When it comes to The White Company, you know what to expect: understated elegance and style, and this bath mat is no exception. It’s also impressively bouncy, soft and thick, thanks to its hydrocotton element. We tested the large option, which provided a vast amount of coverage and would be better suited to a sizable bathroom. It also remained like new after a few wash cycles. If you’re looking for a soft and stylish bath mat that doesn’t break the bank, this is an option well worth considering. Its striped and retro yet pared-back design would suit most bathrooms, especially those that don’t shy away from pops of colour. While it did feel a tad thin underfoot, its soft cotton material provides enough volume to lend it a nice, subtle bounce. It is also very absorbent and dries rapidly, no doubt aided by its thin profile.
Designed in London but made in India, this bath mat is handwoven using cotton and bamboo. The result is a really bouncy, thick, luxurious feel but that added volume doesn’t stop it from drying quickly. The dual-sided design means you can just flip it over rather than put it through yet another wash. Panda London offers a one-year guarantee on the product, which gives you security. But the brand also clearly has the longevity of the product in mind.
It’s a universal truth that one of the most appealing aspects of staying at a hotel is making the most of the soft and fluffy towels, bathrobes and bath mats. Tielle has recognised this, bringing its trade bath mats – found in luxury hotels such as The Dorchester – and offering them to consumers. If you’re in the market for a simple, elegant white mat, this is the one to go for. It also comes in at a relatively affordable price point, especially as it’s made from 100 per cent cotton. If we were to be ultra pernickety, we’d expect a little more volume for a product described as “extra deep”, however, it still has plenty of cushioning.
The pom-pom bobble texture of this bath mat isn’t just for looks – it feels wonderfully comfortable underfoot, too. Made from a blend of 63 per cent recycled polyester and 37 per cent recycled cotton, it’s comfy and bouncy but not noticeably voluminous. It washed well – with the bobbles retaining their shape even after going through the washing machine and enduring a busy family of three stomping all over them. The price is relatively purse-friendly, too.
The terrazzo trend doesn’t appear to be going anywhere any time soon, and this unique stone bath mat not only looks the part, but its quick-dry capabilities are impressive, too, drying in 60 seconds. It also boasts some impressive eco credentials. It can be wiped clean, due to the stone material it’s made from, and we envisage it to be a long-lasting pick. If you are on the lookout for a raw material, board-based mat, this is a worthwhile option. It’s equally sturdy and stylish, with its minimalistic design tapping into the Scandi spa aesthetic. Its bamboo material means it just needs to be wiped clean – the wood dried fairly quickly during testing, too. The handy anti-slip pads on the bottom of the board are effective and provide stability, even if the floor is a little wet underneath.
This contemporary, colourful mat from Habitat is brilliant if you’re looking to give your bathroom a colour injection. The tufted, shaggy texture is a nice touch, and we liked the fact matching towels are available. We found it washed well and is very soft underfoot, despite not feeling particularly thick to touch. It’s worth noting there isn’t a grip or anti-slide mat underneath, but we didn’t find it sliding out of place during testing.
