How to determine the right size for your doormat

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The right size for your doormat is one that fits perfectly. Standard-sized doormats often don’t quite meet the mark. With a custom-made doormat, you always get the right dimensions, as well as the perfect color and the functionality you need.

What size doormat should you choose?

When determining the correct size for your doormat, it’s important to know whether the doormat will lie loose on the floor or be recessed. If your doormat is recessed, it’s crucial to measure the dimensions of the recessed area. It can be disappointing if your recessed doormat doesn’t fit because it’s too big or too small. To ensure accuracy, always measure the length and width in two places. There might be slight variations, especially if the recessed area isn’t perfectly uniform. In such cases, always opt for the larger dimensions and trim the doormat if necessary.

If the doormat lies loose on the floor, you have a bit more flexibility. However, make sure not to choose a custom-made doormat that’s too small—especially in a hallway or corridor. After all, wiping your feet on something the size of a postage stamp is far from ideal!

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Size of the doormat and moisture absorption

Of course, the right size of your doormat is important, but other factors can also play a role. For example, the moisture absorption capacity of a doormat. Is this a key requirement for you? Then choose a custom-made absorber mat. With an absorber mat, you can dry your feet effectively, although they are less suitable for scraping dirt off shoe soles. If dirt removal is more important, a dirt trapper mat is a better option. The moisture absorption of the doormat depends on the material and thickness of the mat. In general, the thicker the absorber mat, the more moisture it can retain.

Doormat for indoor or outdoor use

For an indoor doormat, you might be more inclined to opt for a custom-made option. However, having the right size doormat can also make a difference outdoors. A doormat that’s too small may become saturated too quickly with dirt, moisture, and grime, losing its effectiveness. For tougher tasks, it’s convenient to have a sufficiently large mat that allows for firm wiping movements with muddy boots or shoes.

Indoors, the correct size is especially important if the mat is recessed, as we mentioned earlier. Additionally, the color of the indoor mat can be a deciding factor, particularly if you want it to match the rest of your interior design.

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Need advice on the size of your doormat?

With a custom-made doormat, you determine the size, but there are a few dimensions that are commonly chosen:

  • In a hallway or narrow space, avoid a bulky doormat. A good size is often 40 x 60 cm or 50 x 80 cm.
  • For a wider hallway or kitchen, a doormat measuring 60 x 100 cm or 80 x 100 cm is ideal.
  • Do you have French doors? A narrow, long doormat often looks great. These doormats are typically 60 x 180 cm.


Still unsure about the right size for your doormat? Feel free to contact us! We’re happy to assist you. We can provide advice on the different types of doormats and, based on your needs, help you determine the best dimensions. Accurate measuring, of course, remains essential.

Recessed doormat? Don’t forget to measure the depth

The thickness of the doormat is also important if the mat is recessed. A doormat that’s too thick can make it difficult to open the door. On the other hand, a doormat that’s too thin will sit lower than the floor, which doesn’t look appealing. You can solve this by using a rubber underlay mat. These underlays are available in various thicknesses, allowing your doormat to sit flush with the floor for a neat and seamless look.

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When do I need a non-slip undermat?

The anti-slip undermat can be used when the mat is placed on a smooth surface. The mat has a standard size of 60x60cm, but can easily be cut to the desired size with scissors.

If the mat is larger than 60x60cm, multiple anti-slip undermats can be used.

Rubber filling mat

Is your mat going to be in a recess or is there a crawl hatch that is deeper than the floor? Then our rubber filling mat offers a solution. These filling mats are made of recycled granulate rubber, which is very sustainable!

Need an undermat?

Measure the depth and dimensions of the recess to determine the height to be filled. It is possible to stack multiple filler mats on top of each other to get the right height.

Dimension - Anthracite - 50 x 100cm

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The Dimension anthracite outdoor mat is a custom-made outdoor entrance mat made of yarns that effectively remove dirt from your soles. The advantage of these yarns is that they do not absorb moisture, so the mat can be left outside in all weather conditions. The mat has a thickness of 11 mm and gives a chic look. Because there is no so-called nap in the mat, the length and width can be turned as desired.

When do you need a cutting knife?

Use the Mattigo cutting knife to cut out the corner of the threshold or door frame from the mat so that the mat fits perfectly in the space where you have designed it.

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