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How to use a bath mat properly

Bath mat etiquette. - by Livia Gamble
  • 06 Sep 2017
How to use a bath mat properly
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It seems pretty straightforward but the humble bath mat and how to use it has become a talking point. 

RELATED: How to wash towels to make them last longer

Lifehacker asked their readers what they consider to be proper bath etiquette and the response was divided.

Apparently, there are three types of people in the world. Those who dry off in the shower space before stepping onto the mat. Those who jump straight onto the mat before drying and inevitably soaking it. And lastly, those who don’t use a bath mat at all.

RELATED: 9 things you need to know to keep the bathroom clean

However, there was a clear winner. 

Proper bath mat etiquette is as follows, according to the publication. 

  • Finish shower
  • Grab towel from inside the shower
  • Dry off inside the shower
  • Then step out onto the mat
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