Take a look at the iron used in your home. It isn't heavy to lift, and has a handle that fits your hand easily. It looks graceful and has a smooth bottom, called the sole plate. And it may have a narrow, pointed tip which is helpful in ironing pleats, corners and gathers.
Your iron has a smooth bottom called the sole plate.
The Iron and Safety
If you are going to learn to do some ironing yourself, the most important thing for you to remember is SAFETY. You should read all about the iron first in the instructions which came with it.
Never use an iron carelessly. Remember the safety rules:
1. An iron should never be left even for a few minutes without being disconnected. Turn off by removing the plug from the outlet, or by turning the control lever to "off."
Take hold of the plug—not the cord—when you disconnect it from the outlet.
2. Let the iron cool before putting it away.