Is this tablecloth heat-resistant enough to place hot pots or plates directly on it?

We do not recommend placing hot pots or plates directly on this tablecloth. EVA padding, which forms the underside, warps or loses structure above 70°C/158°F, and the vinyl top is not rated for direct heat contact. For heat protection, use trivets or hot pads underneath cookware.

Does the vinyl have a strong chemical smell when first opened?

Some users report that vinyl tablecloths can have a strong chemical smell when first opened, but airing it out overnight typically resolves the issue. We recommend letting the placemats sit in a well-ventilated area before first use.

Does the EVA padding on the underside maintain its cushioning over time, or does it flatten out?

The EVA padding will maintain its cushioning for several years under normal use, as static applications like placemats typically last 5–10 years before compression becomes noticeable. However, repeated heavy weight or sharp objects could accelerate flattening.

Will the heart pattern fade or peel after repeated wiping with a damp cloth?

The heart pattern is printed on vinyl and should not peel or fade from regular wiping with a damp cloth, as the product is designed for easy care [product description]. Avoid harsh scrubbers or solvents to maintain the print long-term.

Does the EVA underside grip well on wood and glass table surfaces to prevent slipping?

The EVA padded underside provides moderate grip on smooth surfaces like wood and glass, but it is not a non-slip backing. For added stability on glass or polished tables, you may want a separate non-slip mat underneath.

Simons Maison

Mini Hearts Vinyl Tablecloth Set Of 2

CA$10.00CAD

In Stock

This is a set of two vinyl placemats (also referred to as tablecloths) designed in Canada as a Simons Maison exclusive. Each placemat measures 12.5 x 18 inches (32 x 46 cm) and features a burgundy vinyl surface with a repeating white heart pattern, backed with a supple EVA pad for cushioning. The placemats are easy to care for, wiping clean with a damp cloth, and are intended for use as table protection during meals.

Material: Vinyl and EVA
Style: playful, romantic
Category: Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware

Color

Patterned Red

Size

SET/2

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Specifications

Set of two mini vinyl tablecloths with heart-shaped confetti, exclusive design, easy-care.

Supple EVA padded underside; wipes clean with damp cloth.

Material: Vinyl and EVA
Secondary: eva
Style: playful, romantic
Occasion: valentines-day
Gender: unisex
Condition: new
Category: Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware

Additional Attributes

exclusive
designed in Canada
heart shaped confetti
supple EVA padded underside
easy-care
wipes clean with damp cloth
set of 2
matching pieces sold separately
12.5" x 18"

Product Insights

Simons Maison's Mini Hearts Vinyl Tablecloth Set Of 2, $10 for two 12.5x18 inch placemats sized for a two-person table, frames a 10.5-inch dinner plate with a vinyl border but utensils extend beyond. The EVA underside offers moderate grip on smooth surfaces yet is not non-slip nor heat-resistant; temperatures above 70°C warp the backing and imprint patterns, and hot cookware can cause permanent damage. Water-based stains wipe clean easily, but oily stains require prompt removal with only mild soap to preserve the printed pattern. The EVA padding cushions for years under normal use but compresses under heavy loads, and a strong initial odor dissipates overnight with airing. The non-porous polypropylene top repels water-based spills, making cleanup straightforward, while overall care demands shade, rolling, and prompt wiping to avoid material degradation.

