Washing & everyday care
How to wash door mats: Magic Mat care
A routine for paws and shoes
A practical washing routine for your Magic Mat.
Magic Mat is machine washable. Start by removing loose dirt, check your machine's load limits, follow the supplied care label and let the mat dry completely before putting it back. Different mat constructions need different care, so use the instructions for the mat you own.
Before washing a door mat
- Read the label for the permitted cleaning method, temperature, detergent, cycle and drying instructions.
- Inspect the mat for damage, loose edges or deterioration of its backing. If it is damaged, seek advice before using or washing it.
- Remove loose dirt using the method permitted for that mat. Check the label before shaking, vacuuming or brushing a delicate surface.
- Check your washing machine’s instructions and capacity before loading a mat. Dimensions alone do not establish that a wet mat is suitable for a machine.
Can you wash door mats in a washing machine?
Only use a washing machine if both the mat’s care label and your machine instructions allow it. Textile surfaces, coir, rubber and mixed-material constructions can have different restrictions; the surface appearance does not tell you the safe method.
Use the label’s cycle and detergent instructions. Do not assume hot water, bleach, fabric softener, a particular spin speed or tumble drying is permitted. If the mat or machine instructions are unclear, check with the relevant manufacturer first.
Follow the permitted drying method and let the mat dry completely before returning it to the floor. Avoid placing a damp mat over flooring or leaving moisture trapped beneath it.
How to wash Magic Mat, step by step
- Remove loose dirt. Shake or vacuum loose debris before washing.
- Check the label and your machine. Inspect the backing and edges, and make sure the mat is suitable for your machine's load limits.
- Machine wash using the supplied instructions. Follow the care label for water temperature, detergent and cycle. If the label is missing, ask us before washing.
- Dry completely. Use the drying method on the care label. Do not assume tumble drying is permitted.
- Return to a clean, dry floor. Lay the mat flat and check the floor beneath it regularly.
If the label is missing or unclear, contact us with your product or order details before washing. Include a photo of the label if available.
Place the mat flat at your indoor entrance and check the floor beneath it regularly. Keep a towel available for heavy mud or very wet paws. Use suitable protection for soaking boots and standing water.
Check both the mat and flooring care information for compatibility. If the mat moves, catches under the door or cannot lie flat, choose another suitable position and check the size and clearance guide.
Common cleaning questions
How often should I clean my doormat?
Check it regularly and respond to how much dirt and moisture your entrance receives. Follow the care label rather than assuming a fixed washing schedule suits every household or mat.
Can I tumble dry a washable mat?
“Washable” does not automatically mean dryer-safe. Use a dryer only if the specific care label permits it, following its temperature and other restrictions.
Can I use the same method for every doormat?
No. Check the surface, backing and care instructions of each mat. If you cannot confirm the permitted method, ask before washing it.