What is a Coir Doormat?

Welcome your family home and your companions to visit with a mat at your home's front entryway. Assuming that you've been contemplating what sort of mat to add to your doorway's style, you could consider what a coir mat is? We've explored the makings of coir to track down the response for you.

Coir mats are produced using the sinewy, external husks of coconut shells. The filaments are eliminated from the husk and handled into yarn, or coir. Ready coconuts produce coarse, brown-hued coir and unripened, green coconuts produce a better finished, white to brilliant yellow shaded coir.

Made from highly durable, easy to maintain material and available in a variety of designs, coir mats will give your home a warm welcome and keep your entryway clean. We'll clarify why coir is a phenomenal material decision for your next mat. We’ll show you some stylish examples of coir mats and let you know how to keep your mat looking like new for years.

Can Coir Mats Get Wet?

As a natural fibre, once native to subtropical climates, processed coir remains exceptionally resilient to water. Not only can coir get wet with freshwater and saltwater but, coir also resists mold and mildew from forming amidst any moist fibres.

How to Dry a Coir Doormat

To dry your coir doormat, hang it outside or in a well-ventilated area and allow time for the mat to air dry. If the rug was exposed to saltwater, rinse with fresh water first, and then hang to dry.

Naturally Draining Open-Backed Coir Mats

Consider getting an all-coir, environmentally friendly mat with an open backing rather than a coir mat with a backing made from rubber, vinyl, or PVC. A non-backed mat will allow water to drain through to aid the drying process until you get a chance to hang-up the mat. 

How Long do Coir Mats Last?

Coir is a sustainable resource that is highly durable and easy to clean. A coir doormat can last for 6 to 10 years at the threshold of your home. Selecting a coir mat of 1-inch thickness, or more will also increase the longevity of the rug, especially for mats used in high-traffic areas.

Stuck Mud & Dirt Brushes Off

Stiff, rough coir sweeps off mud, dirt, and sand from the bottoms of shoes, effortlessly keeping the inside of your entryway clean. Dried dirt or sand can either be shaken off or brushed off with a stiff-bristle scrub brush or broom.

Biodegradable

When your coir doormat has worn completely, you can add it to your compost pile because the coir is entirely biodegradable. Just remember to remove any synthetic backing before discarding the mat.

Do Coir Mats Shed?

Yes, coir mats do shed. But, the shedding occurs slowly over time as the mat wears underfoot. If you notice fragments of coir entering your home, sweep up the coir fragments and add it to your compost pile. Don’t worry if shed coir blows from the porch into your yard. The coir is 100% biodegradable. Thicker mats will break down more slowly by shedding because thicker mats contain more material.

Is Coir Flammable?

Coir is a flammable fibre that can easily ignite if it comes into contact with a spark or an open flame. In most home scenarios, there is generally a low risk of fire in the vicinity of your entryway. Refrain from placing coir mats near fireplaces, grills, areas where people smoke, garages, and workspaces.

Make a great first impression at your home’s entryway and share a genuine welcome by adding a coir doormat to the threshold. You’ll be glad to see a clean entryway floor after incoming family members and friends step inside.