mine leaks to from the bottom so i quit usung it and when and bought a sum bean instead

I have dropped my "new" iron at least 5 times already and it still works great! And by the way under $20.00. Can't beat that with a stick.

A friend of mine bought a Rowenta, paid quite a bit for it, got it home and it wasn't working right. She decided she'd keep it, but sent a letter to Rowenta telling them that for the price she paid she had expected a better product. They sent her a free one in the mail, a more expensive higher end iron and appologized for her trouble. So before you throw it away, I'd write the company and let them know that you're having a problem with it. You never know what they'll do and it couldn't hurt.

I agree with everyone; Rowentas are overrated. Mine leaked so badly that it stained what I was ironing. I went to Walmart and purchased a "Shark" and it works great.

Carmen

I saw a Rowenta in Sam's Club the other day. After watching these discussions, I knew to look at the place of manufacture. These said they were made in Gemany. I didn't buy as I wasn't in the market. But any comments/experinces? I, too, still have my old Sunbeam and it does great.

I have had too much trouble with expensive irons that don't last I don't spend more than 25 dollars anymore and the irons last longer even with a few drops.

I've never owned a Rowenta. I just have a plain iron from Walmart so I can't help you. Sorry. But, I'll say, it may just need a good cleaning. Put some vinegar in it and let it sit awhile then iron some old fabric with it.Then empty.

They all do this eventually! I do not use steam anymore. I just use a spray bottle or spray starch.

You best threw it out & go buy a cheap one from Wal-mart or another store & use it until it dies. Rowenta's are known leakers!!!

I agree! I wish I had my old Black and Decker back.