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Bamboo Mats: The Most Versatile Natural Material in Your Home

Of all the natural fibers used in Natural Rug Co rugs and mats, bamboo is probably the most underestimated. It is not just a rug material, it shows up all over the house once you know where to look.

In the Kitchen and Bathroom

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Bamboo is naturally moisture-resistant, which makes it a much better fit for kitchens, bathrooms, and entryways than a woven fiber rug or mat. Our Bamboo Kitchen & Bath Mats are built specifically for these high-spill, high-humidity areas.

As a Rug Alternative

Beyond mats, our full Bamboo Rugs collection works as a stylish alternative to a woven rug in living rooms, sunrooms, and three-season spaces, with a smooth, solid surface instead of a soft fiber pile.

It also happens to be naturally resistant to pests and mold.

In the Home Office

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Bamboo chair mats have become one of our most requested categories, largely because they replace plastic mats that crack, yellow, and look out of place next to real furniture. If you're outfitting a single desk, see our guide on choosing the right bamboo chair mat for your office.

And whether for a home office or work office, our piece on the best chair mat for a Herman Miller Aeron gets specific on sizing for that chair.

Why Bamboo Holds Up

Bamboo is naturally antimicrobial, resisting mold, mildew, and insects without chemical treatment

It's also easy to wipe clean, unlike a woven fiber surface, and durable enough for rolling office chairs and daily kitchen traffic alike.

Ready to see where bamboo fits in your home? Browse our bamboo rugs, bamboo chair mats, and bamboo kitchen and bath mats collections. 

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