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Clean a yoga mat by material and dry it before rolling

Check maker-specific washing restrictions; wipe and dry thoroughly before putting the mat away.

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Yoga mats vary in materials such as PVC, natural rubber and TPE. Manduka publishes series-specific care instructions and prohibits soaking or showering some of its TPE mats. Do not apply the same homemade disinfectant to every mat.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Check the maker, model and material, then read its cleaning limits.
After practice, wipe away sweat and loose dirt with a soft cloth.
If deeper cleaning is needed, use only a cleaner and amount approved for that mat.
Do not soak or shower a mat if its maker prohibits it; avoid bleach and improvised cleaner mixtures.
Unroll in a shaded airy area and let both sides dry fully.
Roll and store only after drying; consider replacing a cracked or dangerously slippery mat.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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