Clean floor mats regularlyat least monthlyand as soon as a mess occurs.

If you use your car often, you may need to clean them more frequently.

Here’s what you oughta know to make your car mats look new with some household cleaning products.

Clean and gray car mat in front seat car floor

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They are available in various thicknesses and levels of plushness and can be standard sizes or custom-made.

Ensure the mats are completely dry before returning them to the vehicle.

After 30 minutes, vacuum the mats to remove the baking soda.

Materials and tools to clean car mats

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Here are some of the key differences among them:

Additional Tips for Keeping Floor Mats Clean Longer

Black car mat being vacuumed while lying flat

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Commercial spray-on carpet cleaner passing over black car mat

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Medium-bristled brush scrubbing rubber car mat

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Gray rubber car mats hanging dry on clothesline

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