Vintage Expanding Table Mat by Ideal | Stainless Steel Concertina Trivet in Original Box

A clever vintage expanding table mat from Ideal, designed in a practical concertina style that stretches to hold multiple dishes at once. Made from polished stainless steel, it not only protects your table from heat but also adds a touch of retro charm to the dining experience.

The mat is housed in its original bright orange box, decorated with illustrations of classic family meals. While the box shows age-related wear and has one missing side closure, it remains mostly intact and displays well. The table mat itself is in pristine vintage condition, gleaming and ready for use.

For many South Africans, these expanding trivets spark fond memories of grandmothers carefully setting them out to protect polished dining tables during Sunday roasts and family gatherings. Its this sense of nostalgia rooted in local homes and traditions that makes them so sought after today, blending practicality with warm family history.

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