Commonly Asked Questions:

• What are JadeYoga mats made of? 
• Can I use my mat outside?
• Which mat is right for me?
• Is there latex in JadeYoga mats?
• Where are Jade mats made?
• What makes Jade mats eco-friendly?
• Which side of my mat goes up?
• When will that rubber smell go away?
• How do I clean my yoga mat?
• How do I clean my yoga bag?
• What can I do with my old yoga mat?
• What do we mean by "Buy a mat. We plant a tree?"

What are JadeYoga mats made of?

All of Jade's eco-friendly yoga mats are made with natural rubber and contain no PVC or other synthetic rubbers. Natural rubber is tapped, like maple syrup, from a rubber tree, a sustainable, renewable resource. We use natural rubber because it grips better and has more cushion than any of the synthetic rubbers on the market (PVC, PER, TPE, EVA). It is also better for the earth as it is made sustainably. In addition to natural rubber, our mats contain both natural and man-made components. The precise components of our mats are proprietary (the last thing we want is someone knocking off our mats).  Jade mats contain no PVCs, phthalates, heavy metals or flame retardants. All components are approved by FDA for use in rubber in continuous contact with food.

Can I use my mat outside?

Our mats are not intended for outdoor use. The natural rubber is sensitive to the elements and will become damaged with even minimal UV exposure. We recommend our Organic Cotton Yoga Rug and Dharba Grass Mat for outdoor use.

Which mat is right for me?

 Always on the go? Meet VOYAGER & TRAVEL, your practice just got a little lighter!

VOYAGER: Our thinnest and most portable mat yet, the VOYAGER is ideal for yogis on the go that have to travel light! Easily folds up to fit into your tote bag, carry on, or backpack, allowing you to take your practice with you everywhere and anywhere.

SPECS: 1/16” thick, 24” wide, is 68” in length, and weighs about 1.5lbs

Available in: Purple, Midnight Blue, Olive Green, and Fire Engine Red 

*please note the Voyager is not suited to a vigorous daily practice, it does compromise durability

TRAVEL: The perfect marriage between our best-selling Harmony mat and our most transportable mat Voyager, we introduce you to our Travel Mat! Perfect for yogis on the go- supportive enough for daily use, but light enough to go with you!

SPECS: 1/8” thick, 24” wide, is offered in 68” or 74” lengths, and weighs just under 3lbs

Available in: Purple & Midnight Blue (in 68”&74”), Olive Green, and Black (in 68”)

Don’t know what you need and looking for our go-to suggestion? Meet HARMONY!

HARMONY: Our most popular mat, the HARMONY is our everyday, go-to mat. Great for yoga, Pilates, or mat work in general! If you’re undecided, have dual purposes for your mat, or are looking for a multi-purpose mat, Harmony is for you. 

SPECS: 3/16” thick, 24” wide, is offered in lengths of 68” & 74”, and weighs about 5lbs

All colors are not available in all lengths, see www.jadeyoga.com for additional details

HARMONY XW: Wanting a little extra wiggle and stretch room? Try our HARMONY XW! All the great benefits of our Harmony mat with an extra 4” of space to broaden your practice- hello liberation!

SPECS: 3/16” thick, 28” wide, is offered in 80" length, and weighs in around 7lbs

Available in: Midnight Blue 

Pilates your main focus? Joint pain an issue? An XL yogi searching for the support that’s right for you? Or perhaps you’re just looking for a little extra cushiony love and support?

Allow me to introduce you to your new best friend, FUSION! 

FUSION: Our thickest, most cushiony mat, great for when you want or need that extra comfort! And if Pilates is your main focus, FUSION is your guy- being our densest mat on the market.

SPECS: 5/16” thick, 24” wide, comes in 68” & 74” lengths, and weighs about 8.5lbs

Available in: Purple, Midnight Blue (68”&74”), Gray (68”)

FUSION XW: Wanting all of the cushiony glory of the Fusion mat along with a little extra room to stretch out? Look no further, FUSION XW is here for you, featuring everything you love about our Fusion mat alongside an extra 4” of space, so go ahead- sprawl out and enjoy!

SPECS: 5/16” thick, 28” wide, comes in 80” length, and weighs in around 10.5lbs

Available in: Two-tone Purple/Midnight

Please note that while the Fusion and Fusion XW are our most cushiony mat, they are also our heaviest, making them weighty choices as a commuter mat.

 

Is there latex in JadeYoga mats?

Although Jade mats are 99% latex free, as they are from rubber trees, there may be trace amounts of latex proteins in the mats so we recommend persons with latex allergies avoid contact with our mats.

Where are Jade mats made?

 

Jade mats are made in the United States (with imported rubber) in compliance with all US environmental, labor and consumer safety laws.

 

What makes Jade mats eco-friendly?

Jade mats are eco-friendly as they are made with a renewable, sustainable resource - natural rubber, tapped from rubber trees. Jade mats contain no PVC or other synthetic rubbers. Perhaps most importantly, Jade yoga mats are made in the United States (with imported natural rubber) in compliance with all US environmental and labor laws. Finally, through its partnership with Trees for the Future, JadeYoga plants a tree for every yoga mat you buy.

Which side of my mat goes up?

 

 

The label side should go up for all our mats except the Elite S for which the label goes down.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When will that rubber smell go away?

The natural rubber smell will dissipate over time. The best way to accelerate this process is to air the mat out in a well ventilated area - maybe even in front of a fan - but never outside or in direct sunlight. Because natural rubber has natural variations in smell, and everyone has different sensitivities, the amount of time it takes for the smell to dissipate varies. For most people a week or two is enough, but for some people it may take a couple months (but just like with a car tire or bike tire or anything made of rubber, even then there will be some residual smell).

How do I clean my yoga mat? 

For regular mat maintenance and routine cleaning, we recommend wiping your mat down with a damp cloth on a weekly basis. If you have a vigorous practice, or are doing hot yoga, you may also do so after each use.

We also recommend using our plant-based mat wash which is specially designed for natural rubber yoga mats and can be purchased here!

We do not recommend any other cleaners be used on our mats. Unfortunately, many cleaning products contain ingredients that can be harmful to the natural rubber (alcohol, petroleum based solvents, soaps, or high concentration essential oils).  These products adversely impact the natural rubber in our mats, causing it to break down, dry out, and become discolored. Essential oils also may cause your mat to become slippery. We have found that many yoga mat sprays and natural cleaners on the market do have high concentrations of such essential oils.

For blankets and rugs:  Wash colors separately in cold water and hang to dry as items may shrink in the wash.

How do I clean my yoga bag? 

As Jade bags are made with organic cotton, it is best to wash them in cold water and hang to dry to avoid any shrinking.

What can I do with my old yoga mat?

1. Look for reuses www.freecycle.org or email info@jadeyoga.com
2. Use as a seat liner for the back seat in the car while taking your dog to the vet or groomer.
3. Place under an area rug for no-slip gripping.
4. Drop off your old mat at an animal rescue group. Most of these places need soft, durable mats, rugs, towels, & blankets to line crates.
5. Use an old mat in the garage or shop to keep from slipping on the workbench while using power tools on them.
6. Line kitchen shelves to prevent glasses from slipping and scratching.
7. Cut the mat into squares and use them as "bases" while playing baseball with the kids. Easy to carry and easy to clean!
8. Use to kneel on in the garden to protect your knees!
9. Use as kitchen drawer liners.
10. Cut it up to make a mouse pad.
11. Use it on the beach instead of a towel.
12. Use as grip pads to open jars.
13. Cut to size and use as foot pads for the bottom of furniture that is on a wood or ceramic floor. Glue on pieces with a non-toxic adhesive.
14. Place it under your sleeping bag as a sleeping pad while camping.
15. Make covers for sharp corners like in a parking garage or school.
16. No more messy packing peanuts! Old yoga mats get a new life as a protector of valuables while moving or shipping.
17. Make children's toys: cut holes and create masks, hats, costumes and props; cut into shapes and letters for tub and pool toys.
18. Cut and put down in front of the kitty litter box to stop the litter.
19. Plug up drafty places, windows, doors, & under window air conditioners, and save energy!
20. Great for those hard bleachers when watching sporting events.
21. Makes a great liner under house plants, you can even cut it to fit each plant!
22. Donate to nursing homes so that residents do not slip while getting in and out of bed.
23. Place between your surfboard & car to protect both from abrasion.
24. Lay it over the dashboard and steering wheel to keep the sun out!
25. Keep in the car for those spur of the moment picnics, keeping groceries from sliding around in the trunk, or for a myriad of other uses limited only to your imagination!

What do we mean by "Buy a mat. We plant a tree?"

While it has always been our goal to make the best performing yoga mat on the market and we are very proud that Harmony is made with natural rubber, a renewable resource, contains no PVC or ozone depleting substances and is made in the United States (with imported rubber) in compliance with US environmental laws -- we felt we could and should do even more. We looked for a partner to help us give back to the earth and found Trees for the Future to be the right choice. What we like about Trees for the Future is that they work with local communities on projects that are environmentally and economically sustainable. They are not about going in and dictating what they are going to do, doing it and walking away. They engage the local community which leads to a project that can continue long after Trees for the Future has left. Trees for the Future works to develop and implement programs to improve living standards for the participants, by the careful management, rather than the exploitation, of our natural resources. Through this partnership with Trees for the Future, we plant a tree for every yoga mat we sell.

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