Features of the choice of children's mini bath mats

Many children enjoy bathing and frolicking in the water. Keep in mind, however, that slippery surfaces are potentially dangerous for children. Therefore, many parents, taking care of the safety and health of their baby, opt for small rubber bathroom rugs.

A baby bath mat is a self-adhesive sheet or suction cup structure that attaches securely to a horizontal or vertical surface and protects it from slipping.

The popularity of the use of these bathroom accessories is determined by their usefulness.

The main advantages of the products:

• Due to the use of mini rugs, the possibility of accidental slipping or falling of the baby during water procedures is excluded. After all, even an experienced mother is not able to predict the movements of an active baby.
• Thanks to a special antibacterial coating, the rugs prevent the appearance and reproduction of harmful microorganisms, which thrive in a warm, humid environment.

• Some manufacturers produce models of children's accessories with a relief surface. An effective foot massage for a baby has a beneficial effect on the circulatory system and on the entire body. The use of such rugs allows you to combine business with pleasure.
• The use of silicone models with Velcro will avoid unpleasant tactile sensations when in contact with cold tiles or the surface of the bath. The presence of rugs in the bathroom can provide the baby with only positive emotions during water procedures.
• Accessories with suction cups are absolutely safe for the surface of enamel and acrylic bathtubs, which can often be damaged. During their use, no scratches or adhesive traces remain on the surface.

The variety of colorful models with interesting and unusual designs allows you to choose bathroom accessories for every taste. Many manufacturers, when developing new copies, take into account not only the protective functions of the product, but also make them interesting in terms of playing and learning.

The marine theme is considered popular for obvious reasons. Often you can find accessories in the form of marine life - fish, shells, starfish, octopuses. You can also find whole sets on a specific topic, with the help of which babies can get acquainted with the names of animals, colors or shapes while bathing.

For grown-up kids from 1.5 years old and older, a fascinating toy during swimming will be a set of puzzle mats that can be combined into various pictures. The soft surface of the parts and the absence of sharp corners will ensure proper safety. Perhaps the child will be so carried away by the process of folding the puzzle that they will become a favorite toy not only in the bathroom. After all, these kinds of toys have a beneficial effect on the development of intelligence, fine motor skills and imagination of the child, and help develop ingenuity.

Such models of accessories that change their color will not be ignored by curious crumbs. When they get into warm water, they change their shade, and when they dry, they regain their original color. Such entertainment will not only delight the child, but also allow you to get acquainted with the shades of color. In addition, the indicator will tell parents when to slightly dilute the hot water with cool.

By design, there are two main types - self-adhesive accessories and suction cup mats. Velcro models are considered the most practical because they do not collect dirt. If the kid likes to peel off the figures and fasten them back while swimming, then the self-adhesive accessories will quickly become unusable, and the rugs with suction cups will last a long time. In addition, the suction cups allow you to securely fix the accessory on the wall or bath surface. Self-adhesive figures can leave traces that are difficult to clean.

One of three materials is usually used for the production of baby bathroom accessories. The most inexpensive, but also short-lived, are PVC products. But children grow up quickly, so parents often choose this option. Products made of polyvinyl chloride tolerate different water temperatures well, while they are not prone to fading. Rubber mats, soft and quick to warm up, are most popular with mums. This is easily explained by the high anti-slip properties of the rubber. The modern material silicone is not inferior to rubber. On silicone products, when exposed to body weight, a depression is formed, which allows non-slip during water procedures. A wide range of colors and designs will allow you to choose a silicone mat for any interior.

The peculiarity of these children's bathing accessories is that they are equally well fixed on horizontal and vertical surfaces. If the rugs are purchased as a set, then some of them can be allocated for the game, and the rest can be placed on the surface of the bath or shower to ensure the safety of the baby.

Typically, soft non-slip accessories are placed on the following surfaces:

• The bottom of the bathtub or shower tray so that the baby's feet do not slip during active play.
• Shower walls, a wall near the bathtub, or bathtub sides for a child to hold onto while standing while bathing. In addition, this arrangement allows children to easily reach for funny figures and play. Tasteful rugs on the bathroom wall create a special mood.
• Sometimes parents place silicone or rubber islands on the floor to complement their main bathroom rug.

For proper fixation of this attribute for bathing, it is necessary to ensure that the surface of the bath or wall is completely dry. This will ensure the most reliable anchoring of the rug and will prevent mold from forming underneath. After water procedures, it is necessary to rinse the mat under the tap, carefully removing the remains of soap and shampoo, or wash in a washing machine, if the manufacturer allows this method of care. Then the product should be thoroughly dried so that it will serve the little fidget longer.

One of the most important indicators when choosing a rug is its safety, therefore, the product should not contain toxic substances hazardous to human health. Since this accessory is made for children, it must be hypoallergenic. The conformity of the goods to the established standards will be told by the certificates that the seller must have.Parents should not be intimidated by the fact that bath rugs are synthetic, because specimens made from natural materials do not have such anti-slip properties.

The product should be securely fixed in one place, but at the same time, it should be easy for the baby to move from place to place. In a store, you can test by gluing the product on a vertical surface. If it holds well, then such a rug can be bought.

The choice of design is a purely individual matter. You can choose a set of rugs in one theme, choose accessories for the bathroom design, or pay attention to the images by choosing items with your favorite characters of the baby.

One of the most common firms in the domestic market that produces children's bathroom accessories is the brand Valiant... Against the background of other companies, Valiant stands out for its recognizable design, original and bright drawings that delight the eyes of children and adults. The company prefers high quality certified vinyl as a raw material.

Upon initial use, according to customer reviews, the rugs may emit a slight odor, which the manufacturer warns about. This is due to the special antibacterial impregnation with which all the manufacturer's products are processed. The presence of strong suction cups in sufficient quantity allows the rugs to be well fixed to the desired surface. In addition, they are equipped with special holes for draining water, which also contributes to a good fixation of the accessory. High-quality performance and long service life, as well as a reasonable price, make the products of this manufacturer a leader among others.

English manufacturer Clippasafe has only positive reviews for its bathroom products. The manufacturer uses child-safe polyurethane that has no foreign smell. Children's anti-slip rugs in the bathroom are sold in a set of 6, consisting of three paired pieces. The products are multi-colored, but not of poisonous colors, and the design is inferior to the previous manufacturer. For this company, the safety of the baby is in the first place, and the rugs do an excellent job with this task.

For an overview of the mini rug and bathing mat, see the video below.