tablemat
Under the plate
A tablemat is a protective pad placed under a dish or serving bowl to shield the table surface from heat and moisture.
Also called a placemat, though placemat more often refers to the setting for an individual diner, while tablemat suggests protection for a single hot dish: Put a tablemat under that casserole.
Protective dining surface cover
- coasterPad under drinks
- trivetHeat-resistant kitchen stand
- napkinMealtime wiping cloth
- chargerPower-restoring device or mount
centerpiece · dinnerware · cutlery · flatware · silverware · glassware · plate · bowl
Plant fiber for textiles
- linenFlax-derived textile
- bambooTall woody grass
- corkTree bark bottle seal
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
woven · rattan · jute · seagrass · vinyl · plastic · felt · hemp
Unaffected by high temperatures
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
- non-slipPrevents unwanted movement
- stain-resistantRepels marks and discoloration
- scratch-proofCannot be scratched
insulating · washable · spillproof · surface · barrier · cushioning · padding · wipeable
Recurring arrangement or template
- designPurposeful creative planning
- embroideryDecorative stitching on fabric
- motifRecurring thematic element
- colorfulFull of varied hues
handwoven · artisanal · texture · elegance · craftsmanship · vintage · rustic · monogrammed
placemat
Protective dining surface cover
charger · centerpiece · dinnerware · cutlery · flatware · silverware · glassware · plate · bowl · saucer
cotton
Plant fiber for textiles
silicone · woven · rattan · jute · seagrass · vinyl · plastic · felt · hemp · raffia
heat-resistant
Unaffected by high temperatures
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
- non-slipPrevents unwanted movement
- stain-resistantRepels marks and discoloration
scratch-proof · insulating · washable · spillproof · surface · barrier · cushioning · padding · wipeable · durable
pattern
Recurring arrangement or template
- designPurposeful creative planning
- embroideryDecorative stitching on fabric
- motifRecurring thematic element
colorful · handwoven · artisanal · texture · elegance · craftsmanship · vintage · rustic · monogrammed · printed