Placemats

Placemats provide a simple way to protect your tables while elevating presentation in restaurants, cafes, hotels and catered events. This range includes durable PVC placemats, faux leather designs, woven textures and disposable paper options to suit everything from casual dining to premium service. Designed for commercial use, they help shield surfaces from heat, spills and scratches while keeping tables looking smart between turns. Easy to clean and quick to reset, they support efficient, hygienic service in busy Irish hospitality venues.

• Hardwearing PVC placemats that are heat resistant and easy to wipe clean between services.
• Faux leather placemats for a modern, premium look in hotel restaurants and upscale dining rooms.
• Woven and textured placemats that add warmth and character to relaxed or rustic table settings.
• Disposable paper placemats in bulk packs for fast service, high turnover or hygiene critical operations.
• Multiple colours, finishes and patterns to coordinate with existing table linen, crockery and brand styling.
• Commercial grade designs sized to fit standard place settings and withstand daily professional use.

How to choose the right Placemats

• Match the material to your service style: choose PVC or faux leather for everyday restaurant use, and paper for quick turnover or high hygiene demands.
• Consider durability and cleaning: select wipe clean, stain resistant options for busy dining rooms with frequent table resets.
• Check size and coverage so each placemat comfortably fits plates, cutlery and glassware without overcrowding the table.
• Align colours and textures with your brand, table linen and crockery to create a consistent front of house look.
• Think about guest comfort by choosing heat resistant surfaces that protect from hot plates and minimise table noise.
• Plan stock levels with service volume in mind, especially for disposable paper placemats in high traffic venues.

Care and maintenance

• Wipe PVC and faux leather placemats after each sitting with warm water and mild detergent to remove food residues.
• Avoid abrasive pads and harsh chemicals that can damage finishes, fade colours or crack synthetic materials.
• Allow placemats to dry fully before stacking to prevent moisture build up, odours and staining.
• Store placemats flat in a dry area to prevent curling, warping or creasing between services.
• Rotate sets in use to spread wear evenly and maintain a consistent appearance across the dining room.
• Replace disposable paper placemats after every guest and refresh worn or damaged reusable mats promptly.

Explore our wider table service selection including napkins, table linen, cutlery holders, coasters and serving accessories to complete your front of house setup.

Need help choosing? Call Caterboss on (01) 687 5772.