Wall-mounted ironing boards: how to choose and attach?

Every housewife should have that minimum set of auxiliary things, without which she can not do. In addition to household appliances and appliances, an ironing board will be an important subject. Not all apartments have the necessary dimensions to contain and use it, because wall-mounted models are becoming increasingly popular. The ability to choose the right board, attach it and use it will make it possible to save space and make the working area as comfortable as possible.

Ironing boards, which are attached to the wall, most often hide in a closet to hide an object needed in everyday life nearby and rationally distribute the space of the room. A wall ironing board will be convenient for those who do not have a pantry in the apartment or a special room for household needs. Thus, it is possible to place all the necessary things in one place: an iron, a spray bottle with water, accessories for cleaning the iron, an additional armrest for the board, and much more. A wall-mounted model is usually devoid of such advantages and can be placed in any corner of the apartment, even if it is not very convenient for the owners.

If the ironing board is hidden in a closet, it is often made folding, which means that the device is much more complicated. You can highlight such basic elements as:

• support;
• folding mechanism;
• ironing surface.

The support is the part that attaches directly to the surface of the wall or cabinet. It is important to fix the base well so that it can easily withstand both things when ironing and the weight of the board when folded.The next important detail is the fasteners, which should be made only of high-quality and durable materials, so that the product lasts as long as possible.

The dimensions of the board can be very diverse, from miniature where small items of clothing will be placed, to a full-fledged one and a half meter surface on which you can easily iron out an evening dress or cloak. The fasteners will differ for each of the cases: a more powerful design requires strong and reliable systems, a smaller one makes it possible to use dowels and screws of suitable length, which are screwed into the back wall of the cabinet, if it is strong enough, or into the wall.

There are many options for wall-mounted ironing boards, so it is important to know about all the existing varieties before making the final choice.

There are such options:

• folding;
• built-in;
• folding and folding;
• suspended and mounted.

The folding type is the most popular, due to the maximum strength of the product, as well as stability, allowing you to safely leave the iron on the surface, without fear that it will fall. This option can last for many years, pleasing the hostess, being convenient to use and reliable. Among the design features of this option, one can distinguish the following:

• tabletops are mounted to a metal frame with a folding mechanism, which, in turn, is attached to the wall;
• the hinged structure, which is placed on the wall, can have various dimensions;
• it is difficult to find a board attached in this way in the room, because a suitable location is chosen for it;
• in order to improve the system, a structure is constructed around the board like a cabinet, or it is bought initially, taking into account the required dimensions.

Built-in ironing boards can be represented by such options:

• a cabinet with a mirror where the board is located;
• hinged wardrobe or wardrobe;
• a pencil case or hanging cabinet with shelves that can be placed in any room.

A very convenient option is to embed the ironing surface in a drawer or a separate shelf. In this case, an additional lifting mechanism is also mounted, which raises the board higher during operation and lowers it to the shelf level, which allows you to hide it, making it completely invisible. There are also built-in designs that have the ability to turn to iron any thing with maximum comfort.

A folding ironing board is a structure whose surface does not consist of one piece of wood or metal, but of several. Often there are only two. This option makes it possible to reduce the area of ​​the board, which makes it easier to place it in any cabinet, shelf or cabinet. The ironing process does not suffer in any way, only the procedure for setting the board and its cleaning is complicated, due to the additional action for the layout of the parts, their fixation and reverse actions.

A suspended wall structure is far from always framed by a cabinet or similar furniture, in some cases the board is simply attached to the wall. This is convenient if the room is intended for cleaning and other similar events. Due to its simplicity, the smoothing machine can easily be brought into working position and also quickly removed. In this case, it is important to purchase reliable fastening mechanisms and screw the board well to the wall.

The hinged structure does not differ much from the hinged one, the only difference is that the ironing surface in this case is autonomous, it is hung on mounts that already exist in the wall or any other surface. You can store parts of a single whole in one place or in different places, this does not affect the functionality in any way.

The choice of option will be determined by the room in which you want to install the ironing board, the dimensions of the room, in addition, it is important how often the hostess will use the surface and what size things she usually irones. Considering all these factors can help you choose the most suitable option.

