Rating of the best ironing boards and selection tips

Ironing board today is not just an iron stand, but a high-tech and multifunctional device. Progress does not stand still, and a huge leap has taken place in the evolution of ironing boards.

Today, the requirements for ironing boards consist of many parameters.

1. The width and length of the ironing surface is the area of ​​the ironing board lid. The larger it is, the less movements you need to make to smooth out bedding, curtains, tablecloths or ironing clothes.
2. The weight of the ironing board should not be too small, but not too large. Too lightweight design will have little stability, which will reduce its safety. If the weight is large - this will make it difficult to fold and store.
3. The material from which the ironing surface is made is represented today by a wide range - from chipboard to perforated metal. The minus of the wooden canvas is that it absorbs moisture and shrinks with time. The advantage of metal is lightness and practicality, while perforated metal passes excess steam through itself and remains in its original form for many years. Today there are ironing boards with covers made of heat-resistant plastic.
4. Leg pads perform two functions at once: they exclude sliding of the ironing board and protect the floor covering from damage. Can be made of rubber or plastic.
5. Folded compactness is an important point that will affect storage conditions: if the structure takes up little space, it will be convenient to store it in any apartment and even in a wardrobe.
6. Case material also matters. Natural heat-resistant fabric protects from burning the iron, burning the cover and at the same time is able to pass air.
7. The presence of the bracket for the wire allows you to raise the wire above the ironing board to avoid tangling, to eliminate wrinkles when ironing and to extend the life of the iron.
8. The presence of the sleeve makes it easier to smooth the sleeves on clothes without unnecessary effort.
9. Adjusting the height of the ironing board allows you to iron with maximum comfort for a person of any height, some boards even have a sitting position for ironing.

Some modern ironing boards have unusual features, which turn on and off at the touch of a button.

• Vacuum. 2 fans are built into the working surface of the board from the underside, working in such a way that air is drawn in through the perforated ironing board and attracts light fabrics. With this function, it is easy to iron delicate fabrics such as silk and chiffon, as the air flow helps to straighten all folds and to avoid slipping of the fabric.
• Heat. The working surface of the ironing board may heat up if necessary. This function is very convenient in the off-season and helps to quickly and easily dry clothes without much effort, and also facilitates steaming - the surface of the board remains dry and warm.
• Blowing. Built-in fans direct air flow up through the working surface of the ironing board. This makes it easy to smooth pockets and iron seams.

This year, the rating of the best ironing boards has developed as follows.

The leader of the list is the Nika Valensia model (price range: 2 515-3 990 rubles) - a universal ironing board for the home.

The weight of the board is 10 kg, the width of the ironing surface is 46 cm, the length is 124 cm, 33 height adjustment positions: from 46 cm to 1 meter. When folded, the size of the board is 159 cm.

Equipment:

• the cover is removable, heat-resistant cotton fabric is easily attached with laces;
• shelf for a steam generator;
• bracket;
• shelf, convenient for folding ironed clothes;
• stand for ironing sleeves;
• the iron stand can easily withstand even a steam generator (the maximum stand is designed for 10 kg), there are holes for hangers around the perimeter of the stand, which eliminates the need to carry each shirt to the cabinet during ironing;
• plastic foot pads to prevent slipping and protect the floor from damage.

Further on the leaderboard is Bosch TDN1770P (18,450-22,334 rubles). An important advantage - the working surface can be heated by pressing a button. You can also include blowing and vacuum.

The weight of the board is 11.45 kg, the width of the ironing table is 45 cm, the length is 107 cm, 6 height positions are from 75 cm to 1 meter, when folded it is 164 cm.

The kit includes:

• heat resistant cover made of natural fabric;
• extension;
• holder for the cord of the iron;
• stand with anti-slip inserts - can withstand even a steam generator;
• pocket for accessories;
• rollers for easy transportation;
• clothes rack;
• two built-in fans.

An honorable third place - at Philips GC220 (7 559-9 990 rubles). The advantage of this ironing board is the presence of a child lock.

The weight of the board is 7 kg, the width of the ironing table is 45 cm, the length is 120 cm, the height adjustment is in six positions: from 70 to 94 cm. The size when folded is 120 cm.

Equipment:

• special coat hanger to facilitate smoothing shirts and jackets, if the coat hanger is not needed - they can be folded;
• stand for a steam generator;
• railing for hangers;
• protective overlays for legs.

