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Gel-Pro Kitchen Anti-Fatigue Mat Review

Ergonomic Review of the Gel-Pro Gel Filled Anti-Fatigue Mat

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Gel-Pro Kitchen Anti-Fatigue Mat

Gel-Pro Kitchen Anti-Fatigue Mat

Chris Adams, copyright 2009, licensed to About.com
The Gel-Pro Kitchen Anti-Fatigue Mat is a bliss inducing piece of heaven in your kitchen. The gel filled anti-fatigue mat is a well designed ergonomic aid for all those stationary kitchen tasks. And it looks pretty snazzy, too.

Why Is it Different?

The Gel-Pro Kitchen Mat is an anti-fatigue mat filled with a dense gel. One of the many materials for anti-fatigue mats, gel, when done correctly, can be the most comfortable and provide the most relief from fatigue. And the Gel-Pro Kitchen Mat does it right. It does a number of other things right as well.

The Gel-Pro Kitchen Mat’s gel is covered by a durable anti-slip material that is molded into a number of different stylish textures and colors. Not only is the top surface non-slip (even when wet) but the bottom surface is non-slip as well. The grip of the material and the weight of the gel mean that the Gel-Pro Kitchen Mat does no move from where you place it and it does no creep as some foam kitchen mats have a tenency to do.

Does it Deliver?

The Gel-Pro Kitchen Anti-Fatigue Mat is quite simply the best anti-fatigue mat for your kitchen. It really delivers in the kitchen and most anywhere that you have to stand in the same spot while working. Once you step on this mat you may not want to leave.

Beneficiaries

The Gel-Pro Kitchen Anti-Fatigue Mat benefits any one who likes things comfy and pain free. Others who can benefit from this ergonomic anti-fatigue mat are:

  • Cooks
  • Bakers
  • Hair Stylists
  • Artists
  • Domestic Goddesses

Summary

The Gel-Pro Kitchen Anti-Fatigue Mat leads the pack in anti-fatigue mats for the kitchen, home, and non-industrial commercial work stations (like hair stylists and cashiers). The dense gel-filled mat is supportive yet comforting and eases the fatigue of stationary work on hard surfaces.

Additionally the Gel-Pro Kitchen Mat is one durable beast. The surface texture is thick a resilient and should not where out easily. And you don’t have to worry about puncturing then or deforming them with common kitchen activities (short of stabbing it with a knife). During one of the usability tests a step stool loaded with 300 lbs. was placed on the mat. The indentation that left completely disappeared within two minutes.

The variety of colors and textures ensures these mats are a fashionable addition to your environment. Additionally a variety of sizes and a custom sizing/shape option (see gelpro.com) lets you use these mats where they are needed. You could even get a large u-shaped mat to fit your u-shaped kitchen layout.

There are two major drawbacks to the Gel-Pro Kitchen Mat. First is the price. These anti-fatigue mats are top quality products and more in line with their industrial counterparts and their price reflects that. But the Gel-Pro Kitchen Mats will last a long time and serve as a sound investment for your health in your kitchen.

The second major drawback is that once you have one in your kitchen you are going to want more. One for the stove, one for the sink, one for the laundry room, one to brush your teeth on…This is one anti-fatigue mat that is worth it.

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