To make the right choice, it is important to know not only the varieties of the device, but also the popular models of boards that currently exist on the market.

Among the most relevant are the following.

• Iron slim - It is a transformer, because it is built into a cabinet that masquerades as a mirror; A feature of the model is a socket that is already built into the cabinet, and for a spectacular appearance, the entire structure is made in a metallic shade.

• Shelf on Iron Box Eco - this option is much similar to the previous one, as it is built into the closet, but the distinctive feature will be two shelves that are added inside so that it is possible to place clothes or necessary trifles.

• Asko Hi 115 T - it is represented by a completely different modification, which is installed in the cabinet drawer, which can significantly save space in the room, in addition, the entire board with the mechanism is made of steel which allows you to evenly distribute the load, which significantly extends the life of the equipment.

There are a lot of options for wall, built-in and folding models, so before buying, it is worth comparing the main characteristics, and it is best to personally see the product, try to fold it and unpack it. Not all brands produce such a line, some still prefer the classics, those models that are installed anywhere in the room and are autonomous; Among these, one can distinguish the famous and popular company Ikea.

In order for the choice of the wall ironing board to be correct, it is worth paying attention to some things that will help to assess the quality of the product, its performance and convenience during use. These include the following characteristics.

• Checking the quality of the folding mechanism. This detail is fundamental, therefore it is worth paying special attention to it. If this mechanism does not seem to be of the highest quality, it is light and can be deformed with effort, then this is not at all worth buying. The quality of the metal and the assembly of the hinged system should be at its best, only this guarantees the duration of work with the board.
• Checking the quality of the support. A very important point is the fastening of the board support to the wall, cabinet or shelf, which guarantees the reliability of the stay of the ironer inside both in the folded and in the working position. With weak or poor-quality support, the board may simply fall out of the niche in which it is located.

• The weight that an ironing board has. With too much weight, it will be difficult for any support to withstand the load and sooner or later the fasteners will not withstand. In addition to this factor, it is worth paying attention to the wall thickness to which the ironer is attached. The optimal weight of the structure and the required wall thickness will make it possible to securely fix the board and use it without any risk.
• Checking the add-ons that come with the board and cabinet. In addition to the box where the ironing machine is located, there can be a number of additions that can significantly affect the cost of the goods: there can be several shelves for linen or necessary things inside, a socket, a board height adjuster. Instead of the usual cabinet door, a mirror can be installed, etc.
• It is worth paying special attention to the stability of the board in the working position. This is important for those who have small children or pets who might accidentally hook the iron, which will result in a fall of the iron and unpleasant consequences. In addition, the hostess herself may accidentally get burned, having an unstable surface for ironing.

Having walked through all the above criteria, you can quite easily find for yourself a quality product that will last a long and reliable time. To make the wall design appropriate in a particular room, it is worth choosing it in accordance with the dimensions. For a small room, you need a compact model, where there will be only the most necessary, and for a spacious room there is the opportunity to purchase what will be most convenient for the hostess.

To put an ironing board on the wall with your own hands, you need to know certain rules by which this work is carried out. It’s worth starting with deciding what type of board you have to deal with. If the board is located in a drawer, then you can fix it thanks to the supporting structure, which should already be available. It is important that the height of the pull-out shelf does not exceed one meter, otherwise this will greatly complicate the ironing process.

If there is a desire to hang an ironing board by placing it on a wall or in a closet, the process will be different. In this case, you will need a holder and bracket, materials that may vary, but most often it is a symbiosis of steel and plastic. It is such a tandem that allows you to create a reliable fastener system that will allow you to quickly remove the board and put it into working position, while the reliability of the product will be at the highest level.

Each of the above options is convenient for small apartments, where there is not a large amount of space for household trifles. With the help of shelves and drawers, it is possible not only to hide the ironer, but also to make it convenient to use, equipped with a turning mechanism in any direction. In the absence of support from below, it is much more convenient to iron sweaters and other things that there is no way to unfasten. Wall and integrated structures have many advantages and only one drawback, which is the high cost of the product.

Tips for choosing boards in the video below.