The 9 Best Bath Mats of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
Bath mats may seem like an insignificant part of your bathroom, but they’re actually very practical. Not only do they provide an absorbent, comfortable surface to prevent you from slipping when you get out of the shower, but they can also pull the room together and make it feel more spa-like.
To find the best bath mats, we tested 29 models in our Des Moines lab and at home over the course of two months, evaluating them on performance, comfort, value, and ease of cleaning. We included multiple types of bath mats—including memory foam and wood options—and various price points. For tips on maximizing the life of your bath mat, we also spoke with Leah Tuttleman, interior designer at Re-Bath, Jessica Samson, a cleaning expert at The Maids, and Audrey Scheck, the founder and CEO of Audrey Scheck Design.
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This bath mat has a super soft, high pile.
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It can become waterlogged.
Memory foam isn't just for mattresses and pillows—there are memory foam bath mats, too. This mat from Genteele feels soft beneath your feet, which explains why many people enjoy using it in the bathroom and kitchen. During testing, the mat was very thick and durable and shifted very little regardless of whether it was wet or dry.
The biggest downside to this mat is that while it’s super absorbent, it can get waterlogged and feel like stepping into a puddle (keep in mind that our testing involved pouring water directly onto the rug). Thankfully, even when the top of the mat absorbed moisture, the bottom was only damp, with no water spilling on the floor. We also like that you can wash this bath mat regularly in a washer and dryer, which you may want to do regularly to avoid mold and mildew growth. We found that it remained intact and didn’t fray at all. Washing also didn't damage the quality of the memory foam. While the mat looked a little flat when it came out, it regained its form after a few minutes.
Even after two months, the quality feels the same as when we first got it. It absorbs water well after a shower, even without a shower curtain and when showering right after another person.
Overall, this mat is spacious enough to suit practically any bathroom. There are 27 colors and patterns available, including solids, stripes, and even an adorable duck pattern ideal for a child's bathroom. It also comes in eight sizes to fit any space. (Just note that some colors come in fewer sizes than others.)
Material: Polyurethane foam, velvet cover | Size: 17 by 24 to 72 by 24 inches | Care: Machine wash
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