Though many clothes are made from wrinkle-resistant materials, there will always be time when you really need to run an iron over something. You may have an important job interview or appointment for which you want to look your best. Or maybe you want to put out linen napkins for special guests. That’s when a tabletop ironing board can come in handy.
Step by step instructions :
Step 1
Store your board and iron together, in an out-of-the-way closet. Usually when you need the quick swipe of an iron, you do not have extra time to hunt for everything. One of the advantages of a tabletop version is that they are small and store easily.
Step 2
Set the board on top of a surface that is even and flat. Put down a towel underneath the board to keep the surface safe from scratches, or burns if you accidentally set the iron down on the tabletop.
Step 3
Use the tabletop ironing board for smaller items such as shirts, small linens, shorts and children’s clothing. It’s less useful for larger items, such as dresses, sheets or long pants.
Step 4
Sit or stand well above the board so you can manipulate the iron properly. It’s easy to burn yourself if you try to reach up from a sitting position to run the iron. Situate yourself so you look down at the board, not up to it.