Now you are ready to seal the mat.
How to make a live moss shower mat.
This easy peasy tutorial won t take much of your time.
The soft plush moss will absorb the water dripping from your body as you towel off on it.
Insert the moss into each cutout until the mat is covered.
Measure and cut two sheets of plastazote foam from the roll at 24 by 12 inches each.
It can be of any shape you want.
May 15 2015 in the spirit of natural living and even being eco chic creating your own moss bath mat is a unique craft project.
In some cases you might have to add moisture by spraying with water occasionally.
Preserved moss is available in most craft stores.
Living moss bath mat.
Lay one of the sheets of plastazote in front of you and place a large stencil in the center.
Place the mat near your tub or shower as you would any other shower mat.
Depending on what species of moss you have used you might need to water it more than just the drips from your shower once a day.
This plastic foam material is what is used in making commercial moss mats and is ideal for wet dry use.
Apply the sealant to the bottom side of the top layer with cutouts and make sure each section and edges will be sealed.
A moss shower mat utilizes live moss to provide cushion and grip for stepping out of the tub or shower.
After you step out of the shower or bath the plant is nourished by the water that drips off of your body as your dry.
Insert the moss into each cutout until the mat is covered.
Depending on what species of moss you have used you might need to water it more than just the drips from your shower once a day.
You can make using the cork bulletin board and live or preserved moss.
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Made from 70 pieces of ball island and forest moss this green bath mat created by switzerland designer nguyen la chanh practically takes care of itself according to the telegraph.
When the bottom of your lid is dry flip it over and begin to build your mat by adding moss.
This in turn provides the moss with moisture to thrive.
Place your beautiful new moss mat in front of your tub or shower and step directly on it after bathing.
Keep small sections and it will prevent the moss from growing too much.
I used 4 bags for this project to create a patchwork effect choose a variety of mosses.
Diy wildcrafted moss bath mat.
I chose to use preserved moss because of the bold colors that are available.
Watch it here on youtube.
Simply shower and step out on it.
Using a silicone caulk will create a water tight environment for the moss.
If needed you can spritz it with water here and there if it ever looks dry.
A moss shower mat utilizes live moss to provide cushion and grip for stepping out of the tub or shower.
Make sure to cover the mat with moss holes.
