A more comfortable cooking experience is afoot, thanks to this game-changing kitchen mat. (Amazon)(Amazon)
Great news: Soup season is here! This means it's time to start cooking everything cozy, from apple pie to big bowls of pasta and, of course, soup. The only downside to this glorious time is the feeling of a hard kitchen floor while standing for hours on end. Well, Amazon shoppers have found a problem-solver in the top-selling KitchenClouds Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat. It transforms your kitchen floor into a marshmallowy surface that can relieve pressure and pain in your feet, muscles and joints — and it's on sale for just $11 for Prime members who use the on-page coupon. Add it to your cart, and your tootsies (and wallet) will thank you.
If you’re seeking a rustic fire pit for grilling up some grub, this top-rated model from Bali Outdoors is a solid pick. It has a food-friendly design that comes with a removable and FDA-compliant alloy steel grill grate for firing up meats, veggies and more in your backyard. The grill also adjusts up and down, swings left or right and has handles at both ends. (Just make sure you wear oven mitts or protective gloves to adjust it when the flame is roaring.)
"This was fairly easy to assemble and gives off great heat, enough to keep six to seven of us warm with one bundle of wood from the grocery store," said one shopper. "I love the additional burner for grilling. We’ve cooked corn, burgers and steak on this thing, and so far so good."
Check out more of the best fire pits, according to experts.
An air fryer is just the ticket when you want a hot meal without turning on the oven. This top-rated model heats up quickly and holds up to 2.5 pounds of fries or 14 wings at a time. Plus, it can be used to dehydrate food, proof bread and even bake desserts. This price is one of the best we've seen it marked down to.
Check out our roundup of the best air fryers for more.
One Yahoo editor awarded this blade the title of best budget chef's knife after testing a slew of them. She says, "When I started culinary school, I was issued a curated set of knives and tools we would need to work with through our 600 hours of training in order to graduate. This Mercer Culinary chef's knife was the one we received that day and what we would use for 90% of our daily tasks. That should give you an idea of what this knife is capable of — and of its durability.
The Genesis may not be a flashy knife, but it is a real workhorse in the kitchen. This Western-style knife is forged from a single piece of high-carbon German steel and features a handle made from Santoprene (a rubbery material) that ensures a firm grip even in damp hands."
It only dropped lower in price once this year ... so chop chop!
These area-rug essentials are triangle-shaped to fit corners, and they couldn't be easier to use. Just remove the double-sided adhesive covers, stick them onto your rugs and press them to the floor. Their main purpose might be preventing your rugs from sliding around, but they'll also keep those stubborn corners that like to curl up nice and flat!
"My rugs were flying all around from my wild dogs and kids," shared a grateful parent. "I can’t believe how well this product works. My 5x7 rugs stay perfectly in place without moving at all. I will definitely be buying more of these for other rugs."
If you enjoy cooking up a storm, having a soft landing pad for your feet is essential — and this one has thousands of perfect ratings to back it up. The black mat is marked down to $11 (from $24) for Prime members when you apply the on-page coupon — that's close to as low as we've ever seen it. Several other colors are marked down for Prime members as well, though they cost a bit more.
The KitchenClouds Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat is the savior your sore dogs have been barking for, but maybe you never knew such a thing existed. Even if you wear slippers at home, cushioned anti-fatigue mats double down on protection. This gem is ideal for anyone with arthritis, fibromyalgia, herniated discs, tendonitis, foot issues or any stress-induced chronic pain. Sit at a desk all day and then deal with lower back pain when it's time to make dinner? Feel your joints whimper in distress while you prep your morning coffee? It can help with that too!
The mat has a diamond-shaped design on the bottom for traction and a beveled edge that helps prevent tripping, reducing the risk of accidents. This spongy mat doesn't just belong in the kitchen, either — order a few for the laundry room, garage, home office or any other areas where you tend to stand for long periods. They come in lengths ranging from 28 to 70 inches.
Amazon customers give this mat high scores when it comes to comfort, versatility and ease of cleaning.
One of over 11,000 five-star fans called the mat "better than insoles," adding: "I do a lot of meal prepping for the week on Sundays, so I am on my feet in the kitchen for eight to 10 hours a day ... I used to wear my gym shoes with cushioned support when I was cooking for long periods, but even then the resulting back pain was on another level. These mats are a complete game-changer. ... I could stand on these mats for hours and still be comfortable."
"It's like walking on a cloud," gushed another satisfied shopper. "They are plastic-coated, so all you have to do to clean them is vacuum and/or wipe them down with an all-purpose cleaner. That was a huge plus for me, because keeping kitchen mats clean is my personal nightmare."
A third described it as being "useful for other areas," explaining: "My poor elderly dog has arthritis, so standing still for long periods can be painful. I bought a couple of these ... to put next to his food table for him to be able to have some comfort while eating. They are so springy and comfortable that I wish I could line my whole house with them so we can all walk in comfort."
While the mats do have grippy backing, some reviewers said they still experienced slippage. "The only con for these mats is that they will slide on different types of floors," wrote one. "They don't slide on bathroom floors or the hardwood floors but do slide all over our kitchen flooring, which is ceramic tile. Not sure what the difference is, but to be safe we added nonslip padding under the ones in the kitchen." (Keep scrolling for one option.)
"I do wish it came in other patterns and colors," admitted a final fan, "but the comfort is great!"
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
