Are Stone Bath Mats Worth It?

Recently, stone bath mats have been trending upward in popularity as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cloth or rubber bath mats. Stone bath mats typically have an aesthetically pleasing minimalistic look and aim to elevate one’s space with its unmatched absorbency, quick-drying capabilities, and unparalleled durability. Let’s explore the benefits of these stone bath mats so we can truly understand if they’re worth it or not.

What are Stone Bath Mats made of?

Stone Bath Mats are made of a naturally occurring substance with multiple uses and benefits called Diatomaceous or Diatomite Earth. Diatomaceous earth is a non-toxic material composed of small aquatic organisms commonly known as diatoms, which have skeletons made up of natural silica. These diatoms are also known as the grass of the sea and accumulate in oceans, rivers, streams, and lakes worldwide. It's commonly known in the industry as a filtration, abrasive, or highly absorbent material. Its high absorbency is why it’s used to create bath or dish mats. Another common use for diatomaceous earth is as an insecticide or pest control agent. It's extremely effective against certain insects due to its dehydration capabilities.

The Benefits of Stone Bath Mats

The most common benefit of stone bath mats is their ability to absorb water in a short amount of time, typically within a minute. Diatomaceous stone bath mat's quick absorbency of water allows for the maintenance of a dry, cleaner, and fresher bathroom or kitchen environment. Traditional mats, on the other hand, are high maintenance, take hours to dry, may become moldy, or leave wet floors, which may cause injury due to slips and falls.

Stone bath mats are a low-maintenance and eco-friendly alternative to traditional cloth or fabric mats. Unlike cloth mats, they do not need frequent washing and drying in a washing or drying machine to stay clean and prevent odors. This not only saves water and energy but also eliminates the continued need to use bleach, detergent, and other chemicals during cleaning. One critical step in the guide to cleaning and maintaining your diatomaceous stone bath mat is to polish it with sandpaper lightly. As the frequency of use increases, the holes on the mat surface may become clogged, and water absorption may decrease. In this case, water absorption will be restored after it’s polished.

Who doesn’t love an aesthetically pleasing room? We believe most people do, and a stone bath mat is the perfect accessory to complement your kitchen, bathroom, or other rooms. Adding other diatomaceous stone bath accessories like a soap tray, toothbrush cup, and coasters to complement the stone bath mat is also ideal. The stone bath mat's sleek, minimalistic design will add a modern touch guaranteed to elevate your space!

4. Non-Slip Safe Design

Did you know that bathroom falls have caused a significant amount of injuries in older age groups? A study published by the CDC mentioned “Approximately 80% of all bathroom injuries were caused by falls, with the highest injury rates in the oldest age groups. For adults aged ≥65 years, falls often cause serious injuries, such as hip fractures, attributed in part to osteoporosis, a metabolic disease that makes bones porous and susceptible to fracture (6).” The stone bath mat is designed to offer exceptional absorbency which ensures your floors stay dry and secure. Say goodbye to wet feet and enjoy the comfort of a dry bathroom environment with our ultra-absorbent mat.

Are Stone Bath Mats Worth It?

So what’s the verdict? Is it worth buying a stone bath mat over a traditional cloth bath mat? Our answer is absolutely! We believe it’s a must to have an aesthetically pleasing, non-slip, low-maintenance, and fast-drying stone bath mat with exceptional absorbency. It’s the perfect accessory to help minimize significant injuries due to slips and falls in the bathroom or complement other areas in your home such as the kitchen. Click here to shop now and get all the benefits stone bath mats offer!