The Coir Doormat Guide
Coir is a natural fiber made from coconut husks. It's stiff and scratchy, which makes it one of the best materials for scraping dirt off shoes. A good coir doormat has a dense, thick pile; most of our luxury mats are close to 2 inches. Pick a size that covers your door opening, and keep the mat on a covered porch so it lasts longer.
Our coir is handcrafted by artisans in India. Shop Coir Mats.
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Thickness: thick vs. low profile
| Type | Best for | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Thick pile (close to 2") | Most front doors with enough clearance; best scraping and a plush look | Big Coir Doormats, Personalized Doormats |
| Ultra-thin with rubber bottom | Doors that swing close to the mat; a low profile | Superscraper Coir Mat |
| Coir with rubber border | A decorative rubber frame around a coir center | Coir and Rubber Border Mats |
| Minimalist (no border) | Clean, simple look | Minimalist Coir Doormats |
Size: which doormat fits?
| Door | Suggested size |
|---|---|
| Small single door or apartment | 18" x 30" |
| Standard single front door | 22" x 36" |
| Wide door or door with sidelight | 24" x 57" or 30" x 48" |
| Double doors | 36" x 72" or 38" x 60" |
| Arched entry or rounded steps | Half moon, 22" x 36" (Half Circle Doormats) |
A good rule: the mat should cover most of the door's width. Measure the landing too, so the mat lies flat.
Shedding
Some shedding is normal with natural coir, especially in the first weeks. Shake the mat out often and sweep around it; shedding usually slows down with time.
How long does a coir doormat last?
It depends on foot traffic and exposure. Mats on covered porches last much longer than mats exposed to constant rain, snow, salt or full sun. To extend its life, keep the mat covered, let it dry out, and shake it often. Heavy-traffic or snowy entries are better served by a rubber scraper mat. See our winter entrance mat guide.
Care basics
- Shake or beat the mat outdoors regularly.
- Brush off dried mud with a stiff brush; let wet mud dry first.
- If it gets soaked, stand it up or lay it flat in the sun to dry fully.
- Care varies by mat, so check your product page for specific instructions. A full cleaning guide is coming.
Personalized lettering on coir
Our coir mats are personalized with a stencil process using fade-resistant dyes. See personalized and monogram doormats.
Frequently asked questions
What is a coir doormat?
A doormat made from coir, the natural fiber from coconut husks. Its stiff fibers scrape dirt and mud off shoes.
How thick should a coir doormat be?
For best scraping and a plush look, choose a thick pile; most of our luxury coir mats are close to 2 inches. If your door swings low over the mat, choose a thin mat with a rubber bottom, like our Superscraper.
Why is my coir doormat shedding?
Some shedding is normal with natural coir, especially at first. Shake the mat out regularly and it usually settles down.
Can coir doormats get wet?
Occasional rain is fine, but coir does best under cover. Let a soaked mat dry fully in the sun. Constant standing water, snow and salt shorten its life.
How do I clean a coir doormat?
Shake it out, brush off dried dirt with a stiff brush, and dry it fully if it gets soaked. Care varies by mat, so check your product page.
What size doormat do I need?
22" x 36" fits most single front doors. Use 24" x 57" or 30" x 48" for wider doors, and 36" x 72" or 38" x 60" for double doors.
Where does coir come from?
Coir comes from coconut husks. Our coir mats are handcrafted by artisans in India.