- Brabantia XL Comfort Ironing Board with Solid Steam Generator Rest | Large (Size C) | Fairtrade Denim Gray Cover | Adjustable Height (27-38"), XL Rest, Easy Fold, Anti-Collapse Lock, Non-Slip Feet

FIRST, THIS IS A REVIEW FOR BRABANTIA... background: I love to iron! I ordered 3 Bartnelli (I don't love to iron THAT MUCH) but each and every one was either unstable, dented, or damaged and defective in some way. VERY DISAPPOINTING AS ITALIAN PRODUCTS SUCH AS FABRICS AND LEATHER GOODS ARE KNOWN TO BE THE VERY BEST. BUT each ITALIAN BARTNELLI was returned and I ordered a BRABANTIA. It was supposedly delivered while I was at home, but I never got it. Amazon immediately ordered another. I have used it for a few hours: HERE'S THE SCOOP. It was perfect; no dents, damages etc. It is stable and wide. There is an ample iron rest, but it is metal (boo). The release lever works, there are several height adjustments and the BEST part is the legs have locking clip that very securely locks the legs in place for storage. Minor things noticed: 1. the metal rest is metal unlike the Bartnelli; I have easily found a solution as I bought a silicon pad for it and 2. the tip end could be a bit longer as I iron our pillowcases. So despite these very MINOR items, THIS IS SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE BARTNELLI.

I've been trying to find a decent ironing board in big box stores for months and couldn't find one in person that was well padded and wobble-free, so I decided to bite the bullet and try this one, although I was initially put off by the price tag. It's 50% more expensive than the most expensive ones I tried from a store, but 100% more useable. The other ones honestly did not feel safe to use. You could knock it over if you really wanted to but it's plenty sturdy for normal use, no worrisome wobbles or creaks. It also folds up and unfolds easily but not so easily that the pull-bar feels overly loose, although you should check below decks to ensure that the "tooth"-style latch is properly caught; occasionally it slips slightly past and rests on the upper part of the hook rather than snugly underneath it. It seems relatively stable even in that state (I ironed on it that way before I noticed it, with no ill effect), but I'm guessing it's not as safe. I also like how well welded the iron rest is, as the last board I tried had an iron rest so rickety that I was scared to use it with even a lightweight iron. The manufacturer also offers a ten year warranty. Overall, a quality item. If I had a larger laundry room, I probably would have gotten the larger version.

After what felt like a PhD-level deep dive into the world of ironing boards—yes, apparently that’s a thing—I finally pulled the trigger on this one. I read so many reviews that I started questioning my life choices. Should an ironing board require this much research? Probably not. And yet, there I was, comparing metal gauges and leg stability like I was shopping for a spacecraft. I’ll be honest: the price made me pause. My previous ironing board cost about the same as a decent sandwich, so buying one that actually required a financial decision felt… dramatic. I had a moment where I stared at my cart thinking, “Zafar, are you really about to invest in an ironing board? Is this adulthood?” But I clicked “Buy Now” anyway, partly out of hope and partly out of stubbornness. When it arrived, I unboxed it with the same energy people reserve for new gadgets. And to my surprise, this thing is legit. The build quality is so solid it almost feels like it could double as a small bridge. The adjustable height moves smoothly—no squeaks, no wobbling, no fear that it’ll collapse mid‑shirt. The hardware looks like it was designed by someone who actually cares about ironing, which is rare and slightly concerning. And the oversized metal platform? It’s basically the penthouse suite of ironing board real estate. In short, my guilt evaporated the moment I set it up. I went from “Did I overspend?” to “Why didn’t I buy this sooner?” in about 30 seconds. If my initial enthusiasm sticks around—and I hope it does—this might go down as one of the most unexpectedly satisfying purchases I’ve made. Who knew an ironing board could spark joy?

Worth it! Saving $ at the dry cleaners by ironing at home and this is an overdue upgrade from the standard wobbly board I’d owned for years. Thick padding. Wider area. Not any heavier than a cheap board. Stays closed when moving. And best of all doesn’t wobble!

I really like the width of this ironing board. Great for quilting. Very sturdy the way the legs are connected. But I've only had this 4 months and the cover has ripped only by setting the iron on it. The cover is very thin. At some point I'll have to find a thicker one. I would still recommend it.

Nice, very heavy duty and sturdy.

I read ALL the reviews both pro and con on the Brabantia Ironing Board. Many were very helpful. Some of the reviews complained about the packaging....some raved about it....my experience was...the board came with a clear shrink wrap completely sealing the board, not in a cardboard box, only heavy duty plastic...the board was undamaged. The hot iron rest is a new experience and I like it. I have had built in ironing boards for more than 40 years. My last move forced me to hurry out to buy an ironing board...big mistake, I disliked it. It was too light weight, the cover wasn't secured and kept coming off the board when I moved fabric...and sitting on a bare wood floor the whole board would move as I pulled fabric on or off of it....happy to say I got rid of THAT board and the Brabantia Size B is a dream replacement. It is wider than the cheap board and with the hot iron feature gives even more space when ironing table cloths. The Brabantia feels like the quality board it is...the cover stays put...the board doesn't slide on the wood floor and it isn't so heavy that folding up and putting away after each use is no problem...after seeing reviews about the patterned covers I decided to get the Ecru and am pleased with it. The cost in the $70 dollar range was fair for the quality, in my opinion.

I relinquished my cheap metal ironing board for the extra large Brabantia—and could not be more pleased. I chose it for its larger ironing surface because I iron sheets and, sometimes, drapes or sheers too. Also, it was the only extra-wide ironing board that didn't mess up one end with an iron stand (I find that iron stands really get in my way and large items get tangled or pinched in them.) When the Brabantia arrived, I realized I should have bought a quality board long ago: it is completely sturdy—doesn't wobble or shift at all. It can be set very smoothly to any height, even if I wanted to iron sitting down, or if, like my son, I were six feet+. If you have the room and intend to iron conscientiously, buy one. I could not be more pleased.

Really good sturdy ironing board. Good value. Large size.

Pretty good I love a large ironing board. Only issue is the material is not as slippy as I’d like, I know this is good for silky items but not so much for T-shirts or knitwear.

Super planche le repassage devient agréable surtout pour les chemises et jeans !!! Je recommande à 100%

Beautifully made ironing board It has taken me ages to find the perfect board and this is a manageable weight. You need size A if you want to fold it up and put away regularly. I am delighted with this one.