> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://therockdose.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Best Ironing Boards for Seniors With Pets at Home - URL: https://therockdose.com/best-pet-friendly-ironing-board-seniors/ - Published: 2026-09-07T07:22:58.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-07T09:49:26.000Z - Description: Six ironing boards ranked for older shoppers who share a home with cats or dogs, weighing stability, height, weight and storage against a pet-safe setup. - Author: Gabriela Chan - Tags: Irons & Steamers, Home Cleaning, Laundry The best pet friendly ironing board for seniors in this set is the Jakeefud Deluxe, a 43.3"L x 13.4"W full-size board that weighs 9.5 lb and folds flat for behind-the-door storage away from a curious cat. If your kitchen table is the pressing spot, the ZOES HOMEWARE tabletop at 4.12 lb sits on it without wobble and stows in a 2-inch-thick footprint. A quick warning first: none of these six listings publish a pet-specific feature, so treat "pet friendly" as a setup problem the user solves, not a spec the box ships with. The right board is the one an older shopper can raise, lower and carry without a pet underfoot changing the picture. In this guide 1. [Best pet friendly ironing board for seniors at a glance](#best-pet-friendly-ironing-board-for-seniors-at-a-glance) 2. [How I narrowed six boards from the ironing category](#how-i-narrowed-six-boards-from-the-ironing-category) 3. [What actually decides this purchase for an older shopper](#what-actually-decides-this-purchase-for-an-older-shopper) 4. [1\. Jakeefud Deluxe Ironing Board with Heat Resistant Cover — Best overall](#1-jakeefud-deluxe-ironing-board-with-heat-resistant-cover-%E2%80%94-best-overall) 5. [2\. Bartnelli by Rorets Ironing Board Made in Europe — Best premium](#2-bartnelli-by-rorets-ironing-board-made-in-europe-%E2%80%94-best-premium) 6. [3\. ENERGI CORE Ironing Board with Iron Rest — Best for families](#3-energi-core-ironing-board-with-iron-rest-%E2%80%94-best-for-families) 7. [4\. ZOES HOMEWARE Metal Mesh Panel Tabletop Ironing Board — Best for heavy use](#4-zoes-homeware-metal-mesh-panel-tabletop-ironing-board-%E2%80%94-best-for-heavy-use) 8. [5\. KINGBOARD Small Ironing Board with Iron Rest — Best lightweight](#5-kingboard-small-ironing-board-with-iron-rest-%E2%80%94-best-lightweight) 9. [6\. KINGBOARD Small Tabletop Ironing Board with Iron Rest — Best budget pick](#6-kingboard-small-tabletop-ironing-board-with-iron-rest-%E2%80%94-best-budget-pick) 10. [Does any ironing board qualify as pet friendly?](#does-any-ironing-board-qualify-as-pet-friendly) 11. [Full-size or tabletop: which suits a senior's home?](#full-size-or-tabletop-which-suits-a-seniors-home) 12. [What to check before the box is unpacked](#what-to-check-before-the-box-is-unpacked) 13. [The verdict](#the-verdict) 14. [FAQ](#faq) ## Best pet friendly ironing board for seniors at a glance | Pick | Size | Weight | Price | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------- | ------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Best overall**[Jakeefud Deluxe Ironing Board](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C71KP9Z2?tag=rockdose-20) | 43.3"L x 13.4"W | 9.5 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C71KP9Z2?tag=rockdose-20) | | **Best premium**[Bartnelli by Rorets Ironing Board](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3MKG5NJ?tag=rockdose-20) | 43 x 13 in, 29–36 in tall (claim) | 6.6 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3MKG5NJ?tag=rockdose-20) | | **Best for families**[ENERGI CORE Ironing Board](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GG4M4P43?tag=rockdose-20) | 45"L x 13"W, up to 35.5 in tall (claim) | 11.9 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GG4M4P43?tag=rockdose-20) | | **Best for heavy use**[ZOES HOMEWARE Tabletop Board](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1GTV1ZB?tag=rockdose-20) | 31.5" x 11.8" x 6.2" | 4.12 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1GTV1ZB?tag=rockdose-20) | | **Best lightweight**[KINGBOARD Small Ironing Board (Blue)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK6YM83Q?tag=rockdose-20) | 12.6 x 17.32 x 2.95 in | 3.22 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK6YM83Q?tag=rockdose-20) | | **Best budget pick**[KINGBOARD Small Tabletop Board (Grey)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8B7G9BV?tag=rockdose-20) | 