There are a few common reasons your iron may spit or splutter, and the fix often depends on your specific model, so it’s always best to refer to your user manual for exact guidance.
Here are the most likely causes:
- Temperature setting – If the iron isn’t hot enough when you press the steam trigger, the water may not turn fully into steam and instead leak or splutter. Always allow the iron to heat fully before using steam, and check the recommended settings in your manual.
- Limescale build-up – Minerals in tap water can build up inside the iron, causing spitting or small bursts of water. Running the descale or self-clean function (if your model has one) usually helps. Please check your user manual for the correct descaling instructions for your model.
- Water type – Advice varies depending on the iron. Some models are designed for tap water only, while others may allow a mix with distilled water. Please check your manual to confirm what’s best for your model. We do not recommend using perfumed or additive waters, as these can damage the iron.
If you’ve tried the above and your iron still spits or splutters regularly, please contact us with your model details so we can help further.