On 3/12/2013 1:21 PM, Kalmia wrote:

> I wonder what the advantage is vs. a plain terry towel laid flat with
> dishes on it. Those mats are one more thing to dry itself and
> store.
>
> Anyone see any benefit to be derived?
>
I use one mostly because I bought it on sale at some outlet and once I
started using it, I like it. At the same place I found a pet placemat
made out of the same absorbent material, and I use it under the water
dish for my cats that I keep in the dining room. Hardwood floors so I
like that it soaks up any drips and it also has a non-skid underside.