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Your questions,
our answers.
Everything you need to know about the mat, the wool, care, and practice. Have another question? We’ll answer it directly.
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In yoga practice
A yoga mat provides support, comfort, and grip, while protecting you from hard, cold surfaces. We have worked to give the Wool Mat all these qualities for a safe and comfortable practice.
Yes. The mat is non-slip on both sides thanks to a thin layer of polymer: it grips the floor and gives you a secure base for gentle and dynamic postures alike. The wool adds a cocooning feel, and its scent helps you switch off.
A mat cushions your joints: at 8 mm thick, Le Tapis de Laine is exceptionally comfortable. Its thin layer of polymer gives you grip in the postures, and it creates a clean, reassuring space that helps you focus.
A yoga mat is thinner and non-slip, designed for stability in postures. Fitness mats are thicker and cushion more. Le Tapis de Laine strikes the right balance: comfort for the joints and stability in the postures.
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Materials and durability
No—almost all our users find that it does not itch. The thin, non-slip polymer layer reduces friction while leaving the feel and scent of the wool almost entirely intact.
According to a 2023 report by the General Council for Food, Agriculture and Rural Areas (CGAAER), French wool faces dual competition from synthetic materials and low-cost countries. The industry must find new outlets to rebuild itself—this is the starting point of our company.
PVC mats are hard-wearing and grippy, but they are neither biodegradable nor eco-friendly. Natural rubber mats are biodegradable but come from the other side of the world. Le Tapis de Laine is made from a natural, renewable French material, with a thin layer of polymer for grip.
Yes: how long a mat lasts depends above all on use and care. Le Tapis de Laine contains no chemicals, and all production takes place in France, involving a network of companies committed to the social and solidarity economy.
Beyond using natural materials, we minimise our carbon footprint: the wool comes solely from Larzac farms producing Roquefort PDO, it is processed locally, and it is packaged with the absolute minimum required.
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Care and cleaning
Like a wool sweater, it cleans itself when left to air. Air the mat regularly and vacuum it whenever dust needs removing.
No. Wool is self-cleaning: the best thing you can do is air it regularly. Its fibres do not hold odours, do not attract dust, and are hypoallergenic.
For long-term storage, use a bag to protect it from dust. If the area is prone to moths, tuck in a sachet of lavender. Make sure the mat is completely dry before storing it.
We do not recommend this: the feel and scent of the wool are part of what makes the mat special. If you are outdoors, place a towel under the mat instead to protect the wool from dirty surfaces.
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Health and comfort
With 8 mm of dense wool, it gives real support to your knees and elbows. Lacaune sheep's wool is known for its natural resilience, a quality long put to use in bedding.
The quality of your mat matters when performing poses that strain the back, and Larzac wool is particularly well-suited for this. Certain poses help strengthen the back; if you are experiencing pain, consult a professional before starting.
Wool is a hypoallergenic material, so there is generally no risk of an allergic reaction. We do, however, use a thin layer of polymer for the non-slip coating — please check that you are not allergic to it.
The mat is unisex. Given our current production constraints, it comes in one size only: 190 × 61 cm.
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