Customers highly praise the appearance and design of these placemats, describing them as beautiful, elegant, and sophisticated. The quality is consistently noted as good, with many appreciating their durability and how well they protect tables. The ease of cleaning is also a significant positive, with reviewers mentioning they can be easily wiped clean. However, opinions on the color are mixed, with some finding it a bit dark or dull, and others noting that the gold tint is less neutral than pictured.