topic Re: Gel Mat in Kitchen

Gel Mat

wismiss — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 20:47:20 GMT

I am wanting to purchase an anti-fatigue mat to put in front of the kitchen sink. If you have one and like it, would you please share what brand it is and where you found it?

Thank you for all your assistance.

Re: Gel Mat

glmama — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 22:16:26 GMT

Hi Wismiss-Although I don't have one, I'm interested to see your replies here. I've had my eye on a GelPro one for some time now. However, I don't know if other brands in other price ranges work the same. Thanks for this thread!

Re: Gel Mat

redtabby — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 22:26:07 GMT

We purchased our Gel Pro at the local Bed Bath and Beyond, it is perfect for our small kitchen. I move it around from sink to stove. They are expensive, the ubiquitous 20% BBB coupon helped. The instructions say do not wear stillettos on the mat, it will puncture. I can use my little step stool on the mat and not damage it. I am not even sure if BBB still carries them.

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VaBelle35 — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 22:36:21 GMT

I looked at them forever and decided to just get a pair of crocs (thong style, not the clog style).

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Pook — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 22:41:57 GMT

I also got mine at Bed, Bath and Beyond. I've had mine from several years. It's well worth the money. I had a cheaper one but it didn't last for more than a few months before it fell apart and after getting the better one can definitely see the difference in the cushioning.

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PinkyPetunia — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 22:42:39 GMT

I 've had one for a few years. Bought it in Costco, it was not expensive. I keep it at the sink as I stand there often and our floors are limestone tile (cold and hard). The mat hasn't held up well but that's because our dog's claws have torn it up. She likes to sit on the mat when it's unoccupied.

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chickenbutt — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 22:59:09 GMT

Mine are Gel-Pro, also. I have four Gel-Pro mats in my kitchen and I like them very much.

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Krimpette — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 23:03:37 GMT

Another Gel Pro fan here. I was at my local BB&B a couple of weeks ago and they still were carrying the Gel Pro mats. I've had mine for a couple of years now. I have one in front of the sink and one in front of the stove. Very durable also.

Re: Gel Mat

tkins — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 23:37:50 GMT

I always thought it would be kind of nice and maybe keep my back from getting tired, especially when I'm making a lot of cookies or prepping lots of peppers and onions for freezing and sauce. They are just so expensive. I started doing some research and discovered if it is called a kitchen mat it costs a whole lot more, than if it is called a workshop mat. Craftsman Tools actually used to have gel workshop mats and after comparing it the expensive kitchen ones, it was the same except it had Craftsman embossed in it. Personally I kind of liked it, but I like cars and Craftsman tools. They do still have anti-fatigue mats made from recycled pvc foam, but I am not sure if they still have the gel version, I am going to go check them out in person. I saw some at Kohls the other day and they have some their website at a somewhat reasonable price. You might want check places like Lowes or Ace hardware and maybe Sears in the Craftsman section. I don't know how helpful this is, but you never know.

tkins

Re: Gel Mat

debic — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 13:39:31 GMT

Over the years mine have curled up around the edges and became more of a hazard. Mine have anyway. I bought them from here, and they're the same as BB&B.

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MALC — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 16:02:25 GMT

Aldi's has them a couple of times a year. I have one in front of my sink and one in front of my stacked washer/dryer. They have held up well and really do make standing more comfortable.

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Gerdane — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 16:13:44 GMT

I bought a couple for our kitchen a couple years ago from GelPro. I was lucky to find an odd size that we needed on clearance (it needed to fit between our kitchen sink and island). THAT mat weighs a ton!! I take it out on our deck in nice weather to wash it while I wash the wood floor beneath. I am a little disappointed in how it is always sliding around on the floors and I'm constantly adjusting it. I used to also wear Croc-like shoes for when I would be standing a lot and to tell the truth, am sorry I bought the mats. For the expense, I could just slip my shoes on and toss an area rug in the washing machine when it needed it. Plus my legs and back actually felt better after wearing the shoes. P.S. May I ask around what large city you are near in Central Illinois? I'm in Northern Illinois but we travel down that way frequently. We're contemplating a move down to Central Illinois and are hoping to find a town we like.

Re: Gel Mat

wismiss — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 17:44:43 GMT

iluvacop: I live in the Peoria-Bloomington-Normal area. We have a house for sale, as we want to move to Wisconsin. Let me know if you want to discuss your move and I'll set up a new yahoo account and then we can chat that way.

Re: Gel Mat

suzyQ3 — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 17:56:17 GMT

We just threw out our BBB gel mat after about two years of use. It continually slid around and became quite a hazard.

And truth be told, I hadn't ever been too crazy about it. We now have no mat and are happier.

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jlkz — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 22:58:25 GMT

We got a 7'10"" by 10' wool rug from Homegoods during their semi- annual sale and cut out the section for the island. The color and pattern hide spills that resist cleaning and it does wonders for tired feet and legs after standing at stove and sink. One piece so it does not "" travel "". Gives the kitchen a cozy and comfortable touch.

Re: Gel Mat

wismiss — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 07:23:28 GMT

Thank you for all your responses. I decided to send for a sample of a Hog Heaven anti-fatigue mat made by American Floor Mats company. I cannot wear Crocs because of a deformed ankle and there isn't enough support there. Sure wish that would have been an option----much cheaper, that's for sure.

Again, thank you for all your replies.

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Luvtoshopathome — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 08:07:26 GMT

It's funny I was just searching for these mats for my ceramic tile kitchen floor which is killing my joints. I googled Ani fatigue kitchen mats and found on the Home Depot site one called Nantucket anti fatigue comfort mat. It comes in 2 sizes and the description sounds like this is just what I need. It doesn't slip which is important to me and has the beveled edges. Go take a look and be sure to read the description. Good luck. If I knew about ceramic tile and what it does to your joints before I just had it installed, I would have never bought it.

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kitty4me — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 10:12:14 GMT

My favorite and on my wish list is the Mats from William=Sonoma. They are thick and very comfortable. Cutco also carries them now.

Re: Gel Mat

kitty4me — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 10:16:34 GMT

On 10/21/2014 Katey1261 said:
My favorite and on my wish list is the Mats from William=Sonoma. They are thick and very comfortable. Cutco also carries them now.

I too bought one years ago from QVC and it is OK not thick at all and it has curled all around. You do need to be careful. I see why they don't sell them anymore. I haven't seen them here anyway. I think when you buy these type mats you get what you pay for.

P.S I saw them recently at Costco and they are like the one I purchased here. I won't waste my Money.

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turtle52 — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 11:17:02 GMT

I bought two from Costco as the price was great. They may not be as good as the more expensive ones but for me they are fine, however I have never tried a Gel Pro mat to compare the two. Also, I ONLY wear Crocs in the house!