Pebble Stone Bath/Showermat

Buying Guide

Mia Jones Interior Design Expert

Mia is a freelance bathroom designer and writer with over a decade of professional experience. From space planning, cabinetry, storage solutions, and tile design to hardware and fixture selections, she knows a thing about creating baths that strike a perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics.

A pebble shower mat comes with a distinct look with a "close to nature" vibe. Because of such, it's a very popular mat for residential bathrooms. If you are planning to get one for your home, then there are a few factors that you need to consider. Below are a few of them.

What size of pebble shower mat should I choose?

Pebble shower mats come in many different sizes. Hence, the first thing you should do is to assess where you want to place the mat. Try to visualize the mat in place, and then take measurements. From then on, it's just a matter of looking for the mat that will fit into your desired size specifications. It's easy to make a mistake of buying a mat, bring it home and then realizing it doesn't fit well into the area where you want to place it.

How do I choose the pebble size?

The size of the pebbles can also have a significant impact on your buying decision. Just like mat sizes, pebbles come in a number of sizes as well.

You need to assess the purpose of the mat first. If you are just going to place the mat on the door or in front of the tub, then the feel of the mat won't be a significant factor. Hence, you can prioritize on the style.

On the other hand, if your purpose is to stand on the pebble mat while taking a shower, then you must place more importance on the feel of the pebbles. After all, you'll be standing on the mat for a good amount of time, and the wrong pebble size might become a source of discomfort for your feet. There's no hard rule here when it comes to the comfort. You just need to test and feel the pebbles. Stand on the mat for at least a minute or two, and see if it starts causing uneasiness.

What are some pebble shower mat features to look for?

Nowadays, a pebble shower mat may come with incredible features like non-slip and mildew resistance among others.

Non-slip mats typically come with suction cups on the bottom side. These suction cups are designed to prevent the mat from moving, which then lessens the chance of the user from slipping or falling. It's an excellent feature to have if you are planning to use the mat as a shower bed.
As the name suggests, mildew resistant mats are designed to minimize the growth of mildew. At the very least, mildew can be an unpleasant sight in a bathroom. Of course, it can also be a health hazard.
A deodorized mat comes with a special formula or coating that minimizes the bad odors that may stick to or originate from the mat.

Typically, the more features the mat has, the more expensive it becomes. It's up to you find the right balance when it comes to the number of features versus the costs.

The trick in finding the right pebble shower mat for you is knowing how to effectively filter your choices. There are a number of factors that you can use as filters, but you can start with the ones we've mentioned above.