Sweese 3402 Cork Coasters - 4 Inches for Drinks - Set of 10, Round

These Sweese coasters keep my table dry. As there is a rim and condensation from glasses collect inside. They don't scratch. The only thing that you may not like, when the coaster gets wet, it holds onto the glass when lifting the glass. This never happens with cups. I like that the coasters protect your table from hot beverages. Easily wipe clean. The only con: do not come with a coaster holder and Sweese doesn't have one to purchase.

I was a little suspicious that these might be cheaply made, but I have been pleasantly surprised. They are absorbent, well-sized, and dense. I’ve only had them a relatively short time, but I have no complaints yet.

I leave some all over our house where we have wood surfaces. They look good when superposed on each other in twos or threes, when a whole coaster holder would require four or more which is rarely necessary.As a note: no cork coaster absorbs liquids. Reviews that complain about the lack of absorption are nonsensical. The only think you can expect is that, with enough time, the liquid will evaporate.

They are great, they are very cute and fit well even with mugs that have low handles. The only problem that I've seen so far is that when I have a cup/drink that sweats a lot the condensation will pool in the bottom. I've had to pour out condensation and set the coaster aside to dry. So far I've only had this occur with glasses rather than ceramic cups. Also, if there is no texture to the bottom of the glass you're using, the coaster may stick due to the condensation. I like them and they work for my purposes even if I have to take extra care at times.

One of the favorite gifts I give family and friends is hand-made cork coasters. And, I have so much fun making them. My son-in-law requested a Red Hot Chili Peppers themed set.I ordered these because they have a nice, raised edge to help hold condensation from sweaty drinks. They are cork so there will always be some measure of flex, and we will have to wait to learn if, or how much that raised edge might get crumbly. I coated the outside of the rim on one of them to see if it makes a difference in how the coasters last, but they are really so sturdy that I think they will last a long time.This cork takes well to everything I tried. Permanent markers, wood burning tools, alcohol inks, stamping ink (although that takes a certain amount of finessing), acrylic paint (needs some experimentation with dilution), India ink and something I cannot remember.I will be ordering again. Packaged to avoid damage and prompt arrival.

so I originally had bought these for my fruit baskets that are out on the counter, because I read they keep them from rotting faster and fruit flies at (which they did); but I also use them for coasters and they keep all the condensation off the tables as well as not sticking to the cups. Highly recommend if you want for coasters or for keeping fruit fresh and flies at bay.

Bought new tables for the livingroom and needed coasters. Was exactly what i was looking for. The cork is thick and well made. It absorbs moisture and won't scratch the furniture. Whether it's a cup, mug or glass, everything fits in them. And to come in a set of 10 for a reasonable price, it's great to have them on hand when company comes over. I also use them for my candles and can be used for many purposes...change holder etc.

I bought ceramic mugs and tumblers that need to be set on coasters or they will leave a ring on the table. I knew pretty much what I wanted. These are well made and I reallylike the rim around them. They work perfectly and the price was great.