On The Table

Place Mats

It is that time of year when the evenings are getting longer and with Christmas not too far away people’s thoughts turn to dinner parties and having guests round. But whether you are simply sitting down to tea or entertaining a room full of guests, having a set of placemats is important to protect your dining table.

There are various types of place mats on the market so here is our quick guide to placemats and coasters

Table Mats and Coasters

Table mats and coasters have been around ever since I can remember. Sitting up to the table at meal times, Mum would set the table with a full matching set of placemats and coasters that would protect the table from hot plates and drinks.