This ironing board is a must for anyone tailoring, sewing and altering suits. It is very sturdy and I have no worry that it will collapse with pressure because it has a metal frame. It sets conveniently on top of my regular ironing board when in use and is lightweight and easy to move when finished. It has two sides which is fantastic. I use it to get professional results pressing sleeve hems and cuffs. Without it there is no way to press a sleeve flat. I use it in all my sewing and tailoring.