The Best Place Mat

Buying Guide

Placemats are such practical table settings to have handy. Whether you like to make a style statement, have little messy eaters, or want to preserve a beautiful dining table, there’s a placemat for you. Studies show that placemats can even aid in mealtime for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. Don’t get dizzy looking for the right placemat; let’s just look at a few of the top picks in the category.

If you are lucky enough to have little people at your dining table, placemats are a must-have. Whether you have a family heirloom or just a hand-me-down table, keeping it clean and orderly is important. Kids will love having a designated space that is all for them when mealtime comes around. They can help you pick it out or you can opt for an educational placemat. There are sets of four placemats that feature maps, space facts and human anatomy facts. They not only teach children, but can also prompt healthy dinnertime conversations.

There are many cues and environmental aids that are used to assist dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. Caretakers are advised to implement as many modifications to the environment as possible. For instance, it is shown that a square table is preferred over round tables because of definitive spaces. The same applies to placemats for these patients. In addition, soft color palettes and matte finishes are best for minimal glare. The BETEAM Heat-Resistant Placemats are the perfect set for patients struggling with these illnesses.

Placemats can provide a definitive style to your table as well as practicality. The Pauwer Woven Vinyl Placemats and the U’Artlines Vinyl Non-Slip Washable Placemats are two options for adding style to the table. You can turn an ordinary table setting into a chic party-ready table with these versatile placemats. Plus, these vinyl placemats are super easy to clean and come in several colors.

As you can see, placemats can be more than just a pretty table décor. Use them to teach your kids, help make mealtime easier for a struggling patient, or just use them to preserve your furniture. Find a placemat that speaks to you and keep it handy for all your meals.

• Ideally, you’ll want a 33-centimeter by 45-centimeter place mat to ensure full coverage.
• Fabrics like cotton, with good absorption qualities, are best when you have kids and spillage is a common occurrence.
• Have fun and use placemats both for everyday use and to spice up your table for a dinner party or special occasion.
• If you choose a plastic material for kids, be sure it has non-slip features on the bottom.