While generic cardboard or cheap plastic coasters simply hold a cup, handmade tea coasters bring functional, aesthetic, and psychological benefits to a home - especially on a tea table where ritual and presentation matter. Here are 5 compelling reasons why someone needs handmade coasters for their tea table: 1. Superior Moisture & Heat Protection (That Doesn't Stick) Mass-produced acrylic or finished wood coasters often trap water on the surface, causing the bottom of a hot m