L Shaped Diatomaceous Earth Shower Mat

Fabric bath mats have a familiar problem. They soak up water, stay damp all day and need washing every few days before they start to smell. In a busy bathroom, that routine gets old fast.

The L Shaped Diatomaceous Earth Shower Mat takes a different approach. Its diatomaceous earth composite pulls water in and dries on its own, and its L shape wraps the corner of a walk in shower where you actually step out. That combination is what makes it such a smart bath mat for modern bathrooms.

What makes the L shaped mat stand out

The material is the first advantage. Diatomaceous earth draws moisture straight through the surface and lets it evaporate, so the mat dries itself. There is no damp towel smell and nothing to throw in the wash.

The L shape is the second. Most mats are rectangles that sit square to the shower door. In a walk in shower, the wet spot is often at the corner, and a rectangle leaves it uncovered. The L wraps that corner.

The textured non slip underside is the third. It helps the mat stay put on the bathroom floor.

The two sizes are the fourth. The 29.5 by 29.5 inch mat suits a standard shower entry, while the 47.2 by 47.2 inch mat covers a larger walk in shower.

The three colors are the fifth. Light gray, blue and dark gray all have a matte finish that suits modern tiles. Tone varies slightly between batches.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Walk in showers. The L wraps the entry corner.
• Corner shower enclosures. Covers both sides where you step out.
• Wet rooms. A firm, quick drying spot to stand.
• Family bathrooms. A mat that needs no laundry.
• Guest bathrooms. Fresh for every visitor without washing.

In a walk in shower, the L shape covers the floor on both sides of the entry corner, so every step out lands on a dry surface.

In a guest bathroom, a self drying mat is one less thing to wash between visits.

Choosing the size and placement

The mat comes in two sizes: 29.5 by 29.5 inches and 47.2 by 47.2 inches, both measured across the arms of the L.

Measure the shower entry first. Check the length of floor along each side of the corner where you step out, and choose the size that covers it without running into a vanity, a toilet or a door.

Placement is the key to the design. Lay the corner of the L against the corner of the shower rather than square to the door. That is what closes the wet gap a rectangular mat leaves.

A few tips help:

• Place it on a clean, flat floor.
• Keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight.
• Stand it on edge to air once a week.
• Keep it clear of a door that swings over it.

Care is different from a fabric mat. Wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. Stand the mat on edge to air dry once a week. If it starts absorbing more slowly, sand the surface lightly with fine grit paper to reopen the pores. There is no machine washing.

Sanding sounds unusual, but it is quick. A few light passes with fine paper remove the thin layer that builds up from soap and skin oils, and the mat drinks up water again.

Choosing a color comes down to the tiles. Light gray suits white and pale tiles, dark gray suits slate and concrete looks, and blue adds a calm touch of color.

Because the mat is firm, it feels different underfoot from a soft fabric mat. Many people enjoy the cool, dry surface, especially in warm weather.

For families, a mat that dries on its own is one less item in the laundry pile every week.

Think about how water moves in your shower. If most of it collects at one corner, the L shape is ideal. If the entry is a straight opening with no corner, a rectangular mat may suit better.

Hygiene is another quiet benefit. A fabric mat that stays damp can hold odors between washes, while a surface that dries quickly does not give that dampness time to linger. A weekly airing on its edge keeps it fresh.

If you have a long bathroom with the shower at one end, the larger size gives a generous landing zone, and you can pair it with a soft mat at the basin for contrast underfoot.

It also helps to keep the mat away from standing water. A self drying mat works best when water lands on it in drips and splashes, not when it sits in a puddle.

Pairing it with other pieces

An L shaped stone style mat pairs well with a clean glass shower screen, plush towels and a soft fabric mat in front of the sink. Simple, matte bathroom accessories suit its look.

Browse the bath mats and rugs collection for more shapes, or the shower curtains collection if your shower uses a curtain.

Is the L shaped mat right for your space?

This mat is a strong fit if you:

• Have a walk in or corner shower.
• Are tired of washing damp fabric mats.
• Want a mat that dries on its own.
• Like a firm, matte surface.
• Want a choice of two sizes and three colors.

It may not suit you if you prefer a soft, plush mat underfoot or have a straight shower entry with no corner. A microfiber mat or a rectangular shape will suit those needs better.

For a shower corner that stays dry without extra laundry, though, this L shaped mat is a clever upgrade. Orders ship free anywhere in the US, and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days.