Doormats are available in different materials. Depending on the material, there are advantages and disadvantages for each type of doormat in terms of cleaning and maintenance and the purchase price.

 

To help everyone find the right doormat for their needs, here is a list of the advantages and disadvantages of each material.

Rubber doormat

+ inexpensive

+ robust

+Easy care with soap and water

- Slippery on smooth surfaces

 

Carpet mat

+ Effective even against finer dirt

+ Easy to vacuum and machine washable

- Slow drying, therefore more suitable for indoors

 

Coconut mat

+ very absorbent and dirt-dissolving

+ easy care by tapping out

- Short service life

 

Plastic doormat

+ well suited for outdoors

+ easy cleaning with water

+ inexpensive

- Low weight, therefore slips easily

 

Iron doormat

+ good against coarse dirt

+ does not slip

+ long service life

+ Easy cleaning with water

- uncomfortable for bare feet

- gets hot in the sun

- not good value

 

Polypropylene mat with metal frame

+ very robust

+ decorative

+ Easy cleaning by brushing

+ stable position

- Raised edge creates a tripping hazard

 

Wooden mat with brushes

+ Thorough collection of dirt

+ long service life

- Relatively expensive

- Complex maintenance, as the wood should be oiled regularly