Introduction to Materials for Car Foot Mats

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1. Advantages of chemical fiber foot mats: Automobile factories choose original matching materials for foot mats. Disadvantages: It is difficult to manage and can become dirty over time. 2. Advantages of linen foot mats: Cheap price. Disadvantages: It feels relatively soft to the touch and is prone to fuzzing after cleaning. Moreover, it can deform after cleaning several times, causing the surface of the foot pad to sink deeply when stepping on it, affecting comfort. To avoid slipping, it is recommended to replace it frequently. 3. Advantages of PVC foot mats: They are easy to clean. Disadvantages: It is easy to harden and slide in winter, and some products have uncontrollable raw material quality and a strong taste. 4. Advantages of rubber foot mats: Like plastic foot mats, rubber foot mats are easy to clean. Rubber based foot pads are less prone to deformation under large temperature changes and are suitable for use in both winter and summer. Disadvantage: Strong taste. 5. There are two types of woolen foot mats: velvet and pure wool. Handmade products are generally expensive and difficult to handle. 6. Advantages of leather foot mats: For example, three-dimensional foot mats are easy to clean.

How many types of car floor mats are there?

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According to function, it can be divided into specialized car type foot mats and universal type foot mats According to shape, it can be divided into flat foot mats and three-dimensional foot mats. Three dimensional foot pads can be divided into: semi enclosed foot pads, large enclosed foot pads, full enclosed foot pads, and 360 space soft foot pads according to their coverage. According to the material, it can be roughly divided into: silk ring foot mats, rubber foot mats, suede foot mats, leather foot mats, and environmentally friendly material foot mats (TPE, TPV).

So how do we calculate the correct installation and use of foot mats?

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1. Laying multiple layers of foot mats can be fatal Some car owners, in order to facilitate cleaning, will lay an additional layer of rubber, PVC, and other easy to clean foot pads on the fabric material. According to online surveys, the probability of double layer foot mats shifting is very high. The laying of double layer foot mats makes it difficult to fix the upper layer of foot mats, making it prone to displacement events. Because the floor mats are very new, car owners are often more prone to negligence and the probability of accidents greatly increases. 2. Deformed foot pads should be replaced in a timely manner Footmats that have been in use for a certain period of time generally experience deformation, such as four corners being raised. The raised position of the foot pad can easily block the accelerator or brake. Some unscrupulous car owners have not even replaced their foot mats for years, which is very dangerous! After using it for a period of time, the car owner should check if the foot mat has deformed, and the car owner should immediately replace the deformed foot mat. 3. It's not advisable to reverse the front and back Some styles of foot mats have very similar front and back sides, and the car is mainly carefully identified. The inverted front and back of the foot pad not only cannot prevent dust and slip, but also cannot be firmly fixed, and may even interfere with the pedal. Reverse laying is also prohibited.

How to choose car floor mats

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Car floor mats can be roughly divided into the following categories: Big surround foot mats: Big surround foot mats are designed to lock up all the space under the feet when placed inside the car, so that mud or water won't get stuck everywhere in the car. They are also three-dimensional and have concave shapes. Silk ring foot pad: Silk ring car foot pads have strong dirt absorption ability, are easy to clean, and are suitable for use all year round. The silk strip structure of the silk ring foot pad can effectively control dust and dirt inside the floor pad, so the silk ring foot pad has strong dirt absorption ability. Moreover, the silk ring foot pad is not prone to slipping, and laying the silk ring foot pad inside the car gives a high-end feeling. However, the coverage of the silk ring foot pad is relatively small, and in this regard, the silk ring foot pad is not as good as the large surrounding foot pad. Rubber/plastic foot mats: Rubber foot mats were once very popular among car owners due to their resistance to dirt and easy cleaning. However, during use, it was found that rubber foot mats were relatively slippery, not so safe and stable. In addition, foot mats made of inferior products could produce harmful odors, so they were gradually phased out by the market. Plush foot mats: Compared to other foot mats, plush foot mats are more prone to getting dirty and less easy to clean. Its advantage is that it looks relatively upscale.

Cleaning techniques for car floor mats

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1. Do not completely immerse the foot pad in water and brush it. On the one hand, it will damage the bonding of several different materials inside the foot pad, and on the other hand, it will prevent the foot pad from drying thoroughly for a long time, which will affect the use effect and cause dampness in the car. For plush and linen mattresses, the Vacuum cleaner with brush head can be used for dust collection to make the dirty mattresses look less dirty. For even dirtier foot mats, specialized detergents can only be used. Generally, the above two dust removal tasks are carried out before using detergent, followed by spraying an appropriate amount of detergent, brushing it clean with a brush, and finally using a clean cloth to absorb excess detergent. 2. It is important to note that no matter what kind of leather you use, do not wash it with water. Even the best leather cannot withstand such twists and turns. The care method for genuine leather foot mats should be the same as for our fur coats. Even if our fur coats are not washed with water, they should be dried in the sun. The genuine leather foot mats should not be washed with water. If you feel a bit dirty, you can use a damp cloth to wipe them off. If there is no damp cloth, you can use a paper towel to wipe it off with some water. However, some car wash masters at car beauty shops use a water gun to rinse, which can damage the genuine leather floor mats, so it is important to pay special attention. But you want to protect your car so you can do it yourself. 3. Carpet quality anti slip foot mats can be dry cleaned and washed, with excellent dry cleaning effect. When washing with water, use a low alkali cleaning agent and soak in 30 degree water for 10 minutes. Then gently rub and wash, fold the cushion and place it in the dehydrator for dehydration. Then spread the cushion flat and place it in a cool and ventilated place to dry in the shade. Be careful not to expose it to sunlight or wring it dry!