The next sample is Domena TL 12040 (5 250-5 740 rubles). The peculiarity of this design is that the ironing surface is made of galvanized grating.

The weight of the board is 6 kg, the width of the ironing table is 40 cm, the length is 120 cm, height adjustment in ten positions: from 50 about 93 cm, when folded, the size is 122 cm.

Equipment:

• removable cover made of waterproof fabric;
• iron stand;
• railing under hangers;
• protective overlays for legs.

Another model that deserves attention is the “Leifheit Airboard Compact M Plus” (5 9990-17 468 rubles). This model is equipped with protection against folding, the working surface is made of perforated heat-resistant plastic, the legs are coated with anti-corrosion paint.

Board weight - 5.05 kg, ironing table width - 38 cm, length - 120 cm, height adjustment - from 75 cm to 1 meter, folded size 140 cm.

The kit includes:

• stand for a steam generator;
• plastic protective pads on the legs;
• bracket for hangers;
• electric cord 1.8 m long;
• steam hose holder;
• stand for smoothing sleeves;
• removable cover with a pad of felt and a cord around the perimeter for reliable fixation by tightening.

The next option worthy of attention is Gimi Advance GM 01113 (3 250-3 790 rubles). A feature of the model is the ironing surface is made of mesh (stainless steel).

The weight of the board is 9.85 kg, the width of the ironing table is 45 cm, the length is 126 cm, six height adjustment positions are from 72 to 93 cm, and when folded, the size is 160 cm.

The kit includes:

• stand for a steam generator;
• shelf for ironed clothes;
• bracket for the cord;
• retractable holder frame for easy ironing;
• frame under the hangers;
• removable cotton cover with a separate heat-resistant gasket;
• rubberized overlays for legs.

Board Hausmann HM 3172 (2 500-5 250 rubles) - ultralight and at the same time very stable. The innovative reflective perforated surface is made of foam heat-resistant plastic, which allows ironing things only on one side - the ironing board itself irones the second side.

The weight of the board is 4.8 kg, the width of the ironing surface is 42 cm, the length is 125 cm, the height adjustment is from 74 to 94 cm, it takes 155 cm of space when folded.

The kit includes:

• separate silicone stand in the shape of the sole of the iron;
• built-in stand for the steam generator;
• built-in socket;
• cotton heat-resistant cover, tightened around the perimeter with a rope;
• shelf for clothes.

Noteworthy is the board and Frank Lee 1636D (1 400-1 860 rubles). This is a unique desktop ironing board equipped with a special sliding mechanism for ironing sleeves or legs without arrows. The ironing surface is made of aviation perforated plastic.

The weight of the board is 5.4 kg, the width of the ironing surface is 40 cm, the length is 90 cm, there is no height adjustment, it takes 95 cm when folded.

The kit includes:

• cotton heat-resistant cover;
• retractable iron stand.

Model Brabantia 10529 costs from 14 084 to 15 990 rubles. The board is equipped with a mechanism for protection against accidental folding and a latch for transportation when folded. You can also lock the selected height for maximum ease of use and do not adjust the board every time.

The weight of the board is 7 kg, the width of the ironing table is 38 cm, the length is 124 cm, the seven-step height adjustment is from 69 to 96 cm, it takes 150 cm of space when folded.

Equipment:

• cotton heat-resistant cover with elastic foam lining;
• retractable stand for the steam generator;
• shelf for ironed linen;
• plastic overlays for legs.

The top ten leaders are closed by the Zalger Verona board (1 950-2 480 rubles). The advantage of this model is that the cover of the ironing table is made of steel with holes and is equipped with a lock of the selected height.

The weight of the board is 6.6 kg, the width of the ironing surface is 38 cm, the length is 124 cm, the seven-step height adjustment is from 69 to 98 cm, and when folded, it takes 150 cm.

Equipment:

• built-in socket and extension cord;
• stand for ironing sleeves without arrows;
• retractable stand for the steam generator;
• shelf for ironed clothes;
• resistant plastic nozzles on thin legs.

The LauraStar Comfortboard model costs an order of magnitude more than all the other options presented - 45,000-95,000 rubles. This is a full-fledged ironing steam system on wheels, which can turn itself off after 10 minutes of inactivity. The selected height is easily fixed with a reliable lock. A hole for the steam generator hose is provided in the countertop. System power - 1800 watts.

