How important is a good ironing board? Which should I buy?

Question

We've always used crappy ironing boards, but wondered how much difference a good ironing board makes.

Can anyone recommend how much we should spend on a board? And any particular brands or models recommened?

Thanks!

Answer 1

Very, especially for height so you don't get a sore back

You also want stability and a decent size area. The larger the area the less you have to keep re-arranging the clothes.

Rigidity is also important, if the board is continually flexing then you also get a sore back.

I always prefer to buy from hardawre stores because they are happy for you to open it and test it in the store.

Answer 2

I can't imagine what you mean by 'crappy' ironing board. As long as it is stable, flat, etc, it should be effective.

If it is a unstable, bunched up board then ya get a better one, that would be good for your sanity.

Answer 3

there all the same

Answer 4

I have both a regular size and large (or wider) ironing board.  I prefer the wider one myself, got it at Wal-Mart.  BUT I cut up an old wool blanket and put it on the board under the top cover and it really does make the ironing go better.  I don't know why, but it works.

Answer 5

I really don't think the board makes any difference. just so long as it is sturdy.

Just make sure you get a decent cover, ones that are too  thin are not a good idea. also make sure the cover the the right size as otherwise it will be extremely irritating when trying to do some ironing!

Answer 6

Surely they are just flat surfaces

Answer 7

I Dont think it is the ironing board that makes the differance its the iron x