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Mat Guide

Finding the right mat can be challenging so we’ve done the work for you. 

Eco Mats

hardbackhollow Eco Rise Yoga Mat

Your wellbeing mat

£45

Taking mindful home décor to a new level.

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

Looking for the right yoga mat is like looking for the best sofa: it’s got to be the perfect shape, colour and it has to play nicely with your home decor. Enter the Eco Rise Yoga Mat, a cushy go-to that comes in an array of soothing pastel colours that match with nearly everything, this mat is as good for your calming indoor space as it is for your yoga practice. 

WHY IT’S WOW:

Nature is a beautiful thing, no? And that’s why hardbackhollow is committed to the journey towards more sustainable products. The Eco Everyday Rise Yoga Mat is made from natural rubber from rubber trees which means that initially it has a rubber scent – like the scent of new bike tyres– but this smell will fade over a very short period of time. Due to the natural rubber properties of this product, the colour may change a little over time.

DETAILS:

• Made from sustainably harvested natural tree rubber
  
• Recyclable & biodegradable 
• No nasties (latex, chemical and dye-free)
  
• Cotton blend mesh surface for strong grip
  
• 3mm thickness for medium cushioning
  
  
  

“I have used this mat every day since purchasing. I love it!”

– Joanna, Eco Rise Yoga Mat Owner

hardbackhollow Aqua Evolve Yoga Mat

The earth-saving mat

£60

One small step for algae, one giant leap towards sustainability.

A yoga mat made from algae. Yes, you read that right. 

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

It’s a breakthrough in manufacturing science. This mat is made from the same stuff that’s in the ocean: a special algae foam which means when you buy this mat you’re not only investing in your practice, you’re making your footprint a little more eco-friendly too. Ride the wave: the unique marbled pattern on the Aqua Evolve will invite you to flow creatively and playfully through your practice, with the calming green hues bringing about a sense of peacefulness and serenity. Feet on the ground, eyes to the future. 

WHY IT'S WOW:

We’ve taken a unique blend of algae and foam and turned it into a mat. Isn’t technology grand? Algae absorbs and traps CO2 from the atmosphere through the process of photosynthesis. When the algae is harvested, the CO2 comes along with it, which means cleaner air. Let your practice flow and unfold as you stretch and move on its lightweight and soft foundation.

DETAILS:

• Sustainable
• Made in Spain
• Each mat means 42 liters of clean water returned to the habitat
  
  
  

“Fabulous product - even nicer than anticipated! Looks great, feels lovely, really good to use. And it arrived really quickly. Thank you!”

- SW, hardbackhollow Customer

“Great quality in gorgeous colour! I ordered a mat, blanket, blocks and bricks for my daughter’s birthday, all in a beautiful range of blues. They delivered them so fast – fantastic! We meet up on Zoom about 3 times a week to do yoga and Pilates together and I get to admire the lovely colours. Thank you so much."

- Mrs Lucy Edgeley, hardbackhollow Customer

“hardbackhollow had all the items I needed. They arrived in perfect condition. Now enjoying a wonderful natural yoga practice!”

-  Lynn, hardbackhollow Customer

hardbackhollow Eco Everyday Yoga Mat

The DDD: Dependable, Durable, Daily yoga mat

£60

It’s got all of the important Ds.

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

Life is unpredictable, but one thing we’re sure of is this dependable, durable, daily exercise and yoga mat. Made for movement, this mat is sure to help you get the most out of your sun salutations and other stretches. One thing is certain: this yoga mat will see you through every single flow.

WHY IT'S WOW:

Designed with a wave-like textured surface for unrivalled grip and cushioned to give comfort to knees and joints, our ‘Eco Everyday’ is the perfect exercise and yoga mat for your daily practice. There’s a reason why it’s a bestseller: people keep coming back to this mat again and again.

DETAILS:

• Made from sustainably-harvested natural tree rubber and recycled materials, an innovative solution to environmental waste 
  
• Recyclable & biodegradable
  
• 4mm thickness offering support and cushioning for knees and joints
  
• A textured practice surface for superior grip
  
• Free from toxic chemicals and dyes
  
  
  

hardbackhollow Eco Cork Yoga Mat

The hypoallergenic mat

£65

Less sneezing, more breathing. 

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

Cork is one of those wonder materials: naturally resistant to mildew, it’s hypoallergenic and known to be a great flooring material because it is comfortable to walk on and stand on for long periods of time. So, the hardbackhollow team thought it was only natural – see what we did there – to make a yoga mat out of this brilliant material. Rid your practice of distracting allergies and stay focused on the task at hand: finding your breath, slowing down and settling into a sumptuous stretch.

WHY IT’S WOW:

It turns proverbial problems into tiny wins: the grip improves as you get into your practice and start to sweat. You can speed this up by spraying the mat with water before starting your practice.

DETAILS:

• Vegan
  
• Made from cork Oak trees & sustainably harvested natural tree rubber
• Recyclable & biodegradable 
  
• Free from toxic chemicals and dyes 
  
• Grip improves as you sweat, spritz mat with water to speed this up
  
• 4mm thickness which means it’s nice and cushy
  
  
  

hardbackhollow Eco Travel Yoga Mat

The packable companion

£40

A yoga mat that’s got your back (and your front).

