Cushions delicate dishes and stemware and is reversible for convenience and optimal performance * Absorbs up to 4 times its weight in water and radiates moisture from point of origin to keep countertops dry * Catches drips under a dish rack or place pots, pans, serveware and glassware directly on the mat * Protects your counter from scratches and scuffs when placed under small appliances such as a mixer or blender * Highly durable and machine washable in cold water with liquid detergent, tumble dry low