30"L x 12"W | 3.73 lb | [Check Price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8B7G9BV?tag=rockdose-20) | ## How I narrowed six boards from the ironing category I started from the ironing boards category on Amazon and cut anything without a published weight or size, because those two numbers do the most work for an older shopper. Wobbly listings with a single generic photo went next. What survived is six boards with hard specs and clear folding claims. Three are full-size with legs, three are tabletop. Every one has a heat-resistant cover and an iron rest. Here is what got cut, and why: - Boards without a published weight. A senior needs to know what they are lifting before it arrives. - Wall-mounted units. Installation raises drilling and stud-finding, which puts the job outside the buyer. - Boards with no folded dimension. If it does not stow, a pet will treat it as furniture. None of the surviving listings claims a pet-specific feature. That is not a failure of the shortlist; it is how the ironing category is written. The way you make an ironing board pet friendly is by the height you set, the flooring you stand it on, and where you stow it between uses. The picks below are ranked on how easily an older buyer can do those three things. ## What actually decides this purchase for an older shopper Most guides on ironing boards for seniors compare cover thickness. That is not what decides it. Two figures do: the weight of the board itself, and whether the legs adjust low enough to iron sitting down. Cover thickness matters at the margins, but a 12 lb board a user cannot carry out of the closet never gets used, and a fixed-height board that only stands at 35 inches forces standing sessions of half an hour. The set here splits cleanly on weight. The three tabletops sit between 3.22 lb and 4.12 lb, light enough for arthritic hands. The three full-size boards run 6.6 lb, 9.5 lb and 11.9 lb. Above 10 lb, most older users need two hands and a clear path, which is where a wandering dog becomes a trip hazard. Height adjustment matters just as much. The Bartnelli lists a 29–36 inch range as a manufacturer claim. The ENERGI CORE lists up to 35.5 inches. Neither seller publishes a minimum height low enough for a seated user, so treat "seated ironing" as something to test at home rather than a promise the listing makes. ## 1\. Jakeefud Deluxe Ironing Board with Heat Resistant Cover — Best overall **A full-size board light enough for one-handed carry, with non-skid feet the listing highlights for wood and tile floors.** [![Jakeefud Deluxe full-size ironing board with heat-resistant cover — the balance of surface area and 9.5 lb weight this pick is built on](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21iwymznazL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C71KP9Z2?tag=rockdose-20) **Best for:** an older shopper who wants a full-size board that still folds light **Skip it if:** you only iron at a kitchen table The Jakeefud earns Best overall on the trade-off between size and weight. At 43.3"L x 13.4"W it takes a shirt in one pass, and at 9.5 lb it stays under the 10 lb line most seniors can lift comfortably with one hand on the frame. Jakeefud says the non-skid feet protect tile and wood flooring, which matters in a home where a cat walks under the legs or a small dog leans against them. The 13"x43" steel mesh top is the same ventilated pattern the pricier picks use. Jakeefud claims the silicone iron rest helps heat dissipate and eases wrist fatigue during longer sessions. Model XLB-142CM is the version I read against, with folded dimensions of 35 x 52 x 13 inches suited to a hall closet or a hook behind a door. Against the Bartnelli it gives up a published height range, and against the ENERGI CORE it gives up two inches of length. What it does not give up is the balance a senior needs: full-size ironing without the 11.9 lb lift. **Pros:** - Full 43.3"L x 13.4"W surface at 9.5 lb - Non-skid feet called out for tile and wood floors - Silicone iron rest reduces heat contact with the frame - Folds flat for behind-the-door storage - Steel mesh top for steam venting **Cons:** - No adjustable height range in the published specs - Only one seller lists it, so a return goes back to a single party - Heavier than any tabletop in this set [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C71KP9Z2?tag=rockdose-20) ## 2\. Bartnelli by Rorets Ironing Board Made in Europe — Best premium **The only full-size pick with a published height range, and at 6.6 lb the lightest legged board here.