Whether you’re a homeowner or a small-space renter, investing in one of the best doormats is an easy way to transform your space for a relatively low price. Sometimes referred to as art for your floor, doormats boast the transformative ability to elevate and refine the appearance of any entryway they adorn.
Thankfully, the surge in online furniture stores over recent years has broadened the scope of doormat options beyond the conventional brown variety, offering an array of aesthetically pleasing designs ranging from textured styles that deliver warmth and cosiness to vibrant botanical prints that will instantly pep up an entryway.
While picking out the perfect doormat for your home might seem like an incredibly straightforward task, and perhaps not the most exciting one either, it’s the first thing guests encounter upon entering, so it pays to get it right in order to leave a positive first impression and set a warm, inviting tone for your space.
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What is the best size doormat?
As tempting as it may be to add a two-meter doormat to your basket, it’s best to get your measuring tape at the ready and do some numbers. It’s important to choose a size that adequately covers the area where people will be wiping their feet upon entering, ensuring that it is large enough to effectively trap dirt and moisture. Interior designers advise that a doormat should be roughly 80% of the width of your door to provide proper surface coverage and be visually attractive. A standard door is 3-feet wide, so the mat should be at least 29 inches in that case.
What are the best indoor doormats?
Having scoured our fave online furniture stores, including the likes of Anthropologie, Oliver Bonas, The White Company, and Dunelm, we’ve curated an edit of the best doormats to dress your hallway with. If you’re on a budget, consider H&M’s Jute Doormat super contemporary and inviting design – it has a chic two-tone pattern — all while being incredibly affordable. For those seeking a piece that effortlessly blends into minimalist decor, The White Company’s Braided Oval Doormat is a solid choice. Made from jute with a natural silver tone, it’s a timeless piece that will last for years — plus, the plaited jute’s mud-trapping abilities are practically unrivalled. Elsewhere, Oliver Bonas’ Scalloped Jute Green Doormat is the perfect finishing touch – or starting touch, to be honest – to your home’s interior decor.
Looking for more interiors content? Take a look at our round-up of the best bed frames and headboards to give your bedroom a little make over, and why not treat your bathroom to some new bath towels and a bath mat while you’re at it? We’ve also got the best casserole dishes, cookware sets, cheap home decor, boucle chairs and the best plant pots to peruse. For more from GLAMOUR UK’s Commerce Writer Mayola Fernandes, follow her on Instagram @mayolafernandess.
