How Do I Prevent My Coir Mat From Shedding?

1. How Do I Prevent My Coir Mat From Shedding? With its natural-looking appearance and scraping properties, it's not surprising that Coir Mats is one of the most popular materials for door mats in the UK. As well as being practical and esthetically pleasing, coir mats are inexpensive, versatile, and eco-friendly. One of only a handful of exceptional downsides to coir matting is that it sheds. Although this is natural, there are ways you can diminish shedding and wear, to drag out the life of your coir mat. Read on to find out how you can prevent your coir mat from excessive shedding and keep your entrance tidy. Invest in Good Quality Coir mats are available in different grades. Coir mats of a higher grade, for example, heavy-duty or our premium grade mats, will shed less as the bristles are denser. Lower-grade coir mats may be cheaper however will deteriorate more quickly. So you will save more cash after some time by investing in a higher- quality mat that will last longer.

2. Installing your Coir Mat into a recess Installing your Coir Door Matswhen your mat has no inherent lines, for example, PVC into a well or recess will assist with keeping your entrance tidy. As the edges of the mat will be encased beneath the surface, it will decrease shedding onto the floor. The height of mat ought to be the same as the mat well or recess so it sits flush within it and is level with the floor. This assists with preventing trips as well as shedding. Vacuum and Shake Regularly Take the mat outside and give it a shake to help dispose of any free bristles. Do this when you first get a mat and continue to do so regularly to decrease shedding. If your mat is excessively large or too heavy to even consider picking up then you may suction away the remaining debris with a vacuum with the brush attachment. Trim with Scissors

3. Utilize a pair of scissors to trim any free or longer fibers which are protruding from the surface to assist with maintaining the appearance of the matt and keep it tidy. Take care to just trim the overabundance and not cut into the mat and cause it to have a lopsided surface. Avoid Excessive Moisture Coir mats are best placed in low-moisture areas, as excessive moisture can weaken the fibers in coir mats, leading to increased shedding. Keep PVC coir mats indoors, or under cover or asylum, if possible, to keep it out of the rain. If located outdoors, rain will pool the PVC backing and the natural fibers will become saturated and damaged. If the mat does get wet, allow it and the area to dry out prior to using it again completely. For outdoor utilize the better option is to go for a woven backed mat. For example our Custom tailored Hand Made Coir Doormat. Rotating your Coir Mat Occasionally rotating your coir mat will serve to equally distribute wear on the mat and can assist with reducing shedding. Leaving your mat looking better for longer. With regular maintenance and appropriate care, you will decrease shedding and expand the lifespan of your coir mat by years. Each mat will accompany a care and fitting guide. However, for more advice on maintaining your coir mat, look at our top tips on how to care for your coir mat.