** [![Bartnelli by Rorets full-size ironing board with adjustable steel legs — the height and pad build this premium pick is built on](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41s11Rb2zpL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3MKG5NJ?tag=rockdose-20) **Best for:** someone who irons weekly and wants adjustable height with a thicker pad **Skip it if:** you want the cheapest working board in this set The Bartnelli sits at the most expensive position in the set for a reason. Bartnelli says the legs preset to heights between 29 and 36 inches, which is the widest range published across these six. For a senior of shorter stature, a 29-inch minimum is worth confirming against a seated ironing setup at home. The 43 x 13.5 inch surface plus a 10-inch iron rest matches the Jakeefud on usable area. At 6.6 lb this is the lightest full-size board in the shortlist by a clear margin. That figure alone answers a common problem: older shoppers who want legs, not a tabletop, but cannot lift the 11.9 lb ENERGI CORE. Bartnelli describes a 4-layer cover of foam, felt and fabric, which they say lets clothes drape without sticking. Model 9738-43013 has folded dimensions of 3 x 48 x 14 inches. Two sellers list it, which gives a buyer a second party to deal with if something arrives damaged. Against the Jakeefud, it trades a bit of steadying weight for the adjustable height. Against the ENERGI CORE, it trades two inches of length for 5.3 lb less to carry. **Pros:** - 29 to 36 inch height claim, the widest in this set - Lightest full-size board here at 6.6 lb - 4-layer cover described by the maker - Two sellers on the listing - 10-inch iron rest built into the length **Cons:** - The most expensive pick here - No published minimum height low enough for confirmed seated ironing - Height claim is the manufacturer's, not an independent measurement [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3MKG5NJ?tag=rockdose-20) ## 3\. ENERGI CORE Ironing Board with Iron Rest — Best for families **The longest surface in the set at 45 inches, sized for shirts, trousers and full-length linens.** [![ENERGI CORE 45-inch full-size ironing board with hexagon-pattern cover — the surface area this family pick is built on](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rPiet9TiL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GG4M4P43?tag=rockdose-20) **Best for:** a household ironing shirts, trousers and linens together **Skip it if:** you struggle to lift anything over 10 lb The ENERGI CORE gives you two extra inches over the Jakeefud and Bartnelli, and it is the only board here that pushes past 43 inches. ENERGI CORE says the top adjusts up to 35.5 inches for an ergonomic stance. That upper end suits a taller user; a shorter senior needs to check the minimum in person. At 11.9 lb, this is the heaviest board in the shortlist. That is the honest trade for the surface area: more steel means more to carry. If the board lives set up in a laundry room rather than being carried in and out of a closet, the weight becomes an asset, because it steadies the frame while an iron slides across long linens. The maker calls the frame heavy-duty and reinforced, and the feet non-slip. The hexagon-pattern grey cover is thick enough to stop steam from marking the pad underneath, on the ENERGI CORE's own description. If a pet friendly setup means the board stays deployed with the iron unplugged and cool, this is the pick that best accommodates leaving it up on a landing or in a laundry space. **Pros:** - 45-inch surface, the longest in the set - Height claim up to 35.5 inches - Perforated steel mesh top for steam flow - Integrated iron rest tray - Non-slip feet on a reinforced frame **Cons:** - 11.9 lb is the heaviest full-size board here - Only one seller lists it - No published minimum height figure [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GG4M4P43?tag=rockdose-20) ## 4\. ZOES HOMEWARE Metal Mesh Panel Tabletop Ironing Board — Best for heavy use **A tabletop with a full-size mesh panel and a folded thickness of 2 inches, built for repeat weekly sessions on a table.