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Half-size Japanese tatami mat, 900×900×55mm. Soft woven igusa rush straw with brocade cloth edging. Combine with full-size mats to build a traditional tatami floor. In stock — ships within 5 working days.
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Traditional Japanese floor covering in a compact half-size format — the Zentai Half Size Tatami Mat is crafted from soft woven igusa rush straw over a compacted rice straw core, finished with brocade cloth edging (heri). At 900×900×55mm, it pairs perfectly with full-size mats to complete a traditional tatami floor layout for tea rooms, meditation spaces, or Japanese-style bedrooms.
Igusa rush straw is naturally breathable and moisture-regulating, releasing a gentle, calming scent — especially noticeable on humid days. Upon unboxing, tatami mats arrive in a fresh sage green colour that gradually mellows to a warm golden straw tone with UV exposure. This natural ageing is part of the tatami experience.
Zentai's tatami mats are constructed using the same methods used in Japan for hundreds of years — natural rush grass exterior over a layered rice straw foundation. The straw is oven dried at 85°C for 8 hours to comply with Australian quarantine regulations, ensuring the mats are free from seeds and pathogens without the use of chemicals.
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TATAMI CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Tatami characteristics & handling
Exposure to sunlight and ultraviolet light will, over time, gradually alter the color of the Tatami surface. The initial green hue ( derived from rush grass ) will transition to a refined golden light brown straw color.
Tatami mats can be laid on top of most flooring such as stone, hardwood floor, carpet or heated floor. Adding perimeter frames will provide optimal protection against edge damage.
Tatami should NOT be laid on humid floors or used with shoes on.
Before using
Clean the surface of tatami mats with a damp cloth.
If you are finding Tatami mat’s natural grass and straw perfume is too strong, air the Tatami Mats outdoors for a few days avoiding moisture from weather or water sprinkles.
You may also clean the surface with lemon oil. Mix a little bit of oil with water and wipe the surface with damp cloth.
Always take your shoes off before walking on Tatami.
Routine periodic care
Wipe Tatami surface with damp cloth regularly.
When vacuuming, move the brush in the direction of the reed.
Put your tatami mats up every 2 months so it can be aired.
You can also take your tatami outside and place them in full sunlight, for a good sunbathing session for 1 to 2 hours. Sunning is very beneficial as it will prevent mold and mildew, kill bacteria with natural UV exposure and dry any moisture buildup.
During long rain periods, use of a dehumidifier is recommended to draw excess moisture away.
To clean the following stains:
Mold: Gently brush off the mold. Wipe with clean cloth moistened with ethyl alcohol. Never apply wet cleaners directly onto the mat.
Dents: Spray with water. Iron with a wet clean towel.
Ink: Wipe with clean cloth moistened with milk.
Dark stains: ( such as soy sauce and coffee ) Absorb stain with flour or talcum powder. Vacuum after.
Crayon: Scrape crayon. Apply a little cleaner to dry clean cloth and wