A coir mat is an excellent choice for wiping dirt off your shoe soles. It’s no surprise that a coir mat is a type of dirt trapper mat. In addition to catching twigs, stones, and other coarse debris, a coir mat is particularly effective at absorbing sand. That’s great because it keeps sand from spreading throughout your home. But how do you remove sand from a coir mat?
Before diving into the details, it’s important to note that modern coir mats cannot be beaten or shaken out as older mats could. This is because traditional coir mats weren’t finished with the “hard backing” that we now see. While the hard backing prevents dirt from getting underneath the mat, it has a downside: the backing can crack if mishandled.
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Coir mat as a dirt eliminator
The stiff fibers of a coir mat effectively scrape dirt and grime off your shoe soles, allowing you to step onto the floors of your hallway, kitchen, or workspace with clean shoes. Depending on the weather or outdoor conditions, dirt can accumulate quickly after a day of wiping feet. Larger debris remains on the surface, while grains of sand settle between the fibers of the mat. While not immediately visible, a significant amount of sand can build up over time. To keep your coir mat functioning optimally and to extend its lifespan, it’s essential to regularly remove sand from the mat.
How to remove sand from a coir mat
Regular vacuuming will remove some of the sand particles from your coir mat, but not all of them. To tackle this, in addition to vacuuming, periodically brush your mat with a stiff brush to loosen and remove sand particles. Another effective method is to place the mat upside down and gently tap the back. Gravity will help dislodge dirt and sand from the fibers, leaving your mat clean and ready to trap dirt again.
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Coir mat that fits your entryway
A clean coir mat is a joy! You can confidently wipe your feet on your beautiful coir mat. Plus, it’s a thin coir mat, which was an important criterion for you when choosing a doormat. Everyone has their personal preferences when it comes to doormats.
Custom-made coir mat
You can place a coir mat directly on your floor or recess it on a crawlspace hatch. While it’s essential for a recessed doormat to fit perfectly, you can also opt for a custom-made coir mat to lay across your floor—for example, to span the entire width of your hallway. However, keep in mind that a coir mat is less suitable for direct placement on a PVC or resin floor. This is due to the rubber backing, which contains plasticizers. These can cause a chemical reaction with the floor, leading to unsightly and permanent discoloration.
In short, a coir mat is an excellent choice for a doormat. With proper maintenance, you’ll enjoy it for years to come.
Tip: Check out our blog on finding the perfect coir mat for your front door and how to clean your coir mat.