Mat is a necessary summer heat, especially with air conditioning is very comfortable, can make people comfortable to stay indoors all day. There are many materials of mat, many people do not know how to choose, in fact, you can choose according to your own situation, such as afraid of cold can choose straw mat, sensitive skin to avoid rattan mat. So how do you choose?
What is the best mat to use in summer
Straw mat
The material of the straw mat is soft, has strong affinity with the skin and low coolness. Suitable for the elderly, infants and people with weak constitution. It is best to use straw MATS in air-conditioned rooms. The straw mat has strong water absorption and good sweat absorption ability. The disadvantage is that it is easy to be humid and prone to mites.
bamboo mat
Bamboo mat is the coolest mat, suitable for people who are afraid of heat. Bamboo mat has a strong ability to absorb sweat and heat. The disadvantage is that the humidity is high and the touch is too cold. It is not suitable for the elderly, children, patients and people with poor health.
Rattan mat
Rattan MATS are more perspiration absorbent and breathable than bamboo and straw MATS. They don’t stick to the skin and they’re not too cold. They are suitable for patients with rheumatism. In addition, rattan MATS are softer and can be folded for easy storage. The disadvantage is that the surface has burrs and is not suitable for people with sensitive skin.
Cowhide mat
The cowhide mat has four functions: ventilation, heat dissipation, moisture absorption and moisture resistance. The mat surface is flat and does not easily hide dirt, mold and moth. Moreover, the cowhide mat does not cause skin irritation and maintains a constant temperature, which has certain health functions for the elderly, the infirm and arthritis patients. The disadvantage is that it is soft and easily scratched by hard objects.
Fabric mat
Woven from a mixture of all-natural, recycled or synthetic fibers, fabric MATS are soft, breathable, absorb sweat, wick moisture and fold easily. The temperature is moderate, very suitable for the whole family, especially the elderly, babies, pregnant women and so on. Common materials include ice silk mat, rattan mat and linen mat. The disadvantage is that the quality is uneven.
Buy mat how to see mat is good
One, look at the material. Bamboo mat should be made of natural bamboo and have flat and thin segments. The thickness of the mat should be uniform, there is no obvious seam, and it should be relaxed and suitable. Rattan MATS must be soft, delicate, elastic, and not easily broken.
Two, look at the color. The overall color is uniform, there are no black spots or wormholes, etc., and because it is made of natural materials, it allows for reasonable chromatic aberration. On the contrary, if the overall color is completely uniform, note whether it has been dyed.
Three, look at the flatness. No matter what kind of mat, its surface should be free of barbs, natural bamboo should also have a certain degree of smoothness, smooth, smooth, no astringent feeling when touched by hand.
Four, smell. Natural MATS should be scented with bamboo, grass or rattan. If there is a smell of chemical agents or dust, it indicates that it has been stained or aged.
Five, look at the dry humidity. The high humidity of the mat has not been mildew treatment, it is easy to mold and insects. If the mat is too dry, it will become brittle and break, so pay attention to its moisture content when buying, and gently fold the corners of the mat. No obvious dry fibers are produced, and no obvious moisture is preferable when touched by hand.
How to wash the summer mat
Step 1 Get some sun
Placing long-unused summer MATS in the sun is the most effective way to disinfect them. First, place the mat in the sun, wipe the front and back with a towel dipped in warm water, and take it home after 2 to 3 hours of exposure.
2. Wipe with toilet water
You need to wipe the mat with toilet water every day. Prepare a basin of clean water, and then drop an appropriate amount of toilet water into it, sending out a burst of fragrance. Wet a rag with water, and then scrub along the lines of the mat, you can remove the sweat polluted by the human body, play a certain bactericidal role, and effectively remove the bed mites.
3. Saline wash
Saltwater cleaning is done in a bathtub. First, fill the bathtub with cold water and sprinkle it with salt. Make sure the whole mat is submerged. After soaking for about half an hour, use a soft brush to follow the texture of the mat, gently brush the front and back, and rinse with water to avoid salt residue. Note, some mat can not be washed, to see the material clearly.
