Tamping Mat - Slim

Product details:

• Material thickness: 5 mm silicone
• Protective function: Prevents damage to the table surface while tamping
• Angle: No side marks on the work surface
• Edge reinforcement: 8 mm at the edge
• Edge reinforcement function: Prevents coffee grounds from scattering during preparation of the portafilter for tamping
• Cleaning: dishwasher-safe or under the tap
• Non-slip: Mat is non-slip and provides a good grip when tamping
• Base dimensions: 8 x 14.8 cm (width x depth)
• Inner angle dimension: 2.5 cm
• Outer angle dimension: 3.1 cm
  

Why do we sell this slim tamping mat?

We especially like the 90° angle on the front of the tamping mat. This supports the grip of the non-slip mat and addresses a typical problem area: the front of the table or countertop. With classic tamping mats, the table is only protected from above. However, tamping often takes place at the edge. This leads very quickly to many nicks and marks on the work surface.

What defines good tamping?

"Tamping" refers to compressing the coffee grounds in the portafilter. By applying pressure of approx. 8 - 15 kg, the coffee grounds are compacted in the portafilter.

To ensure good tamping is even possible, the preparation of the grounds in the sieve is crucial. If air bubbles are trapped or the coffee powder is compressed more in some areas than others, the resistance of the coffee puck to the water changes.

A good espresso extraction is achieved through even resistance. Lower resistance leads to the water flowing through faster and, consequently, to uneven extraction. In the worst case, channeling occurs. With this canal formation, the brewing water flows through some areas significantly faster, resulting in over-extraction.

We have provided more information on the topic of espresso preparation here.