Living moss bath mat.
How to make a live moss shower mat.
A moss shower mat utilizes live moss to provide cushion and grip for stepping out of the tub or shower.
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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 in turn provides the moss with moisture to thrive.
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.
Use the spray bottle to mist the moss for the first couple of months while it gets established.
Diy wildcrafted moss bath mat.
Place your beautiful new moss mat in front of your tub or shower and step directly on it after bathing.
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.
This plastic foam material is what is used in making commercial moss mats and is ideal for wet dry use.
Place the mat near your tub or shower as you would any other shower mat.
It can be of any shape you want.
Make sure to cover the mat with moss holes.
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.
I chose to use preserved moss because of the bold colors that are available.
Now you are ready to seal the mat.
This easy peasy tutorial won t take much of your time.
Apply the sealant to the bottom side of the top layer with cutouts and make sure each section and edges will be sealed.
Measure and cut two sheets of plastazote foam from the roll at 24 by 12 inches each.
Simply shower and step out on it.
If needed you can spritz it with water here and there if it ever looks dry.
A diy moss shower mat can be the addition to your spa inspired bathroom.
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Using a silicone caulk will create a water tight environment for the moss.
Lay one of the sheets of plastazote in front of you and place a large stencil in the center.
Preserved moss is available in most craft stores.
Insert the moss into each cutout until the mat is covered.
Insert the moss into each cutout until the mat is covered.
Keep small sections and it will prevent the moss from growing too much.
When the bottom of your lid is dry flip it over and begin to build your mat by adding moss.
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.
I used 4 bags for this project to create a patchwork effect choose a variety of mosses.
The soft plush moss will absorb the water dripping from your body as you towel off on it.
The water that drips off of you as well as the moisture in your bathroom will keep the moss moist enough to continue growing.
