How To Use These Harbor Freight Products To DIY An Ironing Table
The practice of ironing clothes dates back thousands of years and is believed to have originated in China. Before the invention of electricity, people would heat slabs of iron over wood-burning stoves. The electric iron was a popular household device by the 1920s and steam irons were introduced the following decade. Although ironing has become far more convenient over time, there are still some challenges that may bubble up. For instance, you may not have a good spot to store a standard ironing board. If that's the case, you can find a space-saving solution at Harbor Freight, a popular discount hardware retailer.
This hack, which was shared by TikTok creator @delmarva.daisy, requires only a few supplies and should not cost more than $50. First, and most crucially, you'll need an iron. You can purchase a Black & Decker Easy Steam Compact Iron from Macy's for about $15. Next, you'll need a table. Any table will do, but preferably use one that can withstand a little bit of heat and moisture. Now you're ready to get your supplies from Harbor Freight. You'll need one 18-inch by 72-inch Nonslip Toolbox Solid Liner, which you can purchase for $8. Also purchase a 9-foot by 12-foot Canvas Drop Cloth for $16. If you have an ironing board you'd like to get rid of in exchange for this more efficient solution, you can upcycle an old ironing board to make the most of a small laundry room.
Tips for putting together an ironing table
While this project is affordable, using a toolbox liner and a drop cloth rather than an ironing board may not necessarily be a less expensive alternative (as you can purchase an ironing board for about $20). Instead, unlike an ironing board, you can fold these tarps into compact squares and store them on a shelf in your laundry room.
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The first step is to measure the dimensions of the table. Then you should mark and cut your tarps accordingly. You may want your tarps to be somewhat larger than the dimensions of the table. Your drop cloth will provide a heat-resistant barrier to prevent your table from burning. The cloth will also prevent your articles of clothing from slipping as you iron them. The toolbox liner is designed to create a moisture barrier to protect tools, but it can also protect your table from steam. Place the toolbox liner on top of the table and cover it with the drop cloth. Then you can iron your drop cloth to flatten it against the table. If you have any foam or cotton batting lying around, you can also use that material.
If you liked this project, you can keep the DIY ball rolling by turning an old dresser into an ironing board that will double as storage for your laundry room. You can also upcycle a wire cart into a portable ironing board with a simple DIY.