This is a very good ironing board cover. It has a spongy foam backing attached to give the necessary cushioning for ironing. I initially made the mistake of buying the silver cover from elsewhere without the foam padding. No use! I could have purchased the padded layer from Brabantia to go under it but when I saw all the lovely patterned covers I decided to get an ‘all in one’ which I bought in the lovely blue and white fresh breeze design. It is seamed around the edges for a great fit and was easy to put on. It looks pretty and cheers me up when I do my ironing!