To properly selects a doormat that will correctly fit within the doorway through which individuals will enter and exit the property, it is first necessary to measure both the width of the doorway itself, as well as the width of the door frame into which the door will fit. The doormat should be sized according to the width of the doorway; mats that are too narrow will appear small within the doorway, while those that are too wide may obstruct the doorways for those who pass through it. For a single doorway, the best dimensions for a doormat will be between two and four inches in width and narrower than the doorway itself.
Mats that is placed within a doorway with a threshold should be at least three-quarters of the total width of the threshold covered by the mat to avoid making it appear too small within the doorway. In addition to determining the size of the mat that should be purchased, it is also necessary to decide upon the material from which the mat will be made. For outdoor areas, mats made from natural fibrous materials, such as coconut husk, are among the most useful materials for doormats.
How to Choose the Right Doormat
The stiff nature of the fibers within the husk naturaly allow for mud and grit to be scraped from the individual’s shoes. Additionally, coconut husk mats are naturally durable, and tend to be both water and bacteria resistant. For areas that may experience more exposure to sunlight, synthetic mats are helpful in that they tend to hold there color when exposed to sunlight.
Synthetic mats may also be machine-washed for increased convenience. For areas that are likely to recieve water from the individuals who use the entrance for those areas, mats made from rubber and vinyl will allow for the water to drain from the doormat. Within the indoors, mats that is made up of plush loops will naturally absorb the moisture from the shoes of those who enter the home, preventing moisture from reaching the indoor flooring.
Another factor to consider when purchasing a doormat is its thickness. The thickness of the mat will impact its ability to allow the door to close when the door is opened. To determine the correct thickness of the mat that should be purchased, it is recommended that an individual measure the gap between the door and the floor using a ruler.
From that measurement, it is best to subtract a quarter inch from the total measurement. Any mat that is too thick will cause the door to hit the mat when the door is closed, which may lead to the door to not properly close. Mats that are low-profile in thickness are best used within doorways that has a small gap between the door and the floor.
Mats that have a high pile thickness will require a larger gap between the floor and the door. Purchasing two mats for an area may be useful to keep the homes floor and doorway areas cleaner. One mat can be purchased for outdoor use.
Mats that are of a stiff fiber will allow for dirt to be removed from the shoes of the individuals who enter the home. An indoor mat can be purchased for the area within the home that is accessed from the outdoor entrance. Mats of this type will be absorbent to allow the mat to remove moisture from the shoes of those who enters the home.
By using both mats, the amount of dirt that enters the home will decrease, as will the number of potential scratches that occurs upon the indoor flooring. The outdoor mat can be placed just before the steps that lead into the home. The indoor mat may be placed within the entry zone of the home.
To ensure the mat correctly fits within the doorway, an individual can perform a series of measurements of the doorway. One measurement will be of the width of the doorway, which can be taken with a tape measure from one jamb of the doorway to the other. The depth of the porch can also be measured to ensure the mat will fit within the space.
The gap between the door and the floor can also be measured to ensure the mat is of a thickness that allows for the door to close. Finally, a piece of cardboard can be used to test whether the door will swing through the doorway where the mat will be placed. Mats will eventually need to be maintained for best performance.
Mats should be shaken once a week to remove the dirt that becomes trapped within the mat. Synthetic mats should be hosed down once a month. Indoor mats should be vacuumed to remove dirt.
Natural fiber mats should be stored during the wet seasons to prevent them from rotting. Finally, the mats will need to be replaced if they become flat or if their fibers begins to fray. You should of checked the thickness before you buys the mat.
Its important to make sure the mat isnt too big for teh space.
