Perfect for the rustic seaside kitchen, this nautical trivet is handmade from an 11" in diameter Turk's head knot. #1 grade 3/8 inch manila rope is carefully woven and stitched together, giving it a very solid feel. It's thick enough to protect your table from anything hot you may place on it and is also provides nautical decor for home or office - a perfect accent to hark back to the golden age of sailing. 

This is an authentic knot still used on wooden sailing vessels to protect the bright work (wood) from the impact of the blocks (pulleys) when the boat tacks (turns).

While manila looks beautiful in a rustic nautical setting, it is less than ideal with linens or other material as there is a preservative that is part of the manila rope.