I recently purchased the Purestream XL Standing Steamer. I filled the steamer water tank with distilled water, plugged it in, and in less than one minute I had steam. I tested the steamer on some silk scarves I use as photography props. These scarves are shipped folded flat and have hard creases at the folds. The steamer quickly removed the creases with a few passes. I also tested the steamer on linen backdrops used in portrait photography. The wrinkles quickly relaxed with the steamer making for a much smoother background. This steamer works well and is a great value.