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What is a Table Top Ironing Board?

By Misty Amber Brighton
Updated May 17, 2024
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A table top ironing board is a small, portable, heat-resistant board that is usually placed on a countertop or another large, flat surface to iron, or press, clothing or other fabric items. It is often rounded on both ends, but is usually slightly narrower on one of them. It is sometimes used in areas where a full-sized ironing board will not fit.

The frame of this product is commonly constructed of steel or aluminum. Its legs are typically semi-circular, and may be made of plastic or aluminum. It may also have a separate place to rest an iron that extends from one side of the board. This section is usually also made of aluminum.

There is normally a cover and pad on a table top ironing board. The covering is often made of cotton or nylon, while the pad can consist of a soft, spongy foam. The cover may have elastic around the edges to help hold it in place, while the pad is usually very flat and has no elastic. The elasticized cover usually holds the pad in place. The combined thickness of these two items is usually around 1/2 inch (1.27 cm).

This type of board is usually around three to four inches (7.62 to 10.16 cm) in height. The length of a table top ironing board is commonly around 32 inches (81.28 cm), while the width is approximately 5 inches (12.7 cm) at the widest point. This item normally weighs only two to three pounds (.91 to 1.36 kg), including the cover and pad.

Some models have legs that fold up and lock into place underneath the device. This can be convenient when a person is storing or transporting the table top ironing board. Those with folding legs can easily be hung on a hook or the back of a door when they are not in use. They can also be placed in a suitcase to take along when traveling.

A table top ironing board can be a good choice for people who have difficulty setting up and taking down a full-sized ironing board. They may also be a handy item to have around when only a few small items need to be ironed. Even so, large items such as sheets can still be pressed on this portable table. The versatility of this item can make it a good choice for home, office, or hotel use.

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