# Stepping Stone Rugs The Pebble Mat is a Smooth Alternative to Traditional Carpets By Meghan Young | Published 2014-05-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-mat References: [designfetish.org](http://www.designfetish.org/2010/03/pebble-mat.html) & [cb2](http://www.cb2.com/pebble-mat) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-street-light) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cb2-collaborated), 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. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### 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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handcrafted Stone Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-stool.md) - [Extra-Cushioning Traditional Floor Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-touch-tatami-mat.md) - [Uneven Athletic Training Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobblefoam-by-optp.md) - [Washable Pet Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dayspring-mat.md) - [Silicone Shell Heating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergostone-pebble.md) - [Pain Relief Therapy Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapy-mats.md) - [Colourfully Woven Bath Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bath-mat-collection.md) - [Hand-Tufted Rug Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floordrobe.md) - [Dynamic Flatwoven Carpet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matter-colection.md)