Can You Iron a Silk Tie? (How to Remove Wrinkles)

Yes! You can iron a silk tie. Ironing is the most effective way to get wrinkles out of silk ties. All you need is an ironing board or flat surface, a spray bottle, a pressing cloth, and an iron. 

Silk ties can easily be straightened at home by using an iron. Continue reading to see our step-by-step instructions on how to properly iron a silk tie.

The most effective method for getting wrinkles out of a silk tie is by ironing. You may also remove wrinkles from your silk tie by using a steamer. Find our detailed instructions on how to perform both methods, below. 

1. Lay your silk tie down on an ironing board or flat surface, with the dull back side of the tie facing up.
2. Fill a spray bottle with water and use the mist setting to add moisture to the tie. Your tie should be damp but not soaking wet.
3. Turn the iron on to the lowest heat setting or if your iron has a silk setting, use that.
4. Lay a pressing cloth such as a cotton bandana or pillowcase over the tie or areas you wish to iron. Never press a hot iron directly onto your silk tie.
5. Hand press the iron down onto the tie. Do not slide the iron up and down the surface. Simply hand press the iron down briefly, remove it, and then press again.
6. Once your silk tie is wrinkle free, lay flat or hang to air dry in a cool area out of direct sunlight. 

1. Fill the steamer’s water tank with fresh clean water. Do not steam your silk tie with old stale water.
2. Power the steamer on.
3. Hang the tie with the backside facing towards you. You will apply the steamer to the backside of the tie.
4. Wait until the steamer is not dripping or spitting hot water.
5. Begin to steam your tie while using long downward strokes.
6. Use your free hand to add tension to the tie and pull flat.
7. Continue until your tie is wrinkle free.
8. Lay flat to dry or hang dry in a cool area out of contact with direct sunlight. 

Related: Can You Steam Silk?

Before you clean your silk tie you must first check the instructions on the tie’s care label. If a tie is required to be dry cleaned only, then do not attempt to wash at home. For ties that are able to be machine or hand washed at home, continue reading the step-by-step instructions below.

1. Fill a container with lukewarm water not exceeding 77°F or 25°C. If you place your finger in the water, it should feel slightly warmer than room temperature.
2. Add a few drops of silk detergent to the water. Refer to the detergent’s label to find the correct amount to add.
3. Submerge the silk tie in the water for 3 minutes.
4. After 3 minutes, use your hands to move and agitate the tie in the water.
5. Rinse under cold water until the water runs clear and all the soap has been removed.
6. Lay the tie evenly on an absorbent towel and roll the towel sushi roll style to remove excess water from the tie. 
7. Take the tie to a cool dry place and hang or lay flat to air dry. Store out of contact with direct sunlight. 

1. Place the silk tie into a mesh laundry bag to protect it from damage.
2. Place the mesh washing bag into the washing machine. Wash your silk tie only with other delicate clothing or silk clothing. Do not wash your silk tie with heavy or abrasive garments such as denim jeans or thick jackets.
3. Add a few drops of silk washing detergent or detergent for delicates. Refer to the detergent’s label to find the correct amount to add.
4. Set the washing machine to delicate/gentle and wash with cold water.
5. Set the washing machine to the shortest duration wash cycle possible.
6. Once finished, place your tie in a cool dry place and either lay flat or hang to air dry. Do not store your silk tie anywhere near direct sunlight. 

Learn how to iron other types of silk garments using these articles:

• How to Iron Silk Pajamas
• How to Iron a Silk Shirt
• How to Iron Silk
• Can I Iron a Silk Shirt?