It is made of metal. I saw a picture of one on craigslist, but it didn't say if it was from the 50's

 

logo Im Trying To Find Out If The Old Sheet Press/ironing Board I Have Is Worth Anything.  It Is From The 1950s
Family Press FP202L 32x10 Digital Steam Ironing Press
Family Press FP202L 32x10 Digital Steam Ironing Press
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Ironing Press Family Press FP202L
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