Special mini bath mats

After taking a pleasant relaxing bath or hot shower, you really want to keep the feeling of comfort as long as possible. Relaxing under the streams of warm water or soaking up in a bath with fragrant foam, you want to get into the same pleasant atmosphere.

But taking a step from the shower to the unpleasant cold and slippery tile on the bathroom floor, we quickly lose the peace and relaxation that we received during water procedures. And here the special mini bath mat turns out to be very useful.

Room specifics

The room shower or bathroom has its own specifics. Here, high humidity, the surface is often in contact with water. These features, unfortunately, are fraught with danger.

After taking a pleasant shower, not only a cold tile, but also careless sliding of feet on a wet surface can spoil the mood and well-being. It is fraught with painful bruises or even injuries. Unfortunately, such troubles often occur with young children, because their coordination of movements and sense of balance are not yet fully formed. This is of particular concern to each parent.

Functions

Modern bathroom mats successfully combine the performance of several functions. They have an aesthetic appearance, the models are original, stylish and beautiful. Such products are becoming full details of the interior of the bathroom. Bath coatings are made of various materials and can have a variety of forms. Most mini floor mats protect against slipping the feet on the wet floor or at the bottom of the shower stall.

Bath mats can also perform a wellness function, as in many products the surface texture is different for massage properties.

This is especially useful for small children. This micromassage of the feet is very useful for the prevention of flat feet and other disorders of the development of the musculoskeletal system.Foot massage is useful to periodically carry out and adults.

Using the floor covering in the bathroom will give you much more comfort, whether it be a hard massage mat or a cotton product with a soft nap. It will be very pleasant to step on such a surface after taking a bath. The surface of the product will protect from the unpleasant feeling of the cold surface of the tile, quickly dry the feet, absorbing excess moisture.

Materials

As mentioned above, for the manufacture of flooring for the bathroom manufacturers use a variety of materials.

They can be divided into two large groups: natural and artificial.

Natural

Natural products can be made of cotton, various types of wood, small stones or pebbles.

Cotton Covers for the bathroom usually have a pile of various lengths. The thicker and longer the pile, the softer and more pleasant to the touch. Thicker models are less prone to creasing. Such products are pleasant and warm, well absorb moisture. They can be washed in a washing machine - without affecting the appearance.

Pay attention to the underside of the cotton product.At the bottom of the mat should not be rubberized or made of other dense synthetic material. Cotton products need to be dried well, otherwise they quickly form mold and fungus. It is advisable not to leave such a product after use on a wet floor. You can dry it on the battery or hang it for a while on the edge of the bath.

Bathroom mat can be made from different types of wood. It can be palm bark, wood, bamboo. Natural material is thoroughly polished, treated with water-repellent and antibacterial composition. Wooden models give legs a feeling of warmth, the surface provides a good massage effect.

Of particular popularity recently won mats-mats. They are thin, light and soft. They are often used in saunas and steam rooms.

Models of wood do not require special care, tolerate moisture well. They quickly absorb moisture - and evaporate it just as quickly. To clean such a mat from dirt, just wipe it with a damp cloth. Wooden rugs have a very interesting appearance, they serve as good additions to the interior.An interesting and peculiar in appearance option is the treated cork mat.

Not so often, but confidently gaining popularity models made polished stone or pebbles. They attract with their unusual appearance. These rugs are ideal for decorating the bathroom in a nautical style. The surface of polished stones is a good natural massager. On sale you can also see rugs made of shells.

Artificial

Artificial floor mats are often cheaper than natural ones, but a large number of materials and models also make it possible to choose a quality rug in this category.

Usually for the manufacture of artificial mini bath mats are used acrylic, rubber, vinyl, PVC foam, silicone, microfiber.

Models vary in shape and size. Thanks to its improved moisture resistance and durability, an artificial rug can be used as a floor covering in the bathroom, as an anti-slip mat at the bottom of the bathtub or shower.

Coatings made of artificial materials are treated with antibacterial compounds,what interferes with active development on their surface of a fungus and a mold.

Models of artificial materials are very unpretentious in the care. They are well tolerated by hand washing, as well as washing in a washing machine. To clean the artificial turf, just wipe it with a clean cloth. After use (to speed up drying), you can hang a mat on the edge of the bath or wipe the floor under it with a dry cloth.

Usually all artificial surfaces have suckers on the underside. With the help of suction cups, the product is well attached to the floor or bottom of the bath. In most models, the upper surface performs anti-slip and massage functions.

The materials from which the artificial coatings for bathrooms are made, are amenable to painting. Rubber, silicone, acrylic mats can be of various colors, with patterns or monophonic. This makes it easier to choose the size, shape and color of the product.

PVC foam coatings are sold in rolls of various widths and colors. Having chosen the width, you can ask the seller to cut off the canvas of the desired length.

For kids

It is necessary to elaborate on mini-rugs in the bath for children.Their peculiarity is that they must protect the baby from falling while swimming. These rugs are mounted on suction cups to the bottom of the bath, on the wall or on the floor. It is more efficient to use a set of rugs for each surface.

Most often, mini bath mats are made of latex or acrylic. These materials are very durable, moisture resistant, hypoallergenic and completely safe for a young child. A non-slip rug attached to a tiled wall in the bathroom prevents the baby’s handles from slipping on a wet surface when the child is resting on it.

To make bathing not only safer, but also fun and interesting, children's mini-mats are made in a variety of colors and shapes. Usually they are bright characters from cartoons and fairy tales, funny animals or birds. Often, young children do not like the process of bathing, they can’t do without tears. But when the baby is interested in merry inhabitants on the walls and the bottom of the bath, he will forget about all the fears and troubles associated with bathing.

You can purchase several small rugs on suckers of various colors, shapes and lay out for the baby a whole “carpet” on the bottom of the bathroom - from his favorite characters.

Baby mats receive positive feedback from many parents.They really greatly facilitate the process of bathing a child, make it an interesting and joyful event for the baby.

Interesting solutions

A cotton rug with a long nap will fit into the modern style well. It is very pleasant and easy to use. The most appropriate are the models of natural shades: light green, light blue, beige, gray. A cork rug can look very interesting. Do not forget that the pile mat must be regularly and thoroughly dried.

If you decide to design a bathroom in a nautical style, a mat made of polished fine stone or pebbles is suitable. These models are best emphasized, complement the atmosphere of the sea or ocean, they are original and create the effect of this rocky beach. For the design in this style can also be used mat from seashells.

For the Provence style, the most suitable are models made of wood. They emphasize the beauty of the interior. You can choose a cork mat. Neat floor mats of various colors fit well into this style.

Selecting a rug for registration of a bathroom, it is worth making a start from the general style of registration and color scale of the room.The choice of a rug radically different in colors can be an original decision. Properly selected color will provide a stylish accent, and the rug will be a bright detail in the interior of the bathroom.

How to make a rug for the bathroom with your own hands, you will learn from the following video.

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