Heat Resistant - The cast iron trivet is heat resistant and do not melt or lose color, so it's perfect to use for placing hot dishes, pots, plates and pans to keep your counter top or table cloth from being burnt. And it won't stick to hot pot, pan or plate, also easy to rinse off and clean.HIGH QUALITY & STURDY - The vintage trivet is made of high quality cast iron material with rustic finish. Sturdy and solid construction for long-lasting use, and no worries that it will break or rust easily; The rubber covers over the legs could keep it from scratching your countertops.Multi-functional - The attractive metal trivet is the most sturdy and versatile cooking accessory you must have. It can be used not only as a trivet to protect your tabletop and tablecloth from hot items, but also as a teapot mat, table mat and drying pad; It can be used not only near the wood burner/stove/stove top/teakettle to hold hot utensils, but also to put hot utensils directly on the table.Decorative - The vintage and farmhouse style hot dish holder will match well with your kitchenware when placing hot items on it; It still looks attractive when there is nothing on it because of the cute squirrel pattern. Suitable for placing on the table top or wall as kitchen decoration.IDEAL GIFT - This iron trivet is the ideal gift for your family, friends, co-workers, partners or anyone who has special meaning to you; Perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, Christmas, anniversaries, Thanksgiving or special occasions. And it's truly a thoughtful and useful gift for anyone remodeling/upgrading their home or moving into a new home.