I am using as an ironing board for quilting and upholstery. I added a piece of plywood cut to 24" x 60" padded it And made a cover for it. I attached the board with clips used to hang brooms and attached the clips to the handles ot the island. The top is not real wood so I used the plywood because I was afraid the iron would be to hot for the top. I use the shelves for bolts of upholstery fabric.