Is there a countertop material that is heat resistant?

Question

I want to put a counter top in my laundry room, and want it to serve double duty as an ironing board so I can iron my clothes directly on the counter. Is there a specific material that is made for this or am I stuck with my folding ironing board?

Answer 1

Don't you need padding to iron on?  The padding on an ironing board is taught, so it doesn't bunch up as you iron.  If you just laid a pad on a countertop, it would move all over.  I don't think this is too practical.

You might be interested in finding a wall-mounted folding ironing board -- you just pull it down when you need it, and lift it back when you're done.

Answer 2

wood?