How to maintain a yoga mat depending on its material?
Cleaning a yoga mat is not done in the same way depending on its material.
Your yoga mat accompanies you during your sessions. But, it can quickly get dirty and bacteria can multiply, not to mention bad odors. It's even worse if you practice often! The solution? Clean your yoga mat regularly . However, how to do it? In reality, the method of washing the soul mat will depend on its material. Indeed, some materials are more fragile than others. Also, its primary quality of being non-slip should not be diminished. This article will guide you on how to maintain your yoga mat like a pro to keep it longer.
Washing the eco-friendly Oeko-tex certified PVC yoga mat
A foam yoga mat can be washed in any way: in the washing machine at 30°C without spinning, by hand in lukewarm water and using a spray for soul mat . To clean it in the washing machine or by hand, use very little detergent and especially no Marseille soap which reduces the adhesion of your yoga equipment . As for drying, forget the dryer. After each session, why not spray a few drops of yoga mat spray to disinfect.
How to clean a natural rubber yoga mat
Natural rubber yoga mat maintenance is done by hand with warm water. Gently rub your mat with a non-abrasive cloth and air dry it away from sunlight. Avoid cleaning products that could compromise grip. Another solution is to use a special natural rubber yoga mat spray .
Disinfecting an eco-friendly TPE yoga mat
To clean a TPE yoga mat , wash it, without anything else, in the washing machine at 30 °C with a few drops of detergent. Be careful not to use Marseille soap as this will make your yoga accessory slippery. Also avoid spinning and tumble drying! Another, more restrictive, washing method is hand cleaning in lukewarm water, again with a few drops of cleaner. To do this, simply rub your mat gently with a soft sponge and then rinse. Finally, the ready-made spray for soul mat is not recommended.
How to care for a non-slip cork yoga mat
Be aware that most cork yoga mats have an antibacterial coating and therefore require very little maintenance. However, avoid cleaning your yoga mat with water, as this material does not support it.
Cleaning Jute Floor Mats
To easily disinfect and maintain a jute yoga mat , spray a few drops of ready-made mat spray. Choose a natural one for an eco-friendly choice! Then wipe with a clean, dry cloth or air dry it. For a deeper clean, wash it by hand with very little detergent and lukewarm water. Rub gently with a non-abrasive cloth before rinsing. Do not use Marseille soap, which would make your mat slippery.
How to wash a quality cotton yoga mat
There are two options for cleaning a cotton yoga mat : in the washing machine or by hand. Put it in the washing machine at 30 °C with a little detergent and without other clothes. You can even spin it. However, avoid the dryer which alters its softness and quality. As for the maintenance of the yoga mat by hand , use a small amount of cleaner and lukewarm water. Afterwards, simply rub your yoga equipment with a soft sponge and rinse. However, if you do not want to bother with washing your cotton mat, consider dry cleaning.
Maintaining your wool yoga mat
Just like the cotton mat, you can choose to machine wash or hand wash it in lukewarm water. When washing your yoga mat in the machine without other laundry, choose a delicate program (or even a special wool program) without spinning. Be careful, do not use a tumble dryer. For hand washing, use lukewarm water and a special wool hand detergent. Soak for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse. Do not twist your mat to wring it out. For ease, take your floor mat to the dry cleaners.
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