All about the Placemats We all know tablecloths have been around for a long time. It ages back to the first century AD in Europe and has been used as a standard covering for a table. As part of the dining accessories, Placemats emerged somewhere around the twentieth century, as a replacement for the tablecloth. These cute & vibrant dining placemats have since seen a variety of transformations, in terms of their fabric, stitch, and pattern. What are Placemats? Placemats are compactly sized pads or covers provided for an individual sitting at the table. What is the best material for Placemats? There can be a different kind of fabrics used for the dining table Placemats. But, the best material is Cotton or Linen, due to their soft texture and easy maintenance. Why use Placemats? Placemats are a fun utilitarian addition to the dining table. They help protect the table from food stains and spills, heat damage, and water rings. They are placed on the table according to the number of pe