Material and feel - Hand-woven from thick cotton, tightly woven for a soft, comfortable touch that handles heavy pots and pans with confidence Insulation and durability - About 0.6 inch thick for strong heat insulation - Protects countertops from heat and scorching - Reversible design: both front and back usable - Washable and ironable; suitable for hand wash or machine wash Non-slip performance - Unique woven texture provides a non-slip grip to keep dishes and hot utensils securely in place Multi-purpose use - Flexible material grips hot dishes or pans securely - Can be placed under most hot pots or pans - Also suitable for holding hot cups or teapots Care and safety - Surface temperature of placed items should not exceed 150 C to avoid burning the mat - Can be washed and ironed for easy maintenance