I found a wide ironing board several years ago at Costco, but I haven't seen one there recently. I think it's the same one you're talking about at Walmart. It is better than my previous skinny board, but I would really like one that is the same width along its whole length, but I don't need it enough to bother making one. I pre-wash all my fabric and press it. I can't remember the last time I needed a narrow spot on the ironing board. If clothing needs ironing I just don't buy it, or wear it wrinkled I guess.