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Post by howardsgirlfriend on Dec 18, 2009 12:46:15 GMT -5
Rubber sheeting is available in fabric stores. If you placed a piece of it under a plain terrycloth mat (or even sewed the two together) it would provide a little more "slip protection."
I used this process to make washable pee pads for my pets, and they make our lives so much easier. Washable, bleachable, absorbent, and durable.
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Post by 60isolderthanithot on Dec 18, 2009 12:56:33 GMT -5
HGF - I never heard of this. A place like JoAnn's would carry this rubber sheeting? Is it cheap?
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Post by Chris on Dec 18, 2009 19:16:49 GMT -5
Thanks for that link mellowyellow -- I'd sure like to make one of those -- it looks so cushiony!!!
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Post by binky on Dec 18, 2009 22:00:48 GMT -5
I use the thick towel mats like the ones they use in motels. I got mine at the thrift store. After I use it, I hang it on the side of the bathtub to dry. I have about three of these. Much better than a rug, I think.
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Post by howardsgirlfriend on Dec 19, 2009 2:29:42 GMT -5
JoAnn's does have rubber sheeting.
It's a layer of waterproof vinyl with a thin flannel layer on both sides. It doesn't ravel, so it's easy to use. Not cheap, but not expensive. I've use it to make waterproof covers for pet cushions, and a cover for my sofa when my brother was sick.
I always have to ask the staff where it is, because rubber sheeting doesn't make an attractive display.
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Post by HFH on Dec 19, 2009 9:58:43 GMT -5
That is a great way to make a rug and recycle
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Post by StuffNoMore on Dec 19, 2009 20:54:44 GMT -5
SNM - those sound nice where do you buy them? Or is there a brand name? They have them at any store as a Walmart or Target. You find them with the towels. Hugs SNM
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Post by charis on Dec 29, 2009 10:57:24 GMT -5
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Post by stressedbythemess on Dec 29, 2009 11:49:41 GMT -5
I like the thick towel style rugs too. They're not as fluffy but really, just as comfy to stand on, more absorbent, and toss in the washer just like towels. I've had mine 9 months and other than being in need of another wash, they hold up spectacularly.
The carpet like rubber backed ones just..well..suck.
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Post by mellowyellow on Dec 29, 2009 13:07:44 GMT -5
The teak one looks very pretty, but seems better suited to places that are warm, rather than snowy climes. It reminds me of beaches and spas and that sort of thing.
The flip flop one seems like a great idea. I think it's great how it's recyclable. However, I read the reviews, and almost all the people commented on how their mat was 90% black and only a scattering of colours. So I would put something like that in front of a side door, but not in my creamy, light bathroom. Too bad you can't specify colours, even for a slight price premium. This is the sort of item that may soon crop up in normal chain stores. Can't wait.
And no... all talk but no action... ::)I still haven't bought the backing to begin my own mat. But I have found plenty of old towels.
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Post by shopgirl on Dec 29, 2009 15:27:44 GMT -5
That DIY eco bathmat looks great! I should finish my silk-thread-wrapped bracelet first, though! Craft projects! I am drowning in craft projects! 3/4 finished craft projects!
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