Bath Mats

Choosing A Great Bathmat For Your Bathroom? Here Is What You Need To Know!

Choosing a bathmat is quite straightforward in most cases, but there are some things to consider. Bathmats can be made from various materials, which provides each bathmat with some unique properties and benefits. To learn more, be sure to check our comprehensive guide to bathmats.

What Are The Different Materials Available For Bathmats?

Manufacturers create bathmats in different materials these days. Evidently, each type of material has advantages, so we have listed the most important ones below.

Synthetic materials - When you are looking for a bathmat that dries quickly and can withstand regular washing, a synthetic bathmat is the option you are looking for. On the downside, they are not as good at absorbing water than other materials such as cotton.

Cotton - Just like apparel, cotton is also a popular material for bathmats. As you may have guessed already, cotton is a soft and comfortable material, this means you will be really comfortable when you step outside the shower or bath. In addition to that, cotton is also known for its water absorbing properties.

Wood - These are a little less comfortable than the cotton alternative and they can be quite slippery. However, wooden bathmats tend to be among some of the quickest drying options out there.

Natural plant fibres - Some bathmats can be made from fibres such as coconut or rush. Like cotton, natural plant fibres absorb water very easily, ensuring no water ends up on your bathroom floor.

What Are Some Of The Popular Bathmats Available Today?

Knitted cotton - It may not be the first bathmat you think about when you are looking for a bathmat for your bathroom, but a knitted version is certainly worth it. Most knitted bathmats are made from cotton, providing you with superior softness. Of course, the additional advantages of knitted bathmats is added durability, but also their superior look for that ultimate spa feel.

Anti-slip bathmats - If you are worried about slipping when you come out of the shower or the bath, then this type of bathmat should be high on your list. These bathmats are made in all kinds of materials but are characterised by a non-slip surface on the bottom.

Please note that the bottom of anti-slip bathmats can be made from different materials too. Some bathmats have an anti-slip coating, while others have dedicated suction cups to keep the bathmat in place. Evidently, the suction cups are only effective on some surfaces.

Woven cotton - We already mentioned knitted cotton as a durable and stylish option for your bathroom, but you could consider a woven cotton bathmat too. Woven bathmats are strong, this due to the tight weave it has. You can also encounter these bathmats in various textures and designs, which means you can easily find a bathmat to match your bathroom's interior.

Chenille - When you are looking for a combination of affordability and quality, then a chenille bathmat is another great option. Chenille bathmats are made from microfibre, which are known to be really absorbent. With this kind of mat, you can count on quick-drying properties, but also excellent fade-resistance.

What Size Bathmat Do I Need?

The size of the bathmat needs to be based on the size of your bath, shower, or your bathroom in general. For showers, you can get away with smaller bathmats. However, if you have a bath, you may want to look for some of the longer options, which cover the entire length of the bath.

Which Bathmats Are Available At Spotlight?

Spotlight has a beautiful collection of bathmats available, this collection contains bathmats in various materials. We also have bathmats with an anti-slip bottom, ensuring you do not slip in the bathroom.

In addition to bathmats, you can count on Spotlight for other bathroom products and accessories. In our bathmat section, you can also find many bathroom towels. We provide multipacks, which ensure you get the best selection of towels for the sharpest price.

Need anything else for the bathroom? Check out the additional categories in the Spotlight catalogue. From bathroom storage solutions to towel bars and other accessories, you can find it all online for the best price.