** [![ZOES HOMEWARE tabletop ironing board with metal mesh panel and cotton pad — the near full-size surface and 4.12 lb build this pick is built on](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41tZOXq8rHL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1GTV1ZB?tag=rockdose-20) **Best for:** a senior who irons on a sturdy dining table **Skip it if:** you need a free-standing board with legs The ZOES HOMEWARE is the tabletop I would pick for the reader who irons two or three loads a week and does not want to bend to a fixed height. The mesh panel is the same style used on the full-size boards, so heat vents rather than pooling under the cover. ZOES HOMEWARE says the 8mm cotton pad with a heat-resistant top layer protects the table underneath. At 31.5" x 11.8" x 6.2", it is the largest tabletop here, and at 4.12 lb it is still light enough to move one-handed. When folded, the board is 2 inches thick, which slides behind a sideboard or into a cupboard where a curious pet will not find it. The maker calls out cushioned hinges that hold the fold, which matters if arthritic hands cannot squeeze a stiff latch. Against the KINGBOARD tabletops, it wins on surface area by a clear margin: 31.5 inches long against 30\. That extra length is what makes the difference on a dress shirt sleeve. The trade-off is that it needs a table to work on, and the table needs to be stable, which rules out flimsy folding trays. **Pros:** - Largest tabletop surface in this shortlist - 4.12 lb weight, second-lightest board here - Only 2 inches thick when folded - Cushioned hinges hold the fold shut - Metal mesh panel described as full-size style **Cons:** - Needs a sturdy table to work on - No legs, so no seated ironing at a set height - Only one seller lists it [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1GTV1ZB?tag=rockdose-20) ## 5\. KINGBOARD Small Ironing Board with Iron Rest — Best lightweight **At 3.22 lb, the lightest board in this set, sized for touch-ups rather than full loads.** [![KINGBOARD blue tabletop ironing board with iron rest — the 3.22 lb weight this lightweight pick is built on](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51rYGVVKmYL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK6YM83Q?tag=rockdose-20) **Best for:** arthritic hands that need the lightest board here **Skip it if:** you press full-length curtains or bed linen The blue KINGBOARD is the lightest board in the shortlist by weight. That figure, 3.22 lb, is the reason it earns a place: for a senior whose grip is failing, carrying anything heavier from a closet is a real barrier. The board measures 12.6 x 17.32 x 2.95 inches, which fits a folded shirt or a set of collars but not a bedsheet. KINGBOARD describes the padded felt underlay and 100% cotton cover as heat-resistant, and the mesh design as breathable. Three sellers list it, which is the highest offer count in this shortlist. If one seller is out of stock or slow, a buyer has alternatives, which matters more than it looks: for an older buyer who returns to a listing weeks later, options are peace of mind. Against the grey KINGBOARD budget pick, this blue board is half a pound lighter, and the folded footprint is the same. Against the ZOES HOMEWARE it gives up 1.5 inches of length and the metal panel construction, in exchange for being the easiest board here to pick up. **Pros:** - 3.22 lb, the lightest weight in this set - Three sellers list it, the highest offer count here - Compact 2.95-inch folded thickness - Mesh panel for steam venting - 100% cotton cover on a felt underlay **Cons:** - Small surface, no good for large linens - Needs a table to work on - Model number reads simply as 1230D-12 with limited maker background published [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK6YM83Q?tag=rockdose-20) ## 6\. KINGBOARD Small Tabletop Ironing Board with Iron Rest — Best budget pick **The cheapest of the six, a compact tabletop for occasional pressing and small items.** [![KINGBOARD grey tabletop ironing board with iron rest — the compact 30-inch surface this budget pick is built on](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41Xex05C0rL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8B7G9BV?tag=rockdose-20) **Best for:** an occasional presser watching what they spend **Skip it if:** you want more than one seller on the listing for backup The grey KINGBOARD is the cheapest of the six here and does the basics well. It measures 30"L x 12"W and weighs 3.73 lb, which is a hair heavier than the blue KINGBOARD but still the second-lightest in the shortlist. KINGBOARD says the folded size is 12"x16.5", which fits behind