Easy to adjust, this durable Brabantia ironing board offers a wide range of height settings to suit both petite and taller users. It’s also easy to open and close even for left-handers, who may find the fold of other ironing boards a little challenging to operate.

For those of you who want to blitz your ironing in no time, this extra wide ironing board from Boardman is the largest ironing board on our list. Thanks to its extra wide, uniquely shaped design, it makes ironing shirts, sheets and bed linen feel less like a chore and dare we say it… almost enjoyable? Ironing surface size: 51 x 121cm | Height: 76-91cm | Weight: 6.8 kg | Adjustable Yes | Iron rest: No - only available on the XL version What we like It’s fair to say that many Mumsnet users avoid ironing wherever possible, with many having switched away from a traditional ironing board due to their size and substantial cost. If you fall firmly into the ‘ironing is a chore’ camp and plan to do it as infrequently as possible, these roll-out ironing mats make a great alternative - ideal for travel and last-minute touch-ups to school uniforms on photo day.

It has a fixed solid iron rest (not steam generator units) and there’s even a handy cord holder, conveniently keeping the board clear for simple, fuss-free use. Moisture/condensation can come through the other side, so many Mumsnet users recommended placing a sheet underneath With so many ironing boards to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here are some things to consider when making the right choice for you and your family: Ironing surface size: 73x32cm | Height: 13cm from table top | Weight: 1.17 kg | Adjustable height: No | Iron rest: No What we like

Ironing surface size: 132cm x 28.3cm | Height: Flip down/door hung - height will vary | Weight: Not specified | Adjustable: No | Iron rest: No What we like I have a Leifheit ironing board which I bought because it was lightweight” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user FrogFairy) Our verdictI’ve got a Lakeland one that hangs in a wardrobe. It’s great.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user VegetablesFightingToReclaimTheAubergieneEmoji) Our verdict