When it comes to protecting your vehicle’s flooring, you’ve got two choices – all-weather mats or flooring carpets. Which you choose depends on the climate of your place of residence and aesthetic preferences. Let’s consider the differences between these two automobile flooring accessories with our team at Classic Motors Inc in Richfield, UT.
All-weather Mats: Constructed of rubber, these flooring covers may feature designs, such as sunsets or pixies, or come in a solid color. They typically feature nubs on the bottom that help hold them into place in the flooring of each seating area. When you need to clean these ridged rubber mats, remove them from the vehicle, spray them off with a water hose, and then allow them to fully dry before replacing them.
Flooring Carpets: Constructed of the same color and type of carpet as the vehicle’s flooring, these automobile flooring accessories blend with the interior. Some may come with a stain guard treatment, while others do not. You can add a stain guard to them if desired. The nibs on the bottom of these carpets hold them in place while you drive, so they don’t shift position when you use the clutch, brake pedal, or gas pedal. To clean these carpets, toss them in the washing machine and launder them according to their washing instructions, typically in cold water. Line drying them before replacing them in the vehicle.
Rubber or Fabric Auto Carpeting: The flooring mats made from rubber work better for drivers in climates with lots of precipitation because they can handle the mud and dampness without staining. For those in other areas or who want a premium aesthetic appearance, choose the carpets and add a stain guard if they don’t already feature it.