Everyday Mat | Terracotta
Protect your table from meals, crafts, and play. Spill-proof, non-slip, and easy to clean, the Everyday Mat stays put so kids can get creative, without damaging your surfaces.
Product description
Say yes to mess - without the stress.
Protect your table from meals, crafts, and play. Spill-proof, non-slip, and easy to clean, the Everyday Mat stays put so kids can get creative — without damaging your surfaces.
Perfect for:
- Mealtimes, drawing, painting & playdough
- Weaning, toddlers through to tweens
- Encouraging creativity while keeping your home calm and clean
Specifications
- Size: 38" x 39.4"
- Made from non-toxic vinyl.
- 100% free from BPA, phthalates, lead, heavy metals, and PFAS
- Independently lab-tested to exceed US and EU toy safety standards (ASTM F963)
- Smooth, printed top surface with a non-slip grey rubber backing
Shipping
- Free shipping on orders over $100 USD
- For orders under $100, a flat shipping fee of $10 applies
- We ship to the lower 48 states
- Delivery time: 4-7 business days. The order is processed the same day you place it
Return policy
30-day return policy: If you're not happy with your item, we offer a full refund minus a $30 return shipping/restocking fee per order.
- Product must be unopened and unused
- You must start the return process within 30 days of your purchase
- To start a return, please email our customer care team at support@lillefolk.com
Playmat Size Guide
Please note that these mats cannot be joined together. To ensure the highest safety for your child, we've designed them without any loose parts, so they do not interlock with other mats.
Creativity should feel fun, not like damage control.
We get it. One moment it’s blueberries, the next it’s markers bleeding through or Play-Doh ground into your dining table. You want to encourage your child’s creativity, but not at the cost of your home.
Meet the Everyday Mat
This isn’t just another activity mat. It’s The Everyday Mat. Beautiful enough for your home. Tough enough for your kids.
Now you can say "YES" to messy spaghetti, finger paint and glue. The Everyday Mat will keep your table protected.
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Everyday Mat
How is the Everyday Mat different to other craft and table mats?
The Everyday Mat
Other Mats
- Designed to be seen
- Looks cheap
- Generous size
- Too small
- Stays in place
- Slides around
- Crease-free
- Scrunches
- Thick and durable
- Thin and flimsy
- Lasts for years
- Poor quality
Who is the Everyday Mat for?
- For you, the parent who says yes to creativity, but not to glitter in the grout.
- You love papier-mâché volcanoes, but also your dining table.
- The design-conscious who want calm, not chaos.
- For anyone who believes in buying fewer, better things — pieces that last and look beautiful doing it.
Size
The Everyday Mat is designed to fit most standard dining table sizes, including 38” and 40” width tables.
Dimensions
38” x 39.4”
96.5cm x 100cm
The Story Behind the Mat
We all want to encourage creativity at home — painting, gluing, snacking, and building papier-mâché volcanoes. But most mats are too small, too thin, or slide around.
That’s why we created the Everyday Mat: a generously sized, spill-proof, wipe-clean mat with a non-slip rubber backing.
It stays in place, lays completely flat, and protects your surfaces — so your child has a safe, dedicated space to create, and you don’t have to stress about the cleanup.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Everyday Mat
What exactly is this Everyday Mat?
It’s the mat you didn’t know you needed, until your child’s latest art project (or snack time) left your table sticky, stained, or scratched.
We all want to encourage creativity at home - painting, gluing, snacking, and building papier-mâché volcanoes. But most mats are too small, too thin, or slide around.
That’s why we created the Everyday Mat: a generously sized, spill-proof, wipe-clean mat with a non-slip rubber backing. It stays in place, lays completely flat, and protects your surfaces - so your child has a safe, dedicated space to create, and you don’t have to stress about the cleanup.
How is it different from other mats out there?
Most mats are made from thin materials like polyester or vegan leather that bunch, slide, and crease. They are too small to catch all the mess.
The Everyday Mat stays firmly in place thanks to its rubber backing, lays completely flat and doesn’t crease. It’s generously sized to cover the width of most family tables to capture ALL the mess. It is water proof and wipes clean. Plus, it looks beautiful in your home.
Designed to last over 5 years, it’s also a more sustainable choice that helps reduce waste and overconsumption and better value for your family.
Who’s it for?
- Parents of messy eaters, mini artists, and curious little creators
- Babies just starting solids
- Toddlers discovering spaghetti
- Teens who still love to sketch at the kitchen table
- Anyone who’s ever said, “Just do it at the table” (and regretted it a little)
- Families juggling meals, crafts, Play-Doh, and homework sometimes all at once
- Design-lovers who want calm, not chaos
- People finally carving out time for that dream collage, sewing project, or journal spread
Made for everyday life. Styled for your space.
What can I actually use it for?
👶 Weaning your 4-month old
🍝 Toddler mealtime chaos (hello, spaghetti night)
🎨 Drawing, colouring, painting, and glitter explosions
🧱 LEGO builds that always take over the table
👐 Sensory play, Play-Doh, slime, and mystery goo
🎲 Puzzles, board games, craft marathons
🧵 Grown-up hobbies like sewing, model-making or journaling
👵 Grandparent playdates, classroom setups, after-school snacks
🥳 Table play and floor play
From baby weaning to tween crafting - and even your own creative projects - the Everyday Mat’s got your back (and your table).
