S&T INC. XL Microfiber Dish Drying Mat, 18 x 24 in, Pewter Grey Trellis
A large, absorbent mat at a low price that needs frequent washing.
The short version
- Small kitchens with no room for a dish rack
- Anyone hand washing large loads, pots or wine glasses
- People who want a soft surface under delicate items
- You don't want to launder a mat every few days
- Your counters are slick and you need a mat that stays put
What owners like
- Soaks up a lot of water without letting it reach the counter
- Size is big enough for pots and pans as well as dishes
- Thick and soft enough to protect glasses
- Holds its shape and stitching through repeated washing
Common complaints
- Stays damp for a long time after a big load
- No non-slip backing, so it can shift on smooth counters
- Microfiber needs frequent washing to avoid odor and mildew, a general issue with fabric mats
Based on The S&T maker page and its review summary, the Amazon listing, a KitchenwareSets hands-on roundup that tested this mat, and a Strabella guide to microfiber versus other mat types (Strabella sells competing mats).
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
Drew's hands-on notes for this product are on the way. Long-term updates will be added to this timeline.
What it does
A large, reversible microfiber pad with a foam core that sits on the counter to soak up water from dishes as they air dry.
- Large 18 x 24 inch surface that fits a full load of plates or a few pots
- Foam core cushions glassware and stemware
- Reversible, so the second side can be used before washing
- Folds flat for storage
- Machine washable
A good fit for kitchens without room for a full rack, or for overflow pots, pans and glassware next to one. It soaks up a lot of water and cushions glasses, but it is fabric, so it has to be washed and dried often to stay fresh, and it can slide on slick counters. People who want something that never needs laundering should look at silicone instead.
How it compares
Specs
- Size
- 18 x 24 in (XL)
- Material
- 100% polyester microfiber with a PU foam core
- Absorbency
- Up to 4 times its weight in water, per S&T
- Design
- Reversible, Pewter Grey Trellis pattern
- Care
- Machine wash cold with like colors, tumble dry low; no bleach, fabric softener or dryer sheets
Worth knowing
- S&T says not to use bleach, fabric softener or dryer sheets, and to let the mat dry thoroughly between uses.
Questions
How do you wash an S&T dish drying mat?
Wash before first use, then machine wash cold with like colors and tumble dry low. S&T says to skip bleach, fabric softener and dryer sheets.
How much water does the S&T mat hold?
S&T says it absorbs up to 4 times its own weight in water.
Is the S&T dish mat reversible?
Yes, both sides can be used.
Why does my microfiber dish mat smell?
Fabric mats that stay damp can develop odor or mildew. Washing often and drying the mat fully between uses helps.
Sources
- S&T INC.: XL Dish Drying Mat
- Amazon: S&T INC. Dish Drying Mat XL, Pewter Grey Trellis
- KitchenwareSets: 5 best dish drying mats
- Strabella: Best dish drying mats, microfiber vs silicone vs bamboo
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.