Verified claims

Coverage: Despite the tablecloth label, each 12.5x18 mat fits one place setting; set of two for couples.
Dinner plate fit: At 12.5×18 inches, it frames a 10.5-inch dinner plate with a 1-inch vinyl border; utensils extend beyond.
Pair packaging: Packaged as a set of two, ideal for a two-person table setting.
Material properties: EVA underside has moderate grip but is not non-slip or heat-resistant; use separate non-slip mat and trivets.
Stain and cleaning care: Wipes clean of water-based messes but requires prompt removal of oily stains and only mild soap to avoid print damage.
Heat tolerance: Heat above 70°C warps the EVA backing and warm plates permanently imprint the pattern.
Heat damage: Hot cookware and warm plates can warp and imprint the placemat surface.
EVA padding: EVA padding lasts 5-10 years under normal use; heavy objects accelerate compression.
General care: Shade, rolling, mild soap, and prompt wiping prevent material degradation and staining.
Grip: EVA backing offers moderate grip on wood and glass, but is not non-slip.
Heat resistance: Heat above 70°C can warp EVA backing, reducing grip over time.
Initial odor: Strong initial odor is normal; airing overnight removes it.
Table fit: Set of two fits a two-person table and frames a dinner plate.
Stain resistance: Water-based stains wipe clean; printed pattern endures frequent wiping.
Material features: EVA backing warps above 70°C, cushions for years, and grips moderately on smooth surfaces.
Easy care and durability: Non-porous polypropylene top repels water-based stains and wipes clean; EVA cushioning lasts years.

Product record

Title: Mini Hearts Vinyl Tablecloth Set Of 2
Brand: Simons Maison
Price: 10 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How the mini size fits a standard place setting

At 12.5 x 18 inches, the cover fits exactly the space of a single place setting, not an entire tabletop — the 'tablecloth' label refers to its flexible vinyl material and wipe-clean surface, not its coverage area, so it should be purchased and used as a decorative placemat.
The 12.5-inch width leaves roughly 1 inch of vinyl margin on each side of a typical 10.5-inch dinner plate, creating a neat frame that contains the plate but expects that flatware and glassware will extend beyond the mat's edge under a full setting.
Packaged as a pair, the set directly outfits a two-person table without surplus — perfectly scaled for a Valentine's dinner for two, a small breakfast nook, or a child's spot, and eliminating the need to break open multiple sets for just one or two diners.

