Stepping on stones can be very therapeutic for the soles of the feet, massaging out all of the kinks that were formed throughout the day; enter the Pebble Mat. It is a rug that is made out of actual pebbles, which have been smoothed by the rivers of China. The Pebble Mat is a unique alternative to fluffier carpets that focus on cushioning the foot rather than kneading it out.
Available online at CB2, no two Pebble Mats are alike thanks to the use of real stones. Great for both indoor and outdoor use, they are easy to maintain. Simply wipe the Pebble Mat with a damp cotton cloth to keep its surface clean and shiny. It is particularly suited for bathrooms when taking into account moisture.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Natural Rugs
- Opportunity for carpet and flooring companies to explore sustainable rug design with natural elements such as smoothed pebbles.
- Therapeutic Flooring
- Opportunity for flooring companies to create flooring solutions that provide a therapeutic effect to feet.
- Low-maintenance Rugs
- Opportunity for rug and carpet companies to design low-maintenance rugs that can be easily cleaned with a simple wipe down
Sectors Adopting This
- Carpet and Flooring
- The carpet and flooring industry can explore the use of natural elements for rugs and therapeutic designs for flooring solutions.
- Home Decor
- The home decor industry can market the Pebble Mat as a unique and natural alternative to traditional carpets.
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can use the Pebble Mat as a way to provide a low-maintenance, therapeutic option for guests in bathrooms or as an outdoor design element.
