This is a very nice ironing board compared to any I've ever used.  I like the extra length & width for ironing pants, jeans and curtains.  The only thing that is a bit off putting is that the ironing board cover is, as best I can describe it, "sticky" when the iron glides off your garment or fabric - as if the heat were too hot.  I liken it to having the iron "catch" the fabric if the setting is too high.  It doesn't interfere with the actual ironing but even on lower settings, the iron doesn't "glide" over this cover.  All in all, it is very sturdy and I am very satisfied with it & I like the area that is heat resistant so that you can set the iron down flat while adjusting your fabric & pick it back up before the fabric setting or adjustment is lost.