Rhino Professional Bench Tamper Mat - Corner

Key facts

• Brand: Rhino Coffee Gear
• Material: Food-grade silicone
• Function: Tamping support
• Grip: Anti-slip
• Best for: Espresso prep at home or in cafés
• Care: Wipe clean or top-rack dishwasher

Rhino Coffee Gear builds barista tools designed to stand up to commercial use. The Professional Bench Tamper Mat is one of their best-known small accessories a food-grade silicone pad that turns any bench edge into a proper tamping station.

Equally useful for home espresso setups where you'd rather not scratch the kitchen bench.

A small accessory that makes daily espresso prep cleaner, quieter, and easier on your bench.

Setup: Position the mat

1. Place flat on the bench, with the corner overhanging the edge
2. Anti-slip base stays put on hard surfaces
3. Position so the portafilter sits over the corner

Tamp: Get the dose in

1. Rest the portafilter spout on the mat
2. Tamp with even pressure
3. The mat absorbs the impact — quieter and bench-safe

Clean: Wipe and store

1. Wipe spent grounds away with a damp cloth
2. Occasional wash on the top rack of the dishwasher
3. Hang or lay flat to dry

Wipe clean with a damp cloth after each session to remove ground residue. Dishwasher-safe on the top rack for a deeper clean. Avoid sharp blades and abrasive scourers.