Cork becomes more grippy when wet. For optimal traction, a little moisture can go a long way. Try lightly spraying some water to the areas where your hands and feet normally go. Don’t have a spray bottle? Wet a clean towel, wring it out and wipe down your mat before practice.

A quick wipe down after each practice should be all it takes to ensure freshness and optimal grip! Dirt, sweat, and oil will build up on the surface of the mat over time. Moisturizing lotions can also coat the cork surface and make you slip instead of grip.

If you have recently applied moisturizer, we recommend a quick hand wash with soapy water before using your mat for best traction. We also recommend using soapy water gently break down any lotion or oil buildup on the cork surface.

Make sure your mat is completely dry before being rolling up. Wipe up excess moisture with a clean towel and let the mat to lay flat to fully dry.

Remember: Cork out, rubber in. This mat has been designed to tightly roll up in one direction with the cork surface facing outward.

Do not sharply fold or twist your FeetUp Yoga Mat! Cork and natural rubber work very well together when rolled up, rolled out, and practiced upon. Sharp folds, deep twists, and hard stretches may damage structural integrity... just like in your own body.