Through trial and error, I found that these placemats were not up to par in the durability department. Despite their industrial and scientific appearance, they easily frayed and showed signs of wear and tear after just a few uses. On the positive side the woven design is aesthetically pleasing and adds a nice touch to any tabletop setting. However, for restaurants or other food service establishments, I would not recommend these placemats as they simply don't hold up to heavy use..See full review