What is your stance on sustainability?
At The Mat Collective we focus on every step of our yoga mats journey. From the biodegradable materials, planet friendly inks and our manufacturing processes, we’re committed to being socially and environmentally conscious. Our vegan microfibre mat surface is heat pressed to the base, carefully considering the environment by eliminating the need for toxic glues or chemicals. The base is made from natural tree rubber and is 100% non-toxic. We aim to package and send all our products in eco friendly options.
How do I clean my mats and towels?
Cleaning your mat is easy!
You can wipe down the surfaces of your yoga mat using soapy water, opt for an eco-friendly dishwashing soap ;). Squeeze most of the water out of the sponge or cloth to avoid soaking your mat. Leave your mat in an airy space out of direct sunlight to dry before rolling up. Alternatively you can use a disinfectant mat spray, again we recommend and eco-friendly option!
Popping your mat in the sunshine is also great for killing any bacteria. We recommend a max of 1 hour every couple of weeks. Leaving it for longer can cause damage to the tree rubber and fade your print.
If any of your cleaning products contain essential oils, we recommend patch testing as some oils can lift the ink from the prints.
Your yoga towel is completely fine to go in a washing machine on a cool delicate wash. Hang your towel in a shady place to retain it's shape and colour. Try to avoid placing your towel in the dryer or wringing it dry.
What are the yoga mats made of?
The base of our yoga mats are made of natural tree rubber. This is not only an amazing biodegradable and recyclable material, but it is also extremely durable increasing the lifespan of your yoga mat.
The top surface of your yoga mat is a vegan microfibre that has been printed by water-based inks. It has been heat pressed onto the tree rubber to avoid the use of any nasty glues. It also creates an ultra responsive grip under your hands and feet.
The combination of these two materials gives a luxurious, ultra supportive cushioned surface without compromising on a stable base.
Are you finding the mat a little slippery?
The microfibre surface has been designed to intensify your grip as your body and muscles warm up. You will notice with slightly sweaty hands and feet, your grip will increase. Lightly spritz the mat with a little water for extra grip. It is a good idea to spritz your mat the first few times you use it to get rid of any possible residue from the printing process which will help break your mat in quicker and therefore improve practice.