Why use floor MATS? How should one choose?

First of all, it must be said that floor MATS are very practical and common household items.

It can enhance the aesthetic appeal when placed in the living room or bedroom, and prevent slipping when placed in the bathroom. However, have many friends noticed that there are numerous materials for floor MATS?

Therefore, partners need to make distinctions when purchasing. So, how to choose a floor mat? Next, I’m going to share with you all. Just consider it as a little knowledge!

I. How to Choose a Home Floor Mat?

1. Clarify the purpose:

In fact, floor MATS come in many types. Therefore, before purchasing a home floor mat, it is necessary to first check the location where it will be used. According to different usage locations, home floor MATS can be classified as: entrance floor MATS, living room floor MATS, kitchen floor MATS, bedroom floor MATS, foot MATS, etc.

2. Smell the scent

There are many types of materials for household floor MATS. When purchasing them offline, you can smell them to see if there is a pungent odor. If there is a pungent smell, placing the floor mat at home will definitely affect the indoor air quality. Therefore, be sure to pay attention to it before purchasing. If you purchase online, you should ask the customer service clearly or check the reviews. Don’t regret it when you buy it home.

3. Touch the surface with your hand

Feel the surface of the floor mat to check if it is comfortable. If it feels very rough, it will wear out easily and reduce the service life of the product. Home floor MATS are in contact with us every day. If their quality is not good, it will affect the happiness of living at home.

4. Check the material

Ask the salesperson or consult the customer service, or check the product description to learn about the material of the floor mat. The service life of floor MATS made of different materials varies. Choosing a good floor mat can reduce the frequency of replacement.

Ii. What material is good for floor MATS?

1. Cotton

This is the material that people come into contact with the most in daily life. If it is 100% cotton and anti-slip particles are added, not only does it have a good dust removal effect, but it can also increase the friction with the ground, and the anti-slip effect is extremely strong. In addition, the all-cotton floor mat has a comfortable and gentle touch, allowing our life to return to simplicity.

2. Blended:

The main raw material is high-quality polypropylene, and the back is made of cotton and linen, which is moisture-proof, anti-slip and wear-resistant, and will not damage the floor. In addition, polypropylene has a thick and textured velvet surface, good resilience, strong anti-toppling ability, high density, and large gaps on the carpet surface. Therefore, it is a floor mat material that is not easy to accumulate dirt.

3. Plastic

This type of material is also very common. The main raw material is plastic, with rubber particles at the bottom. It has a faint rubber smell, but it is green, environmentally friendly and pollution-free. You can purchase it with confidence. The plastic floor mat has a thick texture, excellent dust-removing effect, and features outstanding properties such as anti-slip, moisture-proof, mold-proof, non-toxic and environmentally friendly. Moreover, it is durable.

4. Straw weaving

Made of plant fibers, it exudes an original ecological flavor. Besides, it has excellent properties such as being economical and practical, durable, naturally colored, environmentally friendly, corrosion-resistant, pressure-resistant, foot-resistant and flame-retardant.

5. Chenier

This type of fabric is very suitable for use in living rooms. It is made of ultra-fine fibers, so it can absorb dust particles in the air and has the effect of purifying the air. In addition, Chenille floor MATS can absorb more moisture than their own weight, allowing the MATS to dry quickly and preventing bacterial growth, thus eliminating the existence of bacterial breeding sources.

6. Diatom mud

Environmentally friendly and odorless, with excellent decorative effects, it can absorb odors and purify indoor air. It can reduce noise pollution, regulate the indoor dry and wet balance, has extremely strong water absorption, can quickly absorb water stains, and also prevent falls.

Iii. How to choose Floor MATS at different positions?

There are numerous types of floor MATS. When making a purchase, we must clearly understand our own needs, be clear about the functions of the floor mat we require and the characteristics of the environment where it will be placed. For instance, if we want to buy one for the bathroom mainly for water absorption, then we should choose a floor mat with a strong water absorption function. After clarifying the relevant requirements, choose the floor mat based on its specific use, material characteristics, and the features of the placement environment. Do not buy a random one without knowing it. If it doesn’t work well then, it will be a waste of money.

Therefore, below, I will give you a detailed introduction to the requirements for floor MATS at various positions. By the way, I have also found some floor MATS for your reference and recommendations.

1. Entrance

The main purpose of using floor MATS here is to scrape off sand, remove dirt and prevent dust from being brought into the room and causing pollution. Therefore, floor MATS should be made of materials with good decontamination effect, wear resistance and easy cleaning, such as rubber, coconut fiber, polypropylene, nylon, polyester, etc.

2. Inside the entrance hall:

The main function of the floor mat here is also to remove residual dust. However, since it is placed indoors on the floor, it does not produce too much dust. But it is stepped on frequently. Therefore, it is advisable to choose a floor mat that is relatively soft, wear-resistant and does not wear down the floor. Generally, it is recommended to choose a mat made of acrylic.

3. Restroom

Placing floor MATS in front of the washbasin and at the bathroom door is mainly to absorb water. Therefore, cotton, microfiber or diatom mud floor MATS should be chosen, among which microfiber and diatom mud materials are the best. After getting out of the bath, the friends stepped directly on it. Not only did it absorb water quickly, but the touch was also very comfortable.

4. Kitchen

The floor mat is used here to prevent water and oil from the kitchen from entering the living area. It is recommended to use cotton floor MATS here. Because cotton floor MATS have good water and oil absorption, and are made of natural materials, they are safer to use in the kitchen. In addition, cotton floor MATS are mostly in dark colors. When they get dirty, it is not obvious and they are relatively easy to clean.

5. Bedroom

Many people like to put a floor mat beside their bed so that they can go barefoot when getting out of bed without catching a cold. It is recommended that everyone use cotton or microfiber floor MATS in the bedroom. These two types of floor MATS are made of safe and pollution-free materials, completely eliminating the trouble of static electricity. Moreover, they are comfortable in texture and are extremely suitable for use in bedrooms and children’s rooms.

Iv. Precautions for the Use of Floor MATS

Note 1:

Clean or replace in time. Most floor MATS are used as protective equipment to remove dust, water stains and dirt, so as to prevent our living environment from being widely polluted. No matter what material the floor mat is made of, as long as its function is to remove dust, it will accumulate a lot of dirt over time. If it is not cleaned in time, it will not only fail to achieve the function of dust removal but also pollute the living environment. Especially the floor MATS in the kitchen, if you cook frequently, they will get dirty almost every two days. Therefore, it is recommended that the floor MATS outside be cleaned at least once every half a month, those in the entrance hall be cleaned once a week, the floor MATS in the kitchen be cleaned as soon as they are used up, and the floor MATS in the bathroom be kept as dry as possible depending on the situation. If they are damp, they should be dried in time. It is recommended to clean them at least once a week. In environments like bathrooms and kitchens that are prone to dampness, if the floor MATS get damp, they can easily breed bacteria, which poses a great threat to our health. It is also very necessary to use disinfectant for disinfection when cleaning. If the floor mat has been washed many times during use and shows signs of aging or is difficult to clean thoroughly, it is recommended to replace it in time when necessary. After all, good health is the most important.

Note 2:

Friends who use floor heating should not use floor MATS with adhesive backing indoors. For floor MATS with adhesive backing on the back or those that release harmful gases after heating, when we use floor heating, the adhesive backing may melt and stick tightly to the floor. If it is wooden flooring, it may be damaged, and tiles may seep into the gaps. Not only is it particularly difficult to clean, but the generation of harmful gases is even more terrifying. So friends who use floor heating must not use floor MATS with adhesive backing, nor those made of plastic or rubber.