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
ROWENTA STEAM n PRESS IRON
ROWENTA STEAM n PRESS IRON
Paypal   US $12.00
HD Cast Iron Bench Grinder Vise Drill Press Stand 30 Height Floor Mounted Bolts
HD Cast Iron Bench Grinder Vise Drill Press Stand 30 Height Floor Mounted Bolts
Paypal   US $49.99
CONAIR PALM PRESS CLOTHING IRON
CONAIR PALM PRESS CLOTHING IRON
Paypal   US $15.99