Thick cotton rope coiled in a spiral gives these mats real substance underhand — you feel the weight when you set one down, which is what separates a mat from a doily. Woven through it is a delicate silver shimmer, subtle enough to catch candlelight without turning the table metallic. That combination makes them unusually versatile: the rope texture reads as natural and casual by day, while the shimmer lifts them for an evening table. At 38cm each mat takes a dinner plate with cutlery and a glass alongside. A set of six covers a standard dining table, suiting everyday meals and occasions equally.
Specifications
| Pieces | 6 |
| Diameter | 38 cm round |
| Material | Thick cotton rope, spiral woven |
| Detail | Delicate silver shimmer |
Buying guide
Cotton rope absorbs more than a coated mat, so wipe spills immediately rather than letting them soak in, and deal with oil marks promptly since they set. Shake crumbs out of the spiral rather than brushing them in. Use a trivet under anything straight off the heat. Store flat and stacked to keep the spiral from distorting. The silver shimmer is at its best under warm lighting and candlelight, so these are worth bringing out for an evening table even if you use plainer mats during the day.
How it compares
Against plain jute-look mats, the silver shimmer lifts an evening table without being obviously metallic. Against PVC, cotton rope has far more texture but absorbs spills. For a family table with young children, a wipe-clean mat is more forgiving.
Frequently asked questions
Is the shimmer subtle?
Yes - a delicate silver thread through cotton rope, which catches candlelight without turning the table metallic.
How do I clean cotton rope mats?
Wipe spills immediately rather than letting them soak, and shake crumbs out of the spiral rather than brushing them in.
Can I use them every day?
Yes, though they absorb more than coated mats. Many people use plainer mats daily and bring these out for evening tables.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
Pairs well with
- 6 Piece Natural Woven Jute-Look Table Mats, 38cm
- 6 Piece Round Table Mats, Gold Silver or Blue
- Woven Rectangular Table Mats, 6 Piece Set, 44.5 x 30cm
Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
Is the shimmer subtle?
Yes - a delicate silver thread through cotton rope, which catches candlelight without turning the table metallic.
How do I clean cotton rope mats?
Wipe spills immediately rather than letting them soak, and shake crumbs out of the spiral rather than brushing them in.
Can I use them every day?
Yes, though they absorb more than coated mats. Many people use plainer mats daily and bring these out for evening tables.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.