For every motorist, purchasing quality rugs is becoming a problem. The choice is complicated by the fact that now on the market there are a huge number of different offers. Which car mats to choose - you decide.
The influence of climate on the choice of rugs
When choosing a mat material, you should pay attention to the climatic features of the place of residence. If your region is characterized by cold winters, then at this time of the year it is better to use car mats, which are made of fabric. In other seasons, you can use rubber, PVC or plastic floor mats that can protect your car from dirt and dust.
Safety and comfort of car floor mats
There are products for the interior and for the trunk of the car. What car mats are better to choose? When choosing these products should be guided by the fact that these car accessories should be safe and comfortable enough in the first place. The safety of the mat is that it should fit snugly against the floor of the car, without causing the driver any discomfort and without interfering with the use of pedals. Another principle for the safety of rugs is that the feet on the mat should not slip. If they are made qualitatively, fastenings with a car floor should be provided on the back side. If you did not find such fasteners when choosing a product, then this indicates that the mat is of poor quality, and it is hardly worth buying it. If there are Velcro on this product, they will not be able to securely fix the mat. This means that it will not lie still, and its operation becomes unsafe.
3D Car Floor Mats
What car mats are best suited for any season? 3D mats are very practical to use. In addition, with the help of these products you can protect the interior from dirt as much as possible. Their service life is quite long, in comparison with car mats of other types.
Another advantage of 3D mats is that they combine winter and summer options. These products are as comfortable and safe as possible. They are made of special materials that do not allow dust to fly around the car interior.
In addition, 3D mats have an attractive appearance. With their help, the owner of the car can give the interior of the cabin an individuality and graceful style.
Thus, the main advantages of car 3D mats are as follows:
1) manufacturing technology based on the thermal combination of product layers;
2) the exact repetition of the relief of the surface of the floor of the passenger compartment;
3) as a top layer can be carpet, providing comfort;
4) anti-slip mat material for the driver;
5) low cost of this product (about 2500 rubles).
Polyurethane and rubber mats
Polyurethane mats are considered competitors to rubber mats. But, compared with rubber, their service life is longer. In addition, they do not have an unpleasant odor.
Rubber mats are made of a material having the same thickness. They have the same patterns on both sides. It is better to take rubber mats into the car, which are made with spikes that reliably protect against slipping. On the reverse side of such products there are all technical labels with parameters. Compared to polyurethane, rubber mats are reinforced in thickness and sides, they are conveniently mounted in the cabin.
Polyurethane products are very light and smooth, so they can slip on the floor of the cabin, which makes them unsafe for both the driver and passengers. In addition, their service life is short, because from the frost these mats get tanned and lose their elasticity, because they have plastic in their composition.
For the winter, what kind of car mats are better suited? The rubber version is not afraid of frost and retains its elasticity. These are car mats that keep their shape better than others, even after various deformations from improper position in the car compartment.
Polyurethane and rubber mats are not too beautiful, but very practical. Their advantage is that these floor mats reliably protect the car interior from pollution, are convenient to use, and are easy to care for.
Although the most versatile is the rubber option. Rubber mats in the car are good in any weather, fairly cheap. True, its life is short.
Textile mats
Textile car mats look aesthetically pleasing and can decorate any car. They are called pile. These rugs come in various colors, they are made for any salons. They absorb moisture well and keep the interior clean and without puddles.
Textile mats are made from various materials, on which depends how much water it can absorb. Original textile rugs absorb up to two liters of water, so their cost is much higher than that of non-original ones. They make these products on a rubberized basis, since they should prevent the interior from getting wet. To dry, they need to be removed and brushed with water. However, it will not be possible to completely dry these mats. In winter, when water evaporates slowly, therefore, if there is no warm garage, it will be extremely inconvenient for the driver to clean such rugs. Another of the disadvantages of pile-like products is that they can quickly lose their aesthetic appearance and wipe. The most shabby is the place under the pedals and under the driver's feet. Even special pads do not save.
For warm season, textile rugs fit very well. They have a decorative function and adorn the design of the car.
Thus, the advantages of textile mats are a beautiful appearance, good absorbent properties, a large selection of colors and materials. The disadvantage is the problematic care of them.
Universal
Car mats oriented to the Russian consumer should be flexible at temperatures from -50 ° C to + 50 ° C. These requirements are fully consistent with mats made of thermoplastic elastomer. If along with these rugs to use carpet liners, then you get a universal option suitable for any time of year.