a wardrobe or in the space between a washer and a wall. This is a touch-up board. If most weeks bring a couple of shirts, a scarf, or a pillowcase, that is what it is built for. Ironing a duvet cover on it will end in frustration. For a senior who used to iron a full weekly load and now only does small pieces, that shift down in scale is the point of the pick. The one flag is the offer count: only one seller lists it. If the seller runs out, there is nowhere to fall back to inside the same listing. The blue KINGBOARD, listed by three sellers, is worth the small step up in price for a buyer who wants that safety net. Against the ZOES HOMEWARE it gives up 1.5 inches of length and the sturdier hinge design. **Pros:** - Cheapest of the six here - 3.73 lb, easy to lift with one hand - 100% cotton cover on padded felt - Small folded size for tight storage - Integrated iron rest **Cons:** - Only one seller listed - Smaller surface than the blue KINGBOARD and the ZOES HOMEWARE - No legs, no height adjustment [Check Price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8B7G9BV?tag=rockdose-20) ## Does any ironing board qualify as pet friendly? Not in the strict sense. None of these six listings publishes a feature labelled pet safe or pet friendly. The category is written for laundry, not for cats and dogs. What the listings do publish, and what the reader can use, is the material data: weight, folded thickness, non-slip feet, and iron rest style. Those numbers decide whether a household with pets can set the board up, iron a load, and stow it before an animal knocks anything over. Here is the practical translation: 1. **Weight the pet can knock over.** A 3.22 lb tabletop moves if a dog bumps it. A 9.5 lb full-size board with non-skid feet does not. 2. **Folded thickness for storage.** A 2-inch folded board disappears behind a door. A 3-inch one still fits, but a bulky legged board with a wide fold does not. 3. **Iron rest style.** A silicone-padded rest, like the one Jakeefud describes, keeps the iron contact area cooler than bare metal, which matters if a curious tail brushes the rest. Treat "pet friendly ironing" as three habits: iron with the pet in another room, unplug and store before you leave the room, and never rest a hot iron on a board that could tip. The best pet friendly ironing board for seniors, in the strict reading of these listings, is the one that supports those three habits with the least effort. That is what puts the Jakeefud at the top. ## Full-size or tabletop: which suits a senior's home? The split comes down to two questions: how much do you iron in a week, and where does the board live between uses? Full-size boards suit anyone who irons a weekly load. Legs mean no dining table to clear, and adjustable height, where published, means the board rises to the user rather than the user bending down. The Jakeefud, Bartnelli and ENERGI CORE are the three legged options here, at 9.5 lb, 6.6 lb and 11.9 lb. Of those three, only the Bartnelli publishes a specific height range, though ENERGI CORE names an upper figure. Tabletop boards suit someone who irons small items and has a sturdy dining or kitchen table to use. They are the answer for a senior with a small apartment, or for a caregiver looking to make ironing possible while seated at a table. The ZOES HOMEWARE at 4.12 lb, and the two KINGBOARD tabletops at 3.22 lb and 3.73 lb, cover this need. The pet angle nudges the choice, too. A legged board with non-skid feet is more forgiving of a dog brushing past. A tabletop puts the whole session up on a surface a cat cannot easily reach, provided the cable trails safely away from the edge. ## What to check before the box is unpacked Before you press the buy button, run the arriving board past four checks. None of them needs a specification you cannot find in the listing. - **The minimum height.** If the board is legged and the user wants to iron sitting, ask a taller friend to test the lowest setting first. Neither Bartnelli's 29-inch minimum nor ENERGI CORE's up-to-35.5-inch figure guarantees seated use. - **The folded dimension.** Measure the space you plan to store it in first. The Jakeefud folds to 35 x 52 x 13 inches. The Bartnelli folds to 3 x 48 x 14\. Both need a hook or a slot at least 48 inches long. - **The iron rest position.** For a right-handed user, most iron rests sit at the narrow end. Confirm which side by the product image before assembly. - **The seller.