This headline may come as a shocker to some, but it is absolutely true. In 2020, a survey, reported by The Daily Mail established that 52% of British men do most of the ironing at home.

The percentage is almost equally spread across different regions of the country. The only places where women still do the majority of ironing according to the survey are Wales and the North West of England. The highest percentage of men who iron regularly is reported in Yorkshire and Humberside. That's a whopping 60%. The capital records 54% and here in the West Midlands, 52% of men seem to be taking ownership of the ironing.

What could be the reason for this trend?

One of the most likely and admirable reasons why the survey shows such encouraging results is minimising the impact of gender-biased roles. British men have been taking positive steps towards sharing household duties over the past decades. In comparison, just 43% of American men reported in a similar survey that they iron their own shirts. 57% of them not only avoid doing it, but also don’t know how to.

Another reason why UK men iron more often may be related to the professional roles they take. While a full suit and tie are not compulsory for a number of office jobs, a neatly looking shirt is a must for quite a few of them. Also, women’s professional clothing is more flexible in terms of style and fabrics. Many of the office dresses and tops are now made from materials that don’t crease during washing.

Why is Ironing Important?

Ironing your clothes is not just about their appearance. It also contributes to how they feel when you put them on. But the most important reason why you should have your clothes ironed has a lot to do with your physical health. Many bacteria and viruses remain on fabrics after washing, especially if washed on low temperature. Ironing, however, ensures germs are completely eliminated. It is also very beneficial for people with allergies to chemicals or pollen.

What if No One Has the Time to Do the Ironing?

In today’s world, it is a very common scenario for both persons in a couple to work full time and have extremely busy schedules. So, essentially, no one has the time to do the ironing. If that’s your case, we have a solution.

Bredon Hill Cleaning Services offers a comprehensive, flexible and very convenient laundry and ironing service. We can arrange a pick-up from your address and once the work is done, deliver back to your doorstep, just 48 hours later. Alternatively, if it makes it easier for you, you can drop the load at our office and collect it all washed, ironed and neatly folded in 2 days. We cover a variety of areas in the Tewkesbury and Wychavon districts. If you are unsure whether this includes your postcode, contact us and we will let you know how we can help.