Our Place · Grill & Oven Mats
Barebones Fire & Grill Mat Mini
Lower PFAS concern; silicone mats pose minimal risk, but Our Place makes no public disclosure.
The Barebones Fire & Grill Mat Mini is a silicone-based grilling mat with no reported Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating coatings. Silicone cookware typically carries lower PFAS risk than nonstick coatings.
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Fiberglass-reinforced silicone mat
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Uncoated safe material
Bare, uncoated material (cast iron, stainless, carbon steel, or glass) with no surface treatment to contain PFAS.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Barebones Fire & Grill Mat Mini is constructed from fiberglass-reinforced silicone, a composite where woven glass fibers are embedded in a silicone elastomer matrix. Silicone itself is chemically inert at typical cooking temperatures and does not leach into food or release harmful volatiles under normal grill use. The fiberglass reinforcement provides structural integrity and heat distribution, but the glass fibers are encapsulated within the silicone binder, minimizing shedding risk during standard use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Our Place is a direct-to-consumer cookware brand known for aesthetic design and premium pricing, but maintains minimal public transparency about material sourcing and third-party testing. The company has not published certifications (NSF, FDA, or similar) for this mat, nor made public commitments to PFAS-free formulations across its product line. No significant safety recalls or controversies are on record for this specific product or similar Our Place items, though the brand's broader silence on material safety testing is notable.
How it compares in its category
Fiberglass-silicone mats occupy a middle ground in the grill mat category: they outperform lower-cost woven fiberglass mats (which can shed fibers) and standard aluminum foil in durability and even heat distribution, but cost more than both. Many competitors (e.g., Outset, Napoleon, Weber-branded mats) use similar silicone-composite construction without premium pricing; Our Place's 'mini' version is positioned as a lifestyle product rather than a performance upgrade, which affects perceived value for a functional item.
If you buy it
Keep the mat below 500F continuous heat; silicone can tolerate higher peak temperatures but fiberglass reinforcement may gradually degrade at sustained extremes. Hand wash only and avoid metal utensils that could puncture or abrade the surface, exposing fibers. Inspect before each use for tears, cracks, or peeling edges; discard if the silicone coating separates from the fiberglass substrate. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent UV degradation of the silicone binder over years of use.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Fiberglass fiber shedding
If the silicone coating becomes damaged (punctures, peeling), exposed fiberglass fibers could potentially shed into food or be inhaled. Risk is low with intact mats and proper handling, but users should inspect regularly and replace if coating integrity is compromised.
Silicone degradation at high heat
Silicone elastomers can undergo cross-linking breakdown and release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) at sustained temperatures above 400-500F. For a grill mat used occasionally at typical grilling temperatures (350-450F), this is unlikely, but extended use at charring heat increases risk.
Adhesion failure and delamination
Poor adhesion between the fiberglass substrate and silicone coating can lead to peeling or separation over time, especially with thermal cycling (heating and cooling). If delamination occurs, the protective silicone layer may no longer fully encapsulate the fiberglass, increasing contact risk.
Flame retardant or sizing chemicals in fiberglass
No public information indicates whether the fiberglass reinforcement in this product is treated with added flame retardants or textile sizing agents. The embedded fiberglass is unlikely to contact food directly, but users with sensitivity concerns should contact Our Place for material specifications.
Off-gassing of uncrosslinked silicone oligomers
Industrial silicone mats may off-gas low-molecular-weight oligomers (siloxanes) during initial use, though this is typically brief and at minimal levels. No recalls or reported issues exist for this product; proper airing before first use can further minimize any odor.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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