If you are looking to create a safe environment for your children to play in then getting mats is a great idea. These are clean, safe and easy to carry and can be bought in a number of colours, shapes and configurations. These mats are ideal for the nursery, home or activities area.

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You can help facilitate your baby’s development and really stimulate their senses with a portable mat for play. Babies learn through playing and through exploring the world around them, so having the right equipment which will keep your baby safe and happy is the best way to do this.

These mats can be bought to fit together like a jigsaw and are easy to assemble. They are anti-flip as well.  They are also highly resistant to dirt and staining and can be easily wiped clean. They are waterproof so you do not need to worry about spills, and this means they can be easily washed down with water and a sponge or mop. The top surface is tough, so it can survive wear and tear such as being walked over with shoes.

These mats absorb impact thanks to being made with durable EVA high density foam, meaning they will break falls and prevent joints coming under stress: perfect for children playing and experimenting, as well as for other uses such as for sports halls or gyms. Many nurseries use this kind of flooring for all the aforementioned advantages, as well as being able to get it in a range of colours and how long lasting it is. Even better, thanks to the interlocking jigsaw shape, you can expand your floor as needed, or equally pack it away when you need the space.

There are many other applications for play mats such as using them for wrestling classes, in gyms, fitness suites and for yoga. With so many uses, they are perfect for the home where they may be used for children playing as well as parents practising yoga and Pilates, or equally in schools where the range of activities they can cover are plenty.

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With so many possibilities, these mats make a great investment since you will always get plenty of use out of them. For babies, the benefits are huge as they give the opportunity to explore safely so that they can expand their horizons. Equally, these improve reflexes and help your children get to grips with movement but without the risk of knocks and bumps.

These jigsaw mats can also be stood upright and fitted together to create borders, so that you can create safe makeshift playpens. This is ideal for keeping your children safe and entertained for hours, as well as in nurseries and playgroups to create different areas for play. The flexibility of these mats is their most appealing feature as you can always use them to purpose, so you are in control. These also come in different tile sizes so that you can get as big or small shapes as you want, as well as different quantities, so you can match your order to the space you wish to fill.