Sanford 2300W Ceramic Steam Iron with Vertical Steam, Spray and Steam Burst - SF70CSI

Five functions, and each one solves a specific ironing problem. Dry ironing for synthetics that water would mark. Steam ironing for everyday cotton. Spray for that one stubborn crease that needs damping before it will move. Steam burst for thick seams and heavy linen where normal steam is not enough. And vertical steam, which is the one people forget they have — it lets you steam a hanging jacket, a dress or curtains without an ironing board at all, effectively turning the iron into a garment steamer. The Sanford SF70CSI delivers all of that at 2300W through a ceramic-coated soleplate that glides smoothly and spreads heat evenly. With a 350ml tank, it is the most versatile iron in the range for the money.

Specifications

Buying guide

Function count is what to compare between steam irons, and vertical steam is the one worth insisting on because it gives you a garment steamer for free — a hanging suit or curtain can be refreshed without setting anything up. Steam burst matters if you iron linen or thick seams, where standard steam output is not enough to move a crease. Spray is for spot-damping. Soleplate coating is the durability and glide factor: ceramic slides more easily than bare aluminium and heats more evenly, which reduces the risk of scorching. Practical habits: sort by fabric and start at the lowest temperature, since going from cotton down to synthetic while the plate is still hot is how garments get ruined; use clean water; empty the tank after use; and descale periodically. Never leave a hot iron face-down on the board, and store it upright once cool.

How it compares

Against the 2200W SF48SI, this adds spray, steam burst and a ceramic soleplate for more control on difficult fabrics. Compared with the cordless SF79CSI, that removes the cord at a higher price while this offers more functions for less. Against a dry iron, steam is far more effective on cotton and linen. Against a dedicated garment steamer, the vertical steam function here covers occasional hanging-garment work, but a real steamer is better for curtains and volume.

Frequently asked questions

What is vertical steam for?
Steaming hanging garments and curtains without an ironing board — it effectively gives you a garment steamer built into the iron.

When would I use steam burst?
On thick seams, heavy linen and stubborn creases where the normal steam output is not enough to move the fabric.

How do I avoid scorching clothes?
Sort by fabric and start at the lowest temperature, working upwards. Going from a cotton setting straight to synthetics while the plate is still hot is the usual cause of damage.

Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.

Pairs well with

• Sanford 2200W Steam Iron with Vertical Steaming and Adjustable Thermostat - SF48SI
• Sanford 2600W Cordless Steam Iron with Ceramic-Coated Soleplate and 350ml Tank - SF79CSI
• Sanford Deluxe Dry Iron 1000-1200W with Golden Ceramic-Coated Soleplate - SF20DI

Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.