QUICK DRY DESIGN: featuring a ribbed design and raised edges, the unique design allows air to reach your items and helps prevent condensation from accumulating, while keeping your drying items raised above the water; the raised edges collect drained water and help keep your counters clean​ USE AS DRYING MAT OR UNDER DRYING RACK: since the mat is BPA free, it works great as a standalone drying mat, but can also be used as a supplement under a drying rack​ SLIP AND HEAT RESISTANT: unlike microfiber mats that slip and slide all over your counter, this slip resistant silicone design is meant to stay in place on your counters, even if they’re wet; it is also heat resistant up to 450 degrees and can be a placeholder for hot hair tools or even a tea kettle​ DURABLE WATERPROOF AND BPA FREE SILICONE: constructed from food grade, BPA free silicone, mat is 100 percent waterproof to help facilitate a faster drying experience; food safe for all of your utensils; unlike microfiber mats, which could take hours to dry and should be machine washed after each use, silicone dries fast and can be thrown in the dishwasher for an easy clean​ EXTRA LARGE DESIGN: mat is a generous size and measures 18 by 24 inches to hold many items, from bowls and dishes to mugs and bottles and utensils; store easily when not in use