steam Output (g/pm):
- 42
- Safety:
- Auto Shut Off
Capacity
- Capacity (L):
- 1.3
Power & Charging
- Power (W):
- 2000
General Information
- Type:
- Garment Steamer
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- 5 Steam settings on the handle, Steam and Press vertical support system, XL Delta Steam Head with optimal steam diffusion for quick results and a special design for hard to reach places, 45 Second heat up time, Refreshes and sanitises, Fixed integrated ha
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Capacity
- Capacity (L):
- 1.3
General Information
- Type:
- Garment Steamer
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- 5 Steam settings on the handle, Steam and Press vertical support system, XL Delta Steam Head with optimal steam diffusion for quick results and a special design for hard to reach places, 45 Second heat up time, Refreshes and sanitises, Fixed integrated ha
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 448
- Box Width (mm):
- 315
- Box Depth (mm):
- 491
- Box Weight (kg):
- 8
Product Reviews of Tefal Pro Style Care Garment Steamer
Overall Rating Snapshot
2 out of 5 stars from 1 review
Water leakage
Water leaking from assembly and cord is small
Jag
Confirmed purchase 15 September 2024
Published on 9 October 2024
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At a glance
The Tefal Pro Style Care Garment Steamer is an upright steamer for home users who want quicker, easier de-wrinkling without setting up a full ironing board. It suits busy households, workwear touch-ups and delicate garments, with strong continuous steam, fast 45-second heat-up and simple handle controls. Its main limitation is that it is less compact and less travel-friendly than smaller handheld steamers.
What it’s great for
- Daily garment de-wrinkling
- Workwear touch-ups
- Delicate fabric steaming
- Quick outfit refreshes
- Home garment care
Where it works best
- Laundry room
- Bedroom
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Apartment
- Family home
Who it’s for
- Busy professional
- Style-conscious home user
- Family household
- Uniform wearer
- Delicate-fabric owner
Things to consider
Compared with premium all-in-one garment care systems, it focuses on vertical steaming rather than offering a full ironing-style setup or a highly compact footprint.
Travel friendliness
Low - upright floor-standing design is better suited to home use than packing or portable travel use.
Allergy friendliness
5/10 - steam can help freshen fabrics, but no allergen-specific or sanitisation performance is stated.
Quick refresh suitability
9/10 - 45-second heat-up and continuous steam output make it well suited to fast wardrobe touch-ups.
Ease of use rating
8/10 - one-handed vertical support, handle controls and a removable tank make routine steaming straightforward.
Noise level vs category average
About average - no low-noise claim is stated, and performance-focused upright steamers typically produce standard operating noise.
Key benefits
- 2000W power: delivers strong steam performance for faster wrinkle removal on everyday garments.
- Up to 42 g/min continuous steam: provides steady output that helps smooth creases more effectively across larger clothing items.
- 45-second heat-up time: gets you ready to steam quickly when you need a fast clothing refresh.
- 1.3 L removable water tank: supports longer steaming sessions with fewer interruptions for refills.
- Five steam settings on the handle: makes it easier to match steam output to different fabric types.
- XL Delta Steam Head: covers fabric efficiently for quicker passes while still reaching tighter areas.
- Steam & Press vertical support system: enables easier one-handed steaming for better control while garments stay supported.
- Auto shut-off and descaling function: adds peace of mind and helps support ongoing maintenance.
Q: How long can the Tefal IT8490 steam before the water tank needs refilling?
A: With its 1.3L removable tank, the IT8490 typically provides about 30 minutes of steaming when used near its 42 g/min maximum continuous output. Actual runtime varies by steam setting, so lower settings can extend the time between refills.
Q: Can the Tefal Pro Style Care IT8490 replace an iron for all garments?
A: No. The patented Steam & Press support helps with one-handed wrinkle removal and makes upright steaming easier, but a garment steamer is generally better for smoothing than creating sharp shirt creases or a heavily pressed finish.
Q: Is the Tefal IT8490 suitable for both delicate fabrics and thicker clothing?
A: Yes. The five steam settings make it more adaptable across fabric types, from lighter garments to heavier everyday items. Start on a lower setting for delicate pieces and follow the garment care label before increasing steam output.
Q: How well does the Tefal IT8490 handle larger items like jackets or long dresses?
A: It is designed for larger hanging garments because the upright format, 42 g/min continuous steam and vertical support system reduce the need to reposition fabric. It is better for de-wrinkling than for producing crisp tailored press lines.
Q: What does the XL Delta steam head change in everyday use on the IT8490?
A: The XL Delta steam head is shaped to cover broader sections quickly while still reaching narrower areas like collars, seams and around buttons. That means fewer passes on larger garments than a smaller handheld-style steam head.
Q: Is the Tefal IT8490 a good fit for quick outfit touch-ups before leaving home?
A: Yes. Its 45-second heat-up time suits last-minute touch-ups better than slower upright models, especially for a single shirt, dress or jacket. It is still a floor-standing steamer, so it takes more space than a compact handheld unit.