Mirror with ironing board: features, rules for selection and installation
Ironing board is a necessary attribute and helper for many housewives. Thanks to such an uncomplicated device, you iron things quickly and carefully, and most importantly, do not get tired of the process. Now manufacturers are surprised by the range of ironing boards, trying to adapt to any preferences and opportunities. For small rooms, an excellent option is a mirror with an ironing board. What are its features, the rules of selection and installation, read the material.
Features and benefits
The ironing panel is a necessary assistant in household chores. Ironing things on the table or floor is not very convenient and it is impossible to achieve the desired effect. Ironing board allows you to gently iron things on both sides and not to damage them.
Modern ironing boards have many functions, they are adjustable in height, so you can carry out the process of ironing even sitting.
Varieties
Folding, built-in mirror
The built-in mirror is a unique invention, which saves space and does not wrestle with where to put the folded board. When you do not use it, it performs the function of a mirror and beautifully decorates the interior. If necessary, you fold the mirror and use it as a convenient panel for ironing.
Mirror may have additional lighting. The dimensions of the mirror can be different, it all depends on the space around it so that the unfolded board does not interfere with the passage.
Retractable
The pull-out panel is often embedded in a cabinet or chest of drawers, which are also complemented by mirrors. If necessary, it is easily extended. You can purchase a ready-made dresser with a board or integrate it separately. The retractable whiteboard can also fit in a kitchen unit.
Built in wardrobe
The ironing panel built in a case can be both sliding, and folding. It all depends on the depth and height of the cabinet. In any case, the ironing board does not prevent you from using the cabinet for its intended purpose - to store things in it.
Transformer
There are several options for transforming the ironing board. It can be a floor mirror, when lowering which a comfortable board is obtained.
A bedside-transformer will be an excellent complement to the interior and a place for storing trifles. Already ironed clothes and an iron can be placed in the bedside table.
Base material
Chipboard
Budget option trowel. Chipboard - inexpensive material, and this attracts manufacturers. During operation, such boards quickly deform, bend and begin to creak. In addition, such panels are heavy and unstable.
Metal plate with holes
This basis will serve you for many years, since the metal is practically not deformed, so that the board retains its original appearance. The disadvantages of a metal board include its weight: the board is heavy, so it must have a strong and stable support. Pay attention to having enough holes in the base through which steam comes out.
Metal plate under the grid
Such a base perfectly misses the steam, so that the cover will serve you for many years.The board is heavy, so it is safer if it is retractable, not folding.
Metal grid
This version of the base has a lot of advantages, the main of which are lightness of construction and durability. But over time, metal mesh can leave patterns on linen. When choosing such a trowel, pay attention to what is the basis for the cover. The ideal lining material is felt. Sintepon sags with time and loses its function.
Tree
Wood is considered a noble material, therefore boards made from solid wood are considered the highest quality and durable. Wood is impregnated with a special water-repellent solution, which does not allow the board to deform during operation.
Plastic
This board is suitable only for use with a steam iron. At production durable thick plastic which will serve long is used.
Equipment
Iron Stand
If the equipment of an ironing board assumes the presence of a stand for an iron, then this is an additional advantage during its operation. Especially the stand is relevant for boards with a wooden base, as they can not put an iron. For built-in boards, a stand is provided that is attached to the wall of the cabinet.
Girlfriend
Ironing the sleeves of a shirt and not leaving wrinkles and arrows on it is not easy. For this, and created a binder. Thanks to him, you can easily cope with ironing naughty things, and they will always be perfect.
Shelf for things
The shelf for things is located at the bottom of the ironing panel. If necessary, the shelf can be folded. This attribute is very convenient: it allows you to save space on the work surface without loading it with unnecessary things.
Ironing net
The ironing net is a modern substitute for Soviet gauze. Such a convenient mesh will serve you for many years and will allow you to easily stroke the delicate fabrics and arrows on the pants.
disadvantages
A mirror with an ironing board is undoubtedly a functional thing. The disadvantages of such a thing quite a bit. The main one is the cost of such an installation. A wall-mounted mirror with a trowel is not a cheap pleasure, but for the sake of saving space and creating coziness in the house, you can afford such a mirror.
Some housewives do not like the fact that the ironing board is mounted on the wall and you have to constantly iron while standing in one place.
How to choose?
Choose a wall panel, relying on personal preferences and the space that you have. Of course, the base material also plays an important role. Based on practicality, you can opt for a wooden or metal board that will last you a very long time.
When choosing a chipboard model, be prepared that it may soon become unusable., and you will have to look for a new embedded version. If you use only steam iron, then take into account the board with a plastic base.
Master class on making ironing board with a mirror in the video below.