The holder is the reason to choose this set, and it solves a real problem: placemats between meals end up in a drawer, on a worktop, or slid under a fruit bowl, and mats that are awkward to put away stop being used. A matching stand keeps all four upright and together on the table or counter, so laying the table is one movement and clearing it is another. Four mats suits a household of four or a smaller table where a six-piece set is more than you need. The cotton rope weave gives the natural texture that suits wooden tables, and this set specifies both non-slip and heat-resistant — the two properties that matter most, keeping plates from sliding and heat marks off the table.
Specifications
| Set contents | 4 table mats and 1 holder |
| Construction | Cotton rope woven |
| Surface | Non-slip, heat resistant |
| Storage | Matching holder, easy to store |
| Care | Durable and reusable |
Buying guide
A holder is genuinely worth having if mats currently live in a drawer, because storage is what determines whether placemats get used at all. Four mats suits a household of four or a small table; if you regularly seat six, one of the six-piece sets is the better buy and you can add a holder separately. Both the properties that matter are stated here — non-slip so plates do not travel, and heat resistant so a hot plate does not mark the table — which not every woven set specifies. Care is standard for natural fibre: shake crumbs out rather than rubbing them into the weave, spot-clean rather than soaking, and dry flat. Keep the holder somewhere the household will actually use, since a holder in a cupboard defeats its purpose entirely.
How it compares
Against the six-piece cotton rope sets, those seat more but come without a holder — buy those if you regularly seat six. Compared with mats kept loose in a drawer, a holder is what keeps them in use. Against the round boho set, those are machine washable and suit a round table. Against rectangular placemats, those hold a plate and cutlery alongside where these are square-format mats.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the holder matter?
Storage decides whether placemats get used. Mats that end up in a drawer stop appearing on the table; a holder keeps all four together and upright where you can reach them.
Is four enough?
For a household of four or a small table, yes. If you regularly seat six, one of the six-piece sets is the better buy.
Are they non-slip and heat resistant?
Both are specified for this set, which not every woven mat set states. Still use a trivet for a dish straight off the hob.
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 Cotton Rope Woven Table Mat Set in Beige or Grey - Non-Slip and Heat-Resistant
- 6 Piece Two-Tone Cotton Rope Woven Table Mat Set - Grey and White or Beige and White
- 6 Piece Woven Rectangular Placemat Set - Fringed Natural Table Mats
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
We deliver across Kenya and ship select products regionally. This page explains our handling times, delivery options, and rates.
1. Order Processing
Orders placed before 2:00 PM (EAT) on a business day are processed the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 PM, on weekends, or on public holidays are processed the next business day.
2. Delivery Times
| Destination | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|
| Nairobi CBD & environs | Same day or next business day |
| Greater Nairobi & Kiambu | 1–2 business days |
| Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret | 2–4 business days |
| Other Kenyan towns | 3–7 business days |
| East Africa (regional) | 5–14 business days |
3. Shipping Fees
Shipping fees are paid by the customer and depend on your delivery location. The exact cost is calculated and shown to you at checkout based on the destination, weight, and parcel size.
- Upcountry (via courier or G4S/SGR): calculated at checkout based on weight and destination.
- Bulk & fragile items: we may quote you a custom rate before dispatch.
4. Tracking
You will receive a tracking link by email or SMS once your parcel is dispatched. For courier deliveries we share the rider's contact number on dispatch day.
5. Delivery Issues
If your package has not arrived within the estimated time frame, please contact us at info@wimukitchen.com or call +254 758 157 035. We will follow up with the courier on your behalf.
6. Damaged in Transit
Please inspect your order on delivery. If anything is damaged, take a photo and contact us within 48 hours. See our Refund Policy for the next steps.
7. Store Pickup
Choose "Pickup" at checkout to collect your order from our Platinum Plaza showroom in Nairobi CBD at no extra cost. We will email you when the order is ready.