The 5 Best Drafting Boards
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Drafting Board
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For this post, I have put together a collection of the best drafting boards currently available.
UPDATED: February 9, 2021.
MY TOP PICK:
If you are looking for the best overall, I recommend the Martin Pro-Draft drafting board because it features an aluminum body straightedge, a five-position adjustable stand, and a 20” x 26” work surface.
Along with a T-square (if the board does not include a straightedge), pencil, and chair, a drafting board is a must-have item for hand drawing as an architect or student.
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The following boards use quality materials and a range of adjustments to make sure your drafting board works for you.
So here is my list of The 10 Best Drafting Boards.
Enjoy!
1. Martin Pro-Draft Adjustable Angle Parallel Drafting Board (20" x 26")
The Martin Pro-Draft Adjustable Angle Parallel Drafting Board uses an aluminum body straightedge for strength and stability.
Equipped with a five-position adjustable stand.
Includes adjustment knobs to align the straight-edge with the drawing to maintain a parallel line.
Features a 20 inch by 26-inch board size.
Comes with rubber feet to prevent movement on the table surface.
Includes a carrying handle.
2. SoHo Urban Drafting Board (19.75" x 29.5")
The SoHo Urban Drafting Board features an all-wood design with a smooth maple colored surface.
Features an integrated base that allows the surface to be easily adjusted from flat up to an angle of 80 degrees.
Equipped with a bottom lip to hold a range of drawing supplies and prevent them from rolling off of the edge while working.
Compact, folding design for convenient transportation and storage.
Weighs just 8.3 pounds for easy moving.
19.75" x 29.5" board size.
3. U.S. Art Supply Drafting Board (26" x 21")
The U.S. Art Supply Drafting Board is constructed from seasoned beechwood.
Features five adjustable angle settings that range from flat up to 80 degrees.
Includes a lip on the lower edge to hold pencils or other drawing supplies.
Finished with natural oil.
Features a 26" x 21” working area.
Includes a T-square.
4. The Art Institutes Drafting Board (18" x 24")
The Art Institutes drafting board is a simple tabletop lightweight option for a beginner or student.
Features unfinished wood veneer surfaces.
Equipped with aluminum side edges for easy sliding of a T-square.
Features a hollow honeycomb interior that makes the board rigid yet lightweight.
Offers an 18-inch x 24-inch board size.
Requires a T-square for drafting.
5. Alvin PXB24 PXB Series Drafting Board (18" x 24")
The Alvin PXB24 PXB Series Drafting Board features a straightedge with a cross-wire and pulley system underneath keeps it parallel in any position.
Aluminum straightedge with soft, rubber edges for enhanced grip, comfort and control.
Clear acrylic blade includes inking edges underneath to minimize smudging.
Brake mechanisms on each end of straightedge for secure locking.
Top-mounted adjustment knobs on each end of straightedge for fine-tuning.
Smooth, melamine surface
Rubber-dipped folding metal leg ends to prevent scratching of work surface.
18 inch x 24 inch board size.
I hope this list has been helpful, if I left out a drafting board you think is important, let me know in the comments below.
Thanks for reading, see also my posts on:
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Good luck!
Brandon Hubbard, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
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