IRONING BOARD

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Description

An ironing board should provide a convenient and safe platform for ironing, whether it is free standing, wall-mounted or used on a table.
    

Different types of Ironing Board

Many ironing boards are designed to be used stand-alone. Some are designed to be permanently installed, often wall mounted. These permanently installed systems are usually intended to provide easy, compact storage without having to carry the ironing board. Wall-mounted ironing boards often include built-in storage for the iron, water and other ironing needs. Some ironing boards are designed to be mounted on a table.
    

Typical features of an Ironing Board

Features often found in an Ironing Board include:
  • Tapering at one end to aid ironing of shirts
  • A holder for an iron
  • Folding for easy storage
  • Adjustable height
  • Neat accessories to keep the cord of the iron out of the way

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    Some things to look for in an Ironing Board

    Ideas to think about when buying an Ironing Board:
  • Stability and strength—ironing is bad enough without having to put up with a flimsy, unstable platform. This is also important for safety.
  • Height of board is adjustable to suit your height.
  • Quality of the ironing board cover—a poor-quality cover will often shift during use and cause creasing of clothes.
  • Weight—an ironing board should be light enough that you can easily carry it.

    Manufacturers of Ironing Board

    Brands of Ironing Board include:
    • Iron Away.  Products from Iron Away include and Ironing Board
    • Hills.  Products from Hills include and Ironing Board
    • Robin Hood.  Products from Robin Hood include and Ironing Board


    Other topics in our resources on Appliances related to Ironing Board include: 
     
  • Washing Machine
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  • Clothes Dryer
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  • Iron

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