Ironing board, built-in wardrobe. Advantages and disadvantages.

In the model homes is very little space, and keep ironing board awkward. They need either to lay out each time, or left in place, thus giving a lot of useful space.

Forms built ironing boards

The store offers a lot of different options of such goods, which are able to "fit" into any decor and design.

There are four main types of built-in ironing boards:

• Flap;
  
  

  This board is quite stable, it is easy to lay out the clean-and it does not take place in the house.

• Folding built-in mirror;
  
  

  Very practical, but a rather unusual solution - the panel with a mirror with built-in ironing board.

• Extendable;
  
  

  Placed this board more often inside the cabinet or dresser drawer.

• Built-in wardrobe.
  
  

  The most popular model - built in ironing board in the closet, or an ordinary wardrobe.

Each type has its own characteristics, its pros and cons. However, the most popular type is Built-in ironing board in the closet. It is convenient to operate harmoniously looks in the interior, has a lot of shelves, it is convenient to fold.

The apparatus of the ironing board in the cabinet

Since the ironing board has to be folded, it looks pretty complicated device. Typically construction consists of three parts:

• ABOUTpores;
  
  

  The broad base of the sliding board is fixed on the guide, and when folded her countertop appears to be doubled.

• Mmechanisms still unfolding;
  
  

  The dimensions of such a board is always limited to the dimensions of the box in which it is stored.

• ANDmost of the ironing surface.
  
  

  This board takes the least space compared to other similar devices.

The support is fixed to the rear of the enclosure. In this case, try to do it as much as possible fast and reliably, because it will go to the whole load when ironing.

Mechanisms vary widely from simple support to the strictly regulated mechanism. However, despite the complexity, they need to be durable, made of quality metal, otherwise the design will be short-lived.

Ironing surface itself is no different from the one that stands on a conventional ironing board. It can be made from both wood and metal. Choose what you like best.

Forms built-in wardrobe ironing boards

In the furniture market there are different versions of the product, the main ones:

• Flap;
  
  

  It is attached to the table top of the metal frame with a folding mechanism, which is already fixed to the wall.

• Extendable;
  
  

  The stores do not always manage to find a retractable ironing board, but it can be ordered in any furniture shop or make your own hands.

• Hidden.
  
  

  Large selection of decorative and finishing materials for the framing of mirrors allows it to fit in the room, decorated in any style.

Folding is the usual built-in wardrobe accessories. They have a fairly simple mechanism, they are convenient to use. We can say, the classic version.

Retractable board hidden in the drawer of the cabinet. It takes up less space than folding. However, its mechanism is complicated and not as strong, and therefore breaks more frequently than the other models.

Hidden sliding board usually covered mirror. It pushed aside, and in a niche is a conventional folding board. At the site of the mirror may be other objects such as a picture or just a wall.

Features folding ironing board in the closet

The advantages of this product are valued customers:

• Convenient space saving;
• The rapid reduction in working condition;
• Ease of use;
• Fitting into the design.
  

Disadvantages that occur in built-ironing boards:

• The complexity of design, which leads to breakage;
• Low-quality material in cheaper models;
• High price.
  

How to choose a built-in ironing board

1. The reliability of the folding mechanism. The first thing you should pay attention. If it seems flimsy, poor quality, made of light metal fragile - give up the purchase. This built-in board does not last a long time.
   
   

   At the first big effort mechanism can break down, and the goods will become worthless.

2. The quality of the support. If the support does not have securely attached to the wall or to the box, the device may fall out of the cabinet.
   
   

   Therefore they are related to the choice of the support with the utmost seriousness.

3. Weight design. If heavy construction, cabinet wall will not sustain the load. The wall should have sufficient thickness to mount could easily stay in it.
   
   

   This can be either thick plywood or a strong board.

4. The presence of additional functions. Many manufacturers offer a closable mirror embedded boards, sockets, the provisions of regulation. All this affects the price of the final product.
   
   

   Make sure before you buy, whether you need these additions.

5. The stability of the structure. If the built-in wardrobe board will move wobble precariously stand, then it is likely to burn yourself when ironing.
   
   

   If possible, lay the board in the store and check its stability.

Some popular models

• Board transformer Iron Slim

Is a built-in wardrobe ironing board, closed by a mirror. Its design is made in gray metallic tones. The design has a built socket.

• Shelf On Iron Box Eco

Cabinet with built-in ironing board. It has two shelves, which can pack. The door can both drive off to the side, and just opened. The support is made of steel, the structure is reliable and stable.

• ASKO HI115T

Installed in the cabinet drawer. It saves valuable space. The structure is made of an alloy steel. Particularly notable mechanism by which the load is placed evenly.

Built-in ironing board cabinet saves valuable space in the apartment. The most popular types are hinged and sliding boards.

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