I bought these to replace some mats that had curled up on the edges, presenting an incentive for my kitten to attack the mats as if they were some creature to attack. I am very pleased with the quality of the mats. I've stood for long periods of time prepping and cooking dinner and they are very comfortable. I panicked when a spoon covered with tomato sauce fell out of a pan and flipped onto the mat - I was able to wipe up the sauce with no stain left behind. I'm very pleased with these, and I hope they endure for many years.