How long does it take to iron a shirt?

A standard cotton shirt takes about 5 minutes to iron properly, including collar, cuffs, front panels, back and sleeves. A well-practiced ironer may manage 3-4 minutes. Linen shirts take longer due to stubborn creases.

Do I need to iron everything?

No. Many modern fabrics are designed to be crease-resistant. Removing clothes promptly from the machine or dryer and folding them immediately reduces the need for ironing. Hanging shirts on hangers while still slightly damp can eliminate the need to iron them.

What temperature should I iron at?

Follow the care label. Generally: low heat for synthetics, medium for wool/silk, high for cotton and linen. Using the wrong temperature can damage fabrics — too hot melts synthetics, too cool is ineffective on cotton.

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Ironing Time Calculator

Calculate total ironing time based on garment types and quantities.

Shirts / Blouses

~5 mins each

Trousers

~4 mins each

T-shirts

~2 mins each

Dresses / Skirts

~6 mins each

Sheets

~8 mins each

Pillowcases

~1.5 mins each

How We Calculate This

The calculator multiplies each garment count by its average ironing time.

Average ironing times

Shirt/blouse: 5 mins
Trousers: 4 mins
T-shirt: 2 mins
Dress: 6 mins
Sheet: 8 mins
Pillowcase: 1.5 mins

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Last updated: February 2026

All calculations are estimates. Always verify quantities and timings for your specific situation.