Description
This woven corn husk placemat brings a soft, natural texture to the table, with a round centre in the pale tone of the husk and a looped grey edge that frames it like the petals of a flower. The centre is made from twisted strands of husk coiled outwards from a single point, so the spiral pattern sits flat and even under a plate. Around it, a ring of open loops in grey and natural husk gives the outline its scalloped, flower-like shape. It measures 38cm across and 1.3cm deep, a generous size that holds a full dinner plate with a little space around it.
We think it suits any dining or kitchen table where you want a relaxed, rustic look rather than formal linen. Laid at each place, it gives everyday meals a little more care, and the pale centre lets bright plates and bowls stand out. The grey edge sits happily with warm wood, white tableware or painted furniture, and brings a cool, gentle note to a natural, country or coastal scheme. It works beyond mealtimes too: set one on a sideboard, dresser or console beneath a vase or a bowl of fruit, and it lends texture to a bare surface.
The placemat is made from corn husk with cotton, the husk twisted into rope-like strands for the spiral and the loops. At 1.3cm deep it has a little body to it and lies flat on the table. Like any natural fibre, it is happiest kept dry: shake or brush off crumbs after a meal, wipe marks gently with a damp cloth and leave it to dry flat before putting it away. Store it flat rather than folded so the loops keep their shape. For a simple, relaxed table, we like it laid with plain white plates and linen napkins, letting the grey edge and woven texture do the work.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Colour |
Grey |
| Material |
Corn husk & cotton |
| Length |
38cm |
| Width |
38cm |
| Height |
1.3cm |
| Weight |
0.172KG |
Frequently Asked
How big is this corn husk placemat?
It is round and measures 38cm across and 1.3cm deep, so a full-size dinner plate sits on it with a little space around the edge.
What is the placemat made of?
It is made from corn husk with cotton. The husk is twisted into rope-like strands, coiled into a spiral centre and worked into a looped edge.
What colour is it?
The centre is the pale, natural tone of the corn husk, and the looped border is grey twisted with natural husk, giving a soft two-tone edge.
How do I keep it clean?
Shake or brush off crumbs after use, wipe any marks gently with a damp cloth and let it dry flat. Natural fibres are best kept dry rather than soaked.
Can I use it anywhere other than the dining table?
Yes. It works well on a sideboard, dresser or console beneath a vase or a bowl of fruit, adding natural texture to a bare surface.
How should I store it between uses?
Store it flat rather than folded or rolled, so the spiral centre stays even and the loops around the edge keep their flower-like shape.