We did commit a lot of time in discussing the care instructions of a car\u2019s exterior. But wait, did we discuss the due care the interiors of a car need? If we haven\u2019t, now we would. While you want the interior of the car to look spectacular and get various kinds of detailing done on it, you should not forget that putting the product is not the only thing, but you need to get a few things cleaned too. What are we talking about? A cleaning floor mat that has stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even if the floor mats are made of rubber, plastic, or carpet, they will need care. A pristine floor mat, free of dust, dirt, and debris, is an achievement unlocked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do you think that gloves, napkins, and mundane cleaning tools would do? Well, if it\u2019s an emergency, you need it; but does it rids the mat off the stain in all the cases, and entirely? We don\u2019t think so. You may not clean the matt, but make the stain worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thus today, let\u2019s talk about the ideal way of cleaning a car floor mat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mats are used to form a protective layer on the factory interior carpets, often included by the factory as a standard product offered in the package, or can be bought by any trusted dealer. Car floor mats are available in stores, as well as online; thus, buying new ones isn\u2019t an issue at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find below the type of mats and the tools or supplies required to clean them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fabric floor mats are widely available, cheapest, and commonly used floor mats, which give the same feel like the floor carpets that you generally have in a car. If we were to say that it was just the same material, but an added layer with logo, enhancement, color, and branding, it would not be wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Black in color, they don\u2019t project the dust on them very easily, and thus, low maintenance. Fairly better from the fabric floor mats are rubber floor mats, obviously made of rubber and plastic. These are usually used in cold and\/ or wet weather and can be seen as an upgrade to the car floor mats. Known to be non-slippery, they aid safe driving, soak water and mud, and are presumably a worthwhile purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These aren\u2019t usually a part of the package when you get a vehicle. People buy these often as an additional accessory. Made of strong vinyl, these are more fashionable and high on durability. The best part about these mats is the fact that they do not let water or debris fall off it. Thanks to their elevated edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not a very old member of the floor mat family, these mats are engineered to suffice what all other mats would not. They soak grime, water, grease, and precisely anything that is spilled in the car, are durable, low on maintenance, and wouldn\u2019t even require much of a cleaning effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This process may overwhelm you, but it is easier than you think. You need to have a know-how of what material goes well with what product and follow the steps religiously. It\u2019s going to be a job well done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For those who own aftermarket floor mats, it becomes more important to follow the steps for the best results. In the case that you don\u2019t, be ready to take a hit on its durability. Of course, you would not want that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the process below, we will cover the process of cleaning cloth floor mats and rubber mats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first step is getting everything required to get the work started. Don\u2019t know what those supplies are? We have listed them below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rubber mats dry easily, but excess soaking water with an old towel will do just right. You can also use compressed air to blow them, ridding the creases of the trapped water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Car owners like to do things quickly, but don\u2019t try to wash them while they are inside the car. Do yourself a favor and remove them first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use your hands to shake them off, use a stick, or you can even vacuum the stuff off. It\u2019s an easy process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the mat is free from all dust and debris, keep them on a solid surface. A concrete surface should be your choice. Don\u2019t wash the mats on grass or any surface that can get it dirtier than before, as opposed to your primary motive of cleaning them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After placing them on concrete, pre-rinse them with water. Remove the excess debris that may still be on the surface. Rinsing with water on high pressure will remove the dirt that may have stayed trapped. The main idea is to eliminate the debris as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wash the rubber floor matt with a wash mitt, finally. The microfiber material is the best for the rubber surface. It comes with a noodle-like appearance and, thus, easily penetrated into the narrow creases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don\u2019t be harsh on the matt, wipe the matt with the cloth once, and it should remove all the residue successfully. Do the same for the front and the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use your garden hose to rise of the floor mat. Make sure that there is no soap residue left, thus, use a good amount of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pro tip: rinse the first side, then the ground; thus, it shouldn\u2019t have any soap residue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have an air compressor? Then you\u2019re lucky. Now, you need to remove any traces of standing water. Attach the air chuck to the hose to blow off the excess water. In areas where you get water rich in calcium, this step becomes extremely important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vacuum the car floor first and then put back the dried mats in their respective places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Opposed to the plastic or rubber mats, these aren\u2019t very easy to wash. This process can also be challenging, depending on how dirty the mat is. If the debris or stain is somehow embedded, then we have bad news for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cleaning them will be the pain, but here are two ways of going about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the method listed above didn\u2019t do all the wonders, then it\u2019s time for you to put in some creativity. While you can get your hands on several products online and from the stores, you can Google a few DIY solutions and clean the mats efficiently and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You need a mixing bowl for optimal results. Following are the ingredients that you would need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mix the ingredients until they blend completely. Let the mixture cool once it\u2019s perfectly blended. Use a stiff bristle brush and follow the instructions that we disclose thoroughly. For any consumer-grade carpet cleaner, they\u2019d have an instruction manual along, and you should adhere to those.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After vacuuming the mats, follow the method below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fill the brush with a cleaning solution, put some solution on the stained surface, and brush the stained area. Brush the area in a circular pattern and continue until the stain comes out. You may need to put more solution if the stain is very aggressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some stains are too stubborn and would need to be aggressively removed. The cleaning agent may not suffice, and you may need to consult a car detailer to help you with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once the stain has been removed, saturate the brush with freshwater and brush the area in the same way to remove the excess debris, dirt, and cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is the time to vacuum the mat as a cherry on the top. If you have a wet\/dry shop vac, that is a plus. Remove any residue from the previously stained area. Once the mats are dry, put them back in the car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cleaning the car mats is not only meant to enhance the appearance, but it is important to ensure safety as well. A mat free from debris will prevent your feet from slipping while you drive. We must tell you that slippery mats have caused a lot of car accidents, and you don\u2019t want to be the part of that stats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whichever mat you choose, make sure that you keep them clean and replace them when needed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
We did commit a lot of time in discussing the care instructions of a car\u2019s exterior. But wait, did we discuss the due care the interiors of a car need? If we haven\u2019t, now we would. While you want the interior of the car to look spectacular and get various … <\/p>\n