Hand made in Italy by skilled Craftsmen, the 220IB is the pinnacle of ironing board excellence. This is an ironing board made without compromise. It was designed to provide maximum stability and features to make ironing less work. Not all ironing boards are made the same. We use traditional tube frame construction and a galvanized metal mesh screen so your investment will last. Simplify your ironing experience with a Conex Heat Resistant Zone. Conex allows you to place your iron on the board with no worries, this safe zone is heat resistant to 400º F and id flame retardent.