What should I pay attention to when buying a picnic mat?

1. According to the number of users, choose the appropriate size
The first consideration when buying a picnic mat is the size, which must be selected according to the number of people, so that it will be more comfortable to sit and lie on.
2. One-person use: 180×90cm as the benchmark, children can be smaller
If you want to sit more comfortably, it is recommended to make purchases based on "180x90cm for one person". In this way, you can still have a lot of space even after placing your luggage, and you can even lie down comfortably. . And if you only have portable picnic activities near your home, it is recommended that the style slightly smaller than 180x90cm will be easier to store and carry.
In addition, if you want to buy picnic mats for children to use in hiking or sports games, basically choosing a small size product of about 60x90cm is more than enough. At the same time, there are many cute cartoon patterns on the market. It is also a good choice to choose with your baby at home What fun!
3. Multiple people use: choose a style with a larger number of people than recommended
When you want to buy a large-sized picnic mat, it is recommended to choose a size larger than the basic number of users. For example, when three people use it, choose a four-person model, and when five people use it, please choose a six-person model, etc., so as to ensure There is space for their personal belongings, and at the same time, everyone can sit around in a circle, and place bento and other meals in the middle to enjoy together.
Some picnic mats will indicate the recommended number of people in the product description, but after conversion, the space allocated to each person is not the same, so don’t forget to confirm the size of the product when purchasing, and choose a spacious and comfortable space for each person to sit. Comfortable fit is preferred.
4. Waterproof style that can be used safely on the beach
If you pay attention to waterproof performance, it is recommended to choose a picnic mat made of canvas, Oxford cloth or polyurethane. This type usually has a good waterproof and water-repellent effect. It is used on the seaside beach, or on the ground that has just rained and still has some moisture. In addition, some picnic mats will be pasted with a layer of aluminum plate or aluminum film on the inside. Its thermal insulation can effectively isolate the cold air from the ground, and it also has a thermal insulation effect in summer, which can be used all year round.
5. The style of fluffy fabric needs to confirm the washing method
In addition to the common waterproof styles, there are also many picnic mats made of fleece and other fabrics on the market. Even in the cooler spring and autumn, they can also keep the body warm while having a picnic. And this kind of picnic mat is not easy to heat up even if it is exposed to direct sunlight, and it will not feel sticky and stuffy when used in summer.
However, relatively, when the ground sand and stone penetrate into the fiber, it will be difficult to remove, and the fabric is usually water-absorbent, so it is not suitable for sand and gravel ground such as the beach. In addition, in order to ensure the sanitation and cleaning convenience of the picnic mat, it is also necessary to confirm whether the product can be washed in a washing machine or whether only the surface can be washed with water before purchasing.