# Upcycled Branch Mats These Repurposed Wood Placemats are an Eco-Friendly Dining Option By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-05-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/branch-mats References: [uncommongoods](http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/repurposed-wood-branch-placemat) If you're looking to be a bit more environmentally friendly when it comes to your kitchenware sets, then these upcycled branch mats offers you a way to keep your table clean while simultaneously being eco-friendly. Placemats are often made from non-recyclable material, and while they may come in useful during dinnertime, disposing of them can often be harmful to the environment. That is why these repurposed branch placemats are a great way to fuse aesthetic design and [eco-friendly methods into your decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosana-sousa). These mats are creatively made from discarded branches used to make other products such as children's toys. The branches are sliced to reveal its intricate interior tree rings, and when placed side-by-side with other branches, showcases a wonderful display of varying ring patterns and the subsequent tree ages. These upcycled branch mats are perfect for any homeowner looking to have a more sustainable option when it comes to eating at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Kitchenware:** Opportunity for developing sustainable products for the kitchen. - **Upcycled Home Decor:** Potential for repurposing discarded materials into stylish home furnishings. - **Sustainability in Dining:** Growing demand for environmentally friendly options in the dining experience. ### Where This Applies - **Home Furnishings:** Chance for innovation in creating eco-friendly furniture and decor. - **Consumer Goods:** Potential for developing sustainable alternatives for everyday products. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity to offer eco-conscious dining options for hotels and restaurants. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Side Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-up-side-tables.md) - [Artsy Serving Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoresin-accented-cheese-and-charcuterie-serving-boards.md) - [Eco-Friendly Dish Drying Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-dish-drying-mat.md) - [Sustainable Kitchen Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legni-collection.md) - [Unique Upcycled Serving Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-wine-bottle-appetizer-tray.md) - [Sustainable Wooden Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-wooden-cutlery.md) - [All-in-One Eco Party Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knork-eco-party-plate.md) - [Waste-Based Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-furniture1.md) - [Artisanal Wooden Kitchen Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-kitchen-tools.md)