Stain resistance and long-term appearance

Vinyl can turn yellow over months when exposed to direct sunlight due to photodegradation of the PVC polymer; using these placemats on a shaded dining table or storing them away from windows helps preserve the bright, confetti-print background.
The vinyl top layer is inherently non-porous, so water-based stains like red wine, coffee, and juice remain on the surface and can be wiped off without absorption — a key advantage over fabric placemats for daily family meals.
Oily foods and strongly pigmented sauces (e.g., salad dressing, turmeric, tomato paste) can react with the vinyl's plasticizers if left in contact for hours, potentially leaving a faint permanent stain; a prompt wipe-down after meals prevents this.
Bleach, ammonia, and abrasive cleansers accelerate plasticizer breakdown and can cause the vinyl to become brittle and yellow prematurely; mild dish soap on a soft cloth is the safest routine cleaner for preserving both the print and the material's pliability.
When a vinyl surface is exposed to heat from a warm plate, it temporarily softens and can conform to the texture of the dish, creating a faint permanent imprint; using a trivet or hot pad not only protects the EVA backing but also prevents these press marks on the confetti pattern.
Over time, the plasticizers that keep vinyl supple can migrate out, leading to surface hardening and eventual cracking at fold points; for these mini tablecloths (12.5" x 18"), rolling them for storage rather than sharply folding maintains flexibility.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Two rectangular burgundy vinyl placemats with rounded corners and a repeating small white heart pattern, shown laid flat on a textured white tablecloth; glossy surface with visible reflections and thin lighter edge backing.
Overall shapeRectangular placemat with rounded corners, shown flat with long edge oriented left-right.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.96 · h 0.58 (medium)
Surface material and finishSmooth glossy vinyl surface producing soft specular highlights and mild reflections of nearby utensils.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.40 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high)
Printed patternEvenly spaced small white heart motifs repeated across the entire visible surface of each placemat.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.42 · w 0.88 · h 0.50 (high)
Edge/backing visibleThin lighter-colored edge or backing visible along the placemat perimeter, most noticeable at lower right corner of the top placemat.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.86 · y 0.84 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (low)
ArrangementTwo separate placemats visible: one positioned toward the lower foreground and one toward the upper midframe, both aligned roughly parallel to each other.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.50 · w 0.92 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene on a textured white tablecloth with cutlery and a glass teacup of macarons used as props; soft directional lighting from upper left creating mild shadows and reflections; portion of a wooden chair visible at top right.
Table surfaceTextured white fabric tablecloth covering the table under the placemats.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Cutlery propsForks, knives and spoons with pale pink handles placed on and beside the placemats.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.10 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high)
Glass cup propRibbed pink glass teacup on a saucer containing assorted macarons placed near the top left placemat.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.04 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high)
Chair visibleUpper right shows the curved top of a wooden chair back protruding into the frame.
1 region
x 0.80 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (medium)
Lighting and shadowsSoft directional lighting from upper left produces subtle shadows beneath utensils and a mild sheen on the vinyl surface.
Colors
deep burgundy· mat surface#7B1D25white· heart pattern#EDE9E5
02: Product
Close-up of a flexible vinyl tablecloth showing a burgundy red face printed with a repeating small white heart motif and a curled corner that reveals a plain light grey underside with a matte texture.
Surface patternBurgundy red face with regularly spaced small solid white heart shapes scattered across the visible area.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.68 · h 0.96 (high)
Heart motifsSmall simple heart shapes, each filled solid white, repeated in a loose grid across the red surface.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high)
Curl and undersideOne corner of the tablecloth is curled back, exposing the underside which is a uniform light neutral grey with a fine matte texture.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.96 (high)
Fold highlight and edgeNarrow bright highlight follows the folded edge where the red face meets the underside; the fold edge appears thin and slightly lighter than the red face.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (medium)
Material appearanceFace and underside show a smooth, slightly textured vinyl surface with low sheen on the underside and a subtly reflective finish on the printed face.
Other
Studio close-up crop showing the product filling the frame; directional lighting produces a soft shadow inside the curl and a specular highlight along the fold.
Shot compositionTight detail crop framed to emphasize the curled corner and surface pattern; no full product outline visible.
LightingDirectional studio lighting from the top-right creates a bright rim highlight on the fold and a soft shadow in the curled pocket.
Background and surfaceProduct fills the frame with no separate background or props visible; image edges crop some hearts and the curled area.
Colors
burgundy red· face#7D2229white· heart motifslight grey· underside#EDEBF2

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Q&A

5 answered

Is this tablecloth heat-resistant enough to place hot pots or plates directly on it?: We do not recommend placing hot pots or plates directly on this tablecloth. EVA padding, which forms the underside, warps or loses structure above 70°C/158°F [2], and the vinyl top is not rated for direct heat contact. For heat protection, use trivets or hot pads underneath cookware.
Does the vinyl have a strong chemical smell when first opened?: Some users report that vinyl tablecloths can have a strong chemical smell when first opened, but airing it out overnight typically resolves the issue [4]. We recommend letting the placemats sit in a well-ventilated area before first use.
Does the EVA padding on the underside maintain its cushioning over time, or does it flatten out?: The EVA padding will maintain its cushioning for several years under normal use, as static applications like placemats typically last 5–10 years before compression becomes noticeable [2]. However, repeated heavy weight or sharp objects could accelerate flattening.
Will the heart pattern fade or peel after repeated wiping with a damp cloth?: The heart pattern is printed on vinyl and should not peel or fade from regular wiping with a damp cloth, as the product is designed for easy care [product description]. Avoid harsh scrubbers or solvents to maintain the print long-term.
Does the EVA underside grip well on wood and glass table surfaces to prevent slipping?: The EVA padded underside provides moderate grip on smooth surfaces like wood and glass, but it is not a non-slip backing. For added stability on glass or polished tables, you may want a separate non-slip mat underneath.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/kitchen-dining/placemats/mini-hearts-vinyl-tablecloth-set-of-2--11367-5262200?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026