Is it safe to use with my baby?
Yes. It's made from non-toxic vinyl and has been independently tested to meet US Toy Safety Standards (ASTM F963) , It’s free from phthalates, BPA, lead, formaldehyde, and heavy metals. It’s 100% PFAS free.
Will my older kids still want to use it?
Totally. Whether it’s sketching, slime-making, or just a clean spot to work on homework, older kids love having their own space to create, without ruining the table underneath.
What ages is it best for?
From 4 months to teens. It grows with your child, from first bites to big ideas.
Where did the idea for the Everyday Mat come from?
As mums, we wanted to say YES to creativity - painting, pasta, Play-Doh - but not the chaos that followed. Every mat we tried was too small, too flimsy, or slid around. Most were thin polyester or vegan leather, and none looked good in our homes.
So we made one that did.
The Everyday Mat is generously sized, wipe-clean, and actually stays put—so kids can create freely, and your table or floor, (and sanity) stay protected.
Cleaning & Durability
Is it easy to clean?
So easy. Just wipe it down with a damp cloth.
Is it really waterproof?
Yes. Spills, splashes, and sticky fingers are no match. Liquids stay on the surface, making them easy to wipe away.
Will it protect my table from markers, paint, and messy meals?
Yep. It’s designed to catch all the chaos. No more markers bleeding through paper or food mess damaging your dining table.
What’s it made from?
The Everyday Mat is made from a premium, non-toxic PVC, but not the kind that gave PVC a bad reputation.
We use a new-generation PVC that’s completely free from harmful chemicals like phthalates (known hormone disruptors), as well as BPA, lead, formaldehyde, and other heavy metals. It’s completely PFAS free.
It’s been independently tested and certified to meet U.S. Toy Safety Standards (ASTM F963), so you can feel confident using it with your baby, toddler, or teen. Everyone on the Lillefolk team uses their mats daily, our kids range from 5 years old to 13 years old
So while it’s technically PVC, it’s a safe, modern version. Rigorously tested, family-safe, and built to last.
Will it curl at the edges or slide around?
Nope, this mat actually stays put. Thanks to the grippy rubber backing, it lays flat and doesn’t shift or bunch, no matter how much activity is happening on top.
Fit, Style, & Size
How big is it?
It’s a generous 38” x 39.4” (96.5cm x 100cm). Big enough to cover the messy zone, but not so big it takes over your table. It’s easy to roll up and tuck away when you’re done, or you can leave it out, whatever suits your space.
It’s been designed to fit the most common widths of American dining tables, 38” and 40”. (The reason why we made it 39.4” not 40” is so it fits Australian dining tables too which happen to be 39.4” or 100cm).
Will it actually match my home?
Yes. If you love a clean, calm Scandinavian aesthetic, this mat will fit right in. Nothing bold or flashy, just beautifully soft, neutral tones. It’s designed to blend seamlessly with your space, because it truly belongs there.
Does it come in different colors or sizes?
Right now we offer a curated selection of timeless colours designed to work in any home. More options may come as we grow, stay tuned! You can also send us a note at hello@lillefolk.com if you have suggestions for sizes or colors.
Shipping
When will I get my order?
Your order will arrive in 3–5 business days, just in time for more joyful meals, creative messes, and adventurous play. We’ll email you a tracking link as soon as it leaves our warehouse.
What’s your return policy?
We want you to love your purchase! If for any reason you're not completely satisfied, you’re welcome to return any unopened, unused items within 30 days for a full refund. Please note that return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes! All our mats include a 1-year warranty. If there’s an issue, we’ll send a replacement—just email support@lillefolk.com with your order number and photos. If your mat seems defective, please stop using it while we take care of it.
Customer Reviews
I love my new mat so much. It arrived super fast and in a nice box (perfect gift option). It is so chic that it is now a permanent fixture on my marble table. It's perfect for arts & crafts as well as messy little eaters. The quality is stunning, it looks and feel likes fine supple leather. HIGHLY recommended.
We use it on the floor for play dough, on the table for craft and under the high chair for our 8 month old. I love that it looks like part of the furniture and can be left wherever we used it last. It wipes clean in seconds and can be easily stored if we need to pack it away. Really a lifesaver!
Couldn’t be happier with this mat. It’s been perfect for the whole family to use for meals, craft, art, homework, puzzles, games - anything really! It’s become a daily fixture on the table and makes cleaning up so easy - it looks great too, bonus! It’s also light and compact so we have been able to easily move it onto the floor or outside and roll it up and store it away when entertaining.
I mostly love that it doesn’t slip, slide or crinkle up when you sit on it and get up move around unlike other plastic mats we’ve used in the past. It also doesn’t blow away in the wind when playing outside!
Highly, highly recommend for anyone!!
We have recently brought this mat and are so happy with the quality and how versatile it is.
No fuss, no mess. Just a quick wipe and it stays in perfect condition. Colour is neutral and goes perfectly in our house. Not scared to let our kids paint, draw, eat on our new table.
Couldn’t recommend this mat more!
I am so happy with my everyday mat! I have purchased from lillefolk in the past, so I knew it would be high quality, but this mat sets a new standard. Thick and tactile, it just feels good to the touch. And it wipes clean with a damp sponge, so even after some heavy use it looks like it just came out of the box. It’s our new family favourite 😁