How do you prevent shoe prints on the mats? i have ordered 3 and love them but when we walk on them the prints stay. cleaning doesnt work!!
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I don't know why you are ending up with prints on your mats but that shouldn't be happening ever. I have over 20 mats and none of them have prints on them. I clean mine every day with a swifter and mine still look like brand new. It could be the solution your using to clean them with. You should not use anything strong to clean them with. Gentle soap and water seems to work for me. I have even spilled color on them and they never have had anything that remained after cleaning including prints. Floor cleaner is not recommended. Not to sound redundant, be sure to use nonabrasive cleaning products on the mats. Hope that helps. I don't know why you are ending up with prints on your mats but that shouldn't be happening ever. I have over 20 mats and none of them have prints on them. I clean mine every day with a swifter and mine still look like brand new. It could be the solution your using to clean them with. You should not use anything strong to clean them with. Gentle soap and water seems to work for me. I have even spilled color on them and they never have had anything that remained after cleaning including prints. Floor cleaner is not recommended. Not to sound redundant, be sure to use nonabrasive cleaning... » Read More I don't know why you are ending up with prints on your mats but that shouldn't be happening ever. I have over 20 mats and none of them have prints on them. I clean mine every day with a swifter and mine still look like brand new. It could be the solution your using to clean them with. You should not use anything strong to clean them with. Gentle soap and water seems to work for me. I have even spilled color on them and they never have had anything that remained after cleaning including prints. Floor cleaner is not recommended. Not to sound redundant, be sure to use nonabrasive cleaning products on the mats. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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I had tho problem a lot at first, it seems the longer I have it the less noticeable they get I would mop it with a swiffer once a day and after about a month I noticed the shoe prints not staying as much. I think it has to do with static electricity as well. The mat really makes a lot of static electricity. Hair seems to cling to it in my opinion. Hope this helps
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I use windex. The prints are probably from styling products such as hairspray
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I've had the same issues, so I took my to my neighborhood shoe maker. Old timer, who fixed it with ease. better than it was before. Did try local sporting good stores to no avail. Hope this help you.
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I also have hardwood floors and haven't noticed any scuff marks or damage to my floor as a result of using the mat. My largest complaint is actually in regards to the rubber smell. It does not go away. Ever. It's been three months and my bedroom still smells like a gym....
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Yup. Acts like a dry floor. No film that will show marks. Once you walk on it with wet shoes or paws, of coarse, you'll see new smudges. But with normal dry walking/use, it stays clean/shiny. Just used it today to spot clean.
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Yes, the print is rubbing off and I've only had the rugs 4-5 months. I would not buy them again. My previous mats lasted years. I like the pattern and color but 4 months is ridiculous.
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After a walk, it's pretty much worn off - I've never noticed footprints on the floor when we come back from a walk, only before we go when I put it on him in the house. I don't think it's likely to be an issue.
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I love the mat but it didn't come with instructions. Mine is getting dirty in the middle so I'm going to try washing it on gentle cycle and letting it air dry.
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I have had no issues with them making black marks on the floors. I have had this shoe before and really liked the way they fit.
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Mine do not rub off at all and have been on my light carpet for a couple of years. Maybe they have oil from the manufacturer. Or it after washing them with vinegar or Pinesol it still does this, I would definitely see if the manufacturer change suppliers for the rubber feet recently. If so, ask for a replacement from the previous supplier.
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I haven't had any issues with my sneakers sticking. My only issue so far is that it gets quite slippery for floor work if my hands are even a little sweaty (ie, push-ups, down dog, etc)
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I cannot quite picture your situation. The last time I used it (recently) was on a pair of shoes where the sole, about all of the front four inches detached itself from the shoe. I applied all along the edge under the edge of the shoe, pressed it down into position and smoothed out the excess. Let dry several days. Have since used them 8-10 hours a day for many many days with no problem. Hope this helps you. J
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You pretty much just use a scrub brush to get off any dirt or other stuff that might stick to the bottom ... a damp rag does the rest. Easiest to clean shoes EVER!!!
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Well I have been able to surface clean them with no problem. I have two cats. The problem I have is that the cushion cover rolls and does not stay in place so every two or three months I unzip it and reposition it. I would use Dawn and warm water to spot clean them. I bought two. I think they are a good choice if you have kids....low cost, light weight and can take a little abuse.
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It hasn't been a problem for us. I opened the boxes outside, unrolled the mats a bit, and let them air out for a few hours before I brought them inside. Even though it's been a cold winter, there hasn't been a strong smell, even though I haven't been able to open the window on a regular basis. So, I think the key was to air them out before I even brought them inside. They are great mats, and we have no complaints about them. Good luck. Enjoy!
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Wow thank u, good to know/keep in mind, i just purchased mine a couple of weeks ago. Maybe try wiping down the surface? Maybe its been de-sensitized?
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I have experienced the same thing. Fortunately, mine is setting on concrete in my basement, so it is not a problem.I belive the feet are made of a plastic resin that just bleeds. Best cleaner I have ever seen for carpets is "Spot Shot", sold at most Home Depots or Lowes.
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I just thoroughly cleaned them with my usual household all purpose cleaner then rinsed off the counter two or three times to make sure I got any and all residue off, then let it thoroughly dry. I don't believe I ever used anything abrasive or sanded first. I am not having any chipping problems. I just followed the directions in the kit. I had mauve/rose colored formica counters that were really "fugly"! Looks a lot better now and I'd never done anything like this before! They came out great and they're hold up great. I'm careful not to cut anything on them or put anything hot on them and I wipe up with my dish cloth when I'm done doing dishes or just plain water. I just thoroughly cleaned them with my usual household all purpose cleaner then rinsed off the counter two or three times to make sure I got any and all residue off, then let it thoroughly dry. I don't believe I ever used anything abrasive or sanded first. I am not having any chipping problems. I just followed the directions in the kit. I had mauve/rose colored formica counters that were really "fugly"! Looks a lot better now and I'd never done anything like this before! They came out great and they're hold up great. I'm careful not to cut anything on them or put anything hot on... » Read More I just thoroughly cleaned them with my usual household all purpose cleaner then rinsed off the counter two or three times to make sure I got any and all residue off, then let it thoroughly dry. I don't believe I ever used anything abrasive or sanded first. I am not having any chipping problems. I just followed the directions in the kit. I had mauve/rose colored formica counters that were really "fugly"! Looks a lot better now and I'd never done anything like this before! They came out great and they're hold up great. I'm careful not to cut anything on them or put anything hot on them and I wipe up with my dish cloth when I'm done doing dishes or just plain water. « Show Less