** Where offer count is 1, you are dealing with a single seller for returns. Where it is 2 or 3, you have alternatives inside the same listing. Two habits are worth building on top of these checks. Iron with the door closed if there is a puppy in the house, and never coil the cord across the floor between the board and the outlet. Both cost nothing and both prevent the kind of accident that ends an ironing session with a vet bill. ## The verdict The Jakeefud Deluxe wins the best pet friendly ironing board for seniors, on the balance of full-size surface and 9.5 lb weight, with non-skid feet the maker calls out for wood and tile floors. Two conditions flip that recommendation. The first is height. If the user is tall or wants a documented height range, the Bartnelli by Rorets is the better buy at 6.6 lb with a claimed 29 to 36 inch adjustment. It is the most expensive pick here, and it earns the position with the adjustable legs and the four-layer cover the maker describes. The second is table use. If ironing happens at a kitchen table, drop the legs entirely and get the ZOES HOMEWARE tabletop. At 4.12 lb, 31.5 inches long and 2 inches thick folded, it is the tabletop that comes closest to a full-size experience. For anyone whose weekly load has shrunk to a couple of shirts and a scarf, the blue KINGBOARD at 3.22 lb is the lightest lift in this shortlist. The one board I would only suggest with a caveat is the ENERGI CORE. Its 45-inch surface is the best in the set for long linens, but 11.9 lb is too much lift for many older shoppers. ## FAQ ### Is any of these boards truly designed for pet households? Truly designed for pet households, none of the six is. No listing publishes a pet-specific feature. What the listings do publish is the weight, the folded thickness, and the non-slip feet, and those decide whether a home with a cat or dog can set the board up safely. The Jakeefud calls out non-skid feet for wood and tile floors, which is the closest any listing here comes. ### Is the Bartnelli worth the premium price position? Worth the premium price position, the Bartnelli earns it for a shopper who irons weekly and wants an adjustable height. It publishes a 29 to 36 inch range as a maker claim, the widest here. At 6.6 lb, it is the lightest full-size board in the shortlist, which matters for a senior lifting it from a closet. Two sellers list it, which offers a return safety net the cheaper picks lack. ### How does the Jakeefud compare with the ENERGI CORE? The Jakeefud compares with the ENERGI CORE on a clear trade. The Jakeefud is 43.3 inches long and 9.5 lb; the ENERGI CORE is 45 inches long and 11.9 lb. Two inches of extra surface costs 2.4 lb of lift. For a senior with a full weekly load and a set-up laundry space, the ENERGI CORE earns the room. For anyone carrying the board in and out, the Jakeefud is the safer default. ### Can these boards adjust low enough to iron sitting down? Adjust low enough to iron sitting down is not a promise any of these listings makes. The Bartnelli claims a minimum of 29 inches, and the ENERGI CORE names an upper figure only. Both fall short of the roughly 24 to 27 inch range a seated user typically needs at a dining chair. A tabletop board on a table sized for the user is a more reliable route to seated ironing. ### What is the biggest mistake buyers make in this category? The biggest mistake buyers make in this category is buying on cover thickness. The cover matters, but weight and folded size matter more, especially for an older shopper. A 12 lb board stays in the closet. A board that folds too bulky to store never gets put away, which is the exact problem a curious pet exploits. Start with weight and folded dimensions, then look at the cover. Set the board up before you commit to a routine. Iron a single shirt, at the height that feels natural, with the pet out of the room. If the board wobbles or the height is wrong, the return window is the time to swap. The Jakeefud is the pick I would start with for most older shoppers, because its 9.5 lb weight and full-size surface hit the balance the category rewards. The Bartnelli takes over the moment adjustable height matters more than a low price. And the ZOES HOMEWARE is the answer whenever a stable dining table is already the pressing spot in the house. *Last updated: September 12, 2026\. Product availability re-checked.* *This page contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.*