The natural rubber bath mat with more than 200 suction cups stays in place keeping you and your baby in place, so you can concentrate on washing and having a fun and safe bath time. When using your HEVEA bath mat, you can rest assured that no microplastics are washed out into the water. The HEVEA natural rubber bath mats are free from triclosan, chemicals, PVC, BPA and phtalates. The shower mat is made from natural rubber which is derived from the sap from rubber trees Hevea Brasiliensis. The material is completely biodegradable/compostable.
We're recommending these bath mats as good options because:
AFFORDABILITY: Between $25 - $40
Made with 100% Grund Certified Organic Cotton Yarn for the ultimate in natural softness and durability. The Puro bath rug features a reversible design with equally soft sheared and looped sides. This classic reversible design will allow you to flip daily and extend time between washes.
Handcrafted from eco-friendly, sustainably harvested wood, this teak shower mat can be used in a variety of locations, either indoors or outdoors. As with all of our teak bath accessories, it includes anti-skid, slip-resistant rubber grips for added stability.
Bath mats are useful to ensure you or your children don’t slip and fall while in the tub. Unfortunately, many bath mats have chemicals in them that may be harmful to you and your family. Here are some tips for choosing a healthier bath mat:
Many bath mats are made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic. What makes the PVC plastic soft is a class of chemicals known as phthalates. Phthalates often get released into the air and are inhaled. They are linked to reproductive health issues, neurodevelopment problems, liver cancer, birth defects, asthma and allergies.
Natural rubber bath mats are made from the sap (latex) of a rubber tree. Natural rubber doesn’t contain phthalates, but still check to see if it is 100% natural rubber without any synthetic chemical additives.
If you or your child is allergic to natural rubber latex, then silicone might be a good alternative. Silicone has some the same characteristics of rubber and plastic, but is more temperature resistant and doesn’t leach harmful chemicals. Note that “latex free” claims by the manufacturer may be misleading, so try to ensure that it is 100% silicone without other fillers.
Some bioplastic bath mats are now available. They’re made from renewable plant sources, such as corn or sugar cane, rather than petrochemicals. They are free of PVC plastics and VOCs, though how these plants are grown can have negative environmental impacts, too.
Best yet, just stay close to your child while they bathe so if they slip, you’re immediately able to help. That way you don’t have to use a bathmat at all.
What to do with your old plastic bath mats? Rather than throw them into the landfill, you might consider putting them under your sink where cleaning solutions, shampoos or other liquids are stored to ensure the cabinet floor stays dry. Or think of other places where your kids or pets don’t spend time to use these for keeping things dry or clean.
Connect with one of these Environmental Health Advocacy Organizations:
Children’s Environmental Health Network
The natural rubber bath mat with more than 200 suction cups stays in place keeping you and your baby in place, so you can concentrate on washing and having a fun and safe bath time. When using your HEVEA bath mat, you can rest assured that no microplastics are washed out into the water. The HEVEA natural rubber bath mats are free from triclosan, chemicals, PVC, BPA and phtalates. The shower mat is made from natural rubber which is derived from the sap from rubber trees Hevea Brasiliensis. The material is completely biodegradable/compostable.
We're recommending these bath mats as good options because:
AFFORDABILITY: Between $25 - $40
Made with 100% Grund Certified Organic Cotton Yarn for the ultimate in natural softness and durability. The Puro bath rug features a reversible design with equally soft sheared and looped sides. This classic reversible design will allow you to flip daily and extend time between washes.
Handcrafted from eco-friendly, sustainably harvested wood, this teak shower mat can be used in a variety of locations, either indoors or outdoors. As with all of our teak bath accessories, it includes anti-skid, slip-resistant rubber grips for added stability.