A good ironing board should last for decades, and sometimes a lifetime. However, the coating must be changed every 2 years. Ironing boards are not made the same. We hope that the following information will help you choose the right coverage.
Measure your ironing board. Measure the length and width of your board. Measure only the ironing surface, not including the iron stand, when determining the length, and measure the widest part when determining the width. Then you need to determine whether the edge of the board is rounded, wedge-shaped or blunt.
Find the right coverage for you. Covers come in different shapes, sizes, materials and patterns, designed for different types of ironing. Of course, the choice of ironing board cover is a matter of taste, but it should be smooth and let steam and heat through. How often you iron and what you iron will determine which cover you need to purchase. It is very good that you decided to change the coating, by doing this you protected yourself from the worst - discovering the unsuitability of your board in the future. You should also consider that there are several types of coverage for different needs, this is especially true for those who sew or quilt.
1. Coatings with a non-stick or reflective surface are designed to reflect the heat from the iron upwards from the coating to your clothing. This means that the heat is only absorbed by your garment and not by the garment and cover, making ironing faster with minimal effort. Not only will it speed up the ironing process, but at low temperatures you will damage delicate fabrics less. Another plus of the reflective surface of the coating is that it does not get dirty and is heat resistant, so it not only looks good, but will last longer. While it's great for daily ironing, some people don't like it because the fabric slips and it's hard to fold and smooth the edges. These users offer a natural cotton board cover to stretch over a reflective one while working on sewing projects.
2. Natural unbleached cotton ironing board covers are very popular for daily ironing and very practical for sewing and quilting. Your clothes and fabrics will not slip off the ironing board. This is usually a dense material, like canvas or canvas, very durable and washes well. However, it will burn if the iron is very hot or if you leave it on the surface for a long time. While burnt spots won't ruin your clothes, they look ugly and hardly wash off. Some manufacturers have developed cotton covers with a vapor-resistant layer underneath to give you the best of both worlds - a non-slip surface that reflects heat for easier ironing.
Make sure there is padding. Usually, the padding of an ironing board cover is made of felt or foam and reaches a thickness of 4 to 8 mm. Both materials are good for ironing, but the foam creates a firm surface that makes it easier for the iron to glide across the board, while the felt creates a soft and smooth surface with minor dents and wrinkles. Sometimes the padding can be both foam and felt as the bottom padding. Most importantly, you must be careful when buying a cover, and the padding must be thick enough to prevent ironing board snags from appearing on your freshly ironed clothes.
1. Many boards come with padding attached which gives rounded edges around the perimeter of the board. This is especially helpful when ironing the shoulders of shirts, you will get smooth and even edges. Such covers are convenient in that the foam or felt does not move when ironing.
2. If you find the perfect cover but don't like the padding, you can always add your own. Fabric stores sell upholstery foam and felt by the metre, so you can cut to your board and to your flooring. We know people who use old flooring as padding for new. Do what is right for you.
Keep in mind that most of the local stores and supermarkets have a limited selection of finishes and usually won't fit older boards.
If you are going to buy from a department store, take your measurements and a sketch.
If you are lucky enough to know the manufacturer and part number of your board, you can call the manufacturer and ask for help in choosing a replacement cover.
Many online ironing board sellers will show you sketches of the surface of the board, taking into account measurements of the finish. Try comparing your board to the sketches, or call the salesperson and ask for help.