The weight of the system is 19 kg, the width of the ironing board is 42 cm, the length is 125 cm, a three-stage height adjustment from 79 to 95 cm, when folded, it takes 137 cm of space.

The kit includes:

• built-in iron storage box;
• iron with a 3D sole;
• iron stand or steam generator with silicone inserts;
• holder for iron wire;
• built-in boiler;
• removable water tank (with filter);
• tray for draining excess water from the tank.

Another option worthy of being on the list of the best is Asko Hi (28,500 rubles). Compact folding retractable ironing board with perforated steel surface. It can be mounted directly on the Asko Pro Home washing machine or built in between the tumble dryer and the washing machine in a vertical unit.

The weight of the ironing board with the box is 21 kg, the folded dimensions are 15x59.5x58.7 cm, and if unfolded - 93x31 cm. There is no height adjustment.

The kit includes:

• waterproof fireproof cover;
• stand for smoothing shirts without arrows and creases;
• built-in iron stand.

“Belsi Home” (19,000-26,840 rubles) is a built-in sliding board that hides behind a mirror and does not require additional storage space. The board itself is made of several layers: laminated plywood at the base, on top of it is a moisture-resistant foil layer, then a layer of felt and a surface cotton layer.

The weight of the ironing board with the mirror is 28 kg, the width of the ironing table is 38 cm, the length is 128 cm, the dimensions of the mirror are 165x47 cm, and three-stage height adjustment.

Equipment:

• heat-resistant cotton cover;
• built-in socket;
• built-in mirror.

The penultimate position on our list is “Dogrular Elona” (1,240-2,110 rubles). This is a board with increased stability due to the special design of the legs and a wide base. The ironing surface consists of a metal monoblock.

The weight of the board is 7.2 kg, the width of the ironing surface is 38 cm, the length is 120 cm, seven-step height adjustment (from 60 to 90 cm), the folded size is 120 cm.

Equipment:

• removable cotton non-stick cover with elastic foam lining;
• built-in socket with an extension of 1.5 m;
• retractable iron stand;
• iron cord holder.

The Framar Airone Pro model (2 600-4 950 rubles) completes the list of market leaders. The peculiarity of the board is that the ironing surface is made of chrome-plated steel mesh.

The weight of the board is 8.8 kg, the width of the ironing surface is 38 cm, the length is 122 cm, seven-step height adjustment (from 45 to 95 cm), 160 cm when folded.

Equipment:

• removable non-stick cotton cover;
• built-in socket and extension cable for 2 m;
• sleeve arm;
• iron stand;
• shelf for ironed linen;
• clothes rack;
• bracket for the iron cord;
• plastic overlays for legs.

The choice of ironing board should be conscious. To make the ironing process pleasing to the hostess, you need to take into account many parameters.

For every housewife, speed of ironing is important, saving time when leveling clothes on the board, a solid iron stand and a shelf for ironed clothes or rails for hangers. In these wishes, almost all manufacturers go towards consumers, the difference is only in the modification and configuration of modern ironing boards.

When choosing an ironing board, you first need to prioritize.

Determine what is most important for you:

1. compactness (if the apartment is small);
2. sustainability (if the house has a small child or pets);
3. wide working surface;
4. the presence of a frame for ironing bed linen (if you iron a lot of sheets and duvet covers);
5. easy smoothing of shirts and jackets (if you have a strict dress code at work) or something else.

In choosing an ironing board, these priority requirements will be the main ones, and all other parameters will be secondary, some of them can even be neglected.

After analyzing the reviews, we can conclude that the most functional, ergonomic and compact ironing board for the home is “Nika Valensia”. It combines many useful features and an affordable price. That is why it ranks first in the rating of ironing boards this year.

The Bosch TDN1770P board is a complete delight among the hostesses - a multifunctional model with turbocharging, heating and suction. Allows you to easily iron clothes with the most complex elements of delicate thin and sliding fabrics.

Brabantia 10529, judging by the reviews of the hostesses, is the safest ironing board, mothers like the most curious babies.

“LauraStar Comfortboard” is a serious steam system, more suitable for professional use, but it will be a great helper at home for any housewife.

Mistresses like Belsi Home because it hides behind a mirror and does not take up space in the apartment.

The best, undoubtedly, is the board that meets exactly your needs in terms of quality and functionality, so the choice is only yours.

Useful tips for choosing an ironing board are presented in the video below.