Ironing Boards

A wider, longer board works best for quilting. Standard household ironing boards are narrow and short, which means constant repositioning when pressing quilt blocks and seams. The Laurastar Plusboard and Prestige boards offer a larger pressing surface that fits full quilt blocks without hanging over the edges. For a portable option, a wool pressing mat on a table gives you an even bigger surface.

A sleeve board is a small, narrow ironing board designed for pressing inside tubes of fabric like shirt sleeves, pant legs, cuffs, and collars. The Laurastar Jeannette sits on top of your main ironing board or on a table. It prevents pressing creases into the opposite side of the fabric, which is a common problem when pressing sleeves flat on a full-size board.

A good cover makes a difference. Standard cotton covers compress quickly and don't reflect heat well. Laurastar covers are designed for even heat distribution and smooth fabric glide.

Available covers:

• Universal Ironing Board Cover: Fits most standard boards.
• Smart Series Cover: Sized for Laurastar Smart I and Smart U systems.
• Go-Series Cover: Replacement cover for Go-Series boards.

Replace your cover when it shows scorch marks, compression, or staining for the best pressing results.

Yes. Laurastar ironing boards work with any standard iron or steam iron. They are not limited to Laurastar irons. The boards are built heavier and wider than household boards, with better padding and heat distribution. For the best results, pair with a quality sewing iron that has consistent steam output and temperature control.

An ironing board is a freestanding surface at a comfortable standing height. A pressing mat is a portable pad that sits on any flat surface. Most sewists use both. The ironing board handles full garment pressing and large projects. The pressing mat stays next to the sewing machine for quick seam pressing between steps. Wool pressing mats also press from both sides by reflecting heat, which sets seams flatter than an ironing board alone.