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

This mat might not finish your sentences for you, but like a true BFF it anticipates your needs – especially when you’re on the go and taking your practice off the grid. It’s the mat that’s worth writing home about. Take your yoga journey to the next level. Super light at only 750g and ultra thin at only 1mm thick, you’ll always find space for this travel mat in your bag, enabling you to practice yoga anytime, anywhere. With its non-slip, natural rubber surface, this mat provides a perfect hygienic layer on top of a studio mat.

WHY IT'S WOW:

Grippy, easy to pack and one of a kind, this mat is a +1 worth inviting to your next practice. Made from natural materials, this earth-friendly exercise and yoga mat really is the sustainable choice to protect this wonderful planet. Roam, stretch, breathe and rest easy knowing that nothing will stop you from enjoying your yoga.

DETAILS:

• Made from sustainably harvested natural tree rubber and free from toxic chemicals and dyes 
  
• Recyclable & biodegradable
  
• Super lightweight and foldable  
  
• Works as a hygienic layer on top of a studio mat
  
  

hardbackhollow Eco Flow Yoga Mat

The grippiest mat yet.

£65

The more you sweat, the harder this mat works.

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

The latest addition to our hardbackhollow mat collection, meet the Eco Flow Yoga Mat. Unrivalled grip, eco conscious and available in three striking colours, making this one, our new favourite mat. Made in Spain from sustainably harvested natural tree rubber, free from toxic chemicals and dyes, and produced with the highest respect for legal environmental and labour standards, this mat is perfect for the eco-conscious yogi.

WHY IT'S WOW:

The Eco Flow Yoga Mat supports your practice with a smooth surface that doesn't compromise on grip. The more you sweat the harder this mat works to keep you flowing. 

DETAILS:

• Made from 100% sustainably harvested natural tree rubber
• Superior grip with smooth finish
• Recyclable & biodegradable
• Fresh and natural colours inspired from nature
  
  

Performance Mats

hardbackhollow Sticky Yoga Mat

The perfect first mat

£26

The best-selling mat that started it all.

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

Colour-popping, lightweight and really great value, this mat might just have it all. If you want a go-to exercise and yoga mat for your home-practice but don't want to spend the earth on a mat, this is the one for you. It offers a decent level of cushioning for any tender spots whilst scoring high for durability points. And it’s so popular you will see it in use at yoga studios around the world. Yes it’s that good.

WHY IT’S WOW:

We don’t just call it a bestseller for the sake of it, this one is trusted by yoga teachers and studio owners across the globe as one of the best mats for every kind of practice out there. It’s available in heaps of colours from the popular ocean green to vivid berry, so you can pick one that’s just the right chakra-inspired hue for you.

DETAILS:

• A studio favourite and trusted by yoga studios and teachers worldwide 
  
• Extremely durable and long-lasting 
  
• The grip gets better and better over time 
  
• Lightweight for home to studio  
  
• 4.5mm cushioning to protect knees and joints  
  
• Offered in a wide range of colours
  
• Non-toxic and safe - our mats are 6-P Free (Phtalates, AZO, DOP, Phenol, Heavy Metals)
  
• Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® certified 
  
  

hardbackhollow Reclaim Sticky Mat

A brand new Sticky

£25

Our Sticky Mat just got a sustainable makeover.

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

At hardbackhollow we're always innovating: especially when it comes to creating sustainable essentials. Our Reclaim Sticky Mat is a perfect example of this: it's as great as our original best-selling Sticky Yoga Mat but this version is made with reclaimed and recycled materials.

WHY IT'S WOW:

Half of the material used for the Reclaim Yoga Mat is sourced from excess manufacturing materials that would have normally been thrown out or gone to waste. We transform the extras and turn them into a recycled yoga mat – making every one of these as grippy and lightweight as the original.

DETAILS:

• Made in Germany
  
• Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Certification*
  
• Made from 50% post production waste
  
• Extremely durable and long-lasting
  
• Great grip which improves with use
  
• Lightweight and easily transportable
  
• Perfect for taller yogi's with a length of 190cm  
  
• Non-toxic and safe, made from 16P Phthalate free PVC  
  
• Latex free
  
  

hardbackhollow Wellness Pilates Mat

Our most versatile mat

£35

For Yoga, Pilates, HIIT and everything in-between 

THE NEED-TO-KNOWS:

Need a yoga mat that can come along with you for the journey, no matter what the final destination may be? Enter the hardbackhollow Wellness Pilates Mat: At 8mm thick it offers unparalleled cushioning and comfort for your joints whilst you practise. At less than 1.5kg, the Wellness Mat is also lightweight making it easily transportable to your class. Engineered to have exceptional grip and great looking rounded corners.

WHY IT'S WOW:

A versatile hero, made for yoga, pilates and all your favourite fitness classes. This one is light enough to carry with you on-the-go yet cushioned enough to feel supportive for any exercise. And it's designed to be reversible so you have your choice of colour and texture to practice on.

DETAILS:

• Made from 100% TPE
• 8mm thick offering extreme comfort and cushioning
• Very durable with a strong grip
  

• Ultra lightweight so you can take it with you everywhere
• A versatile mat for a range of fitness activities