Walfos Silicone Microwave Mats, Heat Resistant Multi-Purpose Microwave Trivet Mat, Non-Slip Hot Pads, BPA Free Silicone Mats for Microwave, Oven, Hot Pan, Pot (Grey)

Review of Walfos Round Hot Pads. The 12 inch round is just smaller that 12 so that is fits inside my GE microwave glass platter - what I bougth it for. My microwave cavity is a bit high for me and this 'hot pad' allows me to cradle a hot bowl of soup without burning my fingers or slopping it around trying to slide a pot holder uner it. I just pull up the EASY TO GRAB sides and cradel the bowl with the thick insulating sides. There is lies my one conflict in reviewing this product - it has a pattern of ridges or dare say molded grooves in the silicon underneath. The smooth top is easy to wipe and the molding underneath provides a small lip around the top both to catch boilovers and splashes as well as easy grab point to fold up the hot pad around what you are heating. BUT those grooves / ridges are a pain in the arse to rinse out and DRY. You can not simply put the pad back into the microwave - the water will be trapped between the pad and glass and boil when next used. That water can pop, make steam in cavity and make for hot spots underneath what you are cooking. Simply let it drain - So I now have a clip under micowave to let it drip dry onto stovetop before next use. But it is so useful that I did not ding it to 4 stars

These are the best things since sliced bread. They are beautiful and I love having them on my counter. Super easy to wipe down after each use and it is replacing our old one that was big, hard to open, hard to clean, hard to dry, etc. Cannot wait to get rid of it. Great value, going to buy more for Christmas gifts !!

For years I have had a plastic cover that you can place over a bowl or plate in the microwave to help with the splatter. I saw this advertised, and really thought I would like it better, as it has a much smaller footprint when stored inside the microwave. But, really, most things I reheat are not completely contained inside a bowl or dish, and this just isn't practical to put over something sitting on a plate (let's say a piece of lasagna). But, the product is as described, so it's hard to take off too many stars. It does work fine when placing over a bowl or other dish, so long as the food is completely under the side wall of the bowl. In that case, it works great.

Keep the large one in my microwave. Helps keep it clean with spillover but more importantly it allows me to remove hot items easily without burning my hands. Perfect as trivets also.

Very happy with this purchase. Mats are flexible yet sturdy. Keep microwave glass tray protected. Quiets the clinking sound when glass or stone wear is placed on microwave tray. Mats are versatile. Can also be used as trivets, spoon rests, pot cover rests…..

The silicone mats are a excellent addition to the kitchen. Makes it easy and safe to remove dishes from the microwave and set on the counter.

This is one of those things you never really knew you needed. Trust me, once you use them, you'll wonder why you hadn't bought them years ago!

I use the larger one on top of the glass tray in the microwave. It acts as a cushion and is easier to clean.