When grilling outside, you inevitably have to put your tools down somewhere, and this makes it so much easier to have a clean surface for large grill tools, and clean up afterwards. It goes through the dishwasher without issue. It especially handy when working with raw meat.The quality of the silicone is good, and it can be rolled up for storage. It is a really nice addition to grilling, and if you have a grill with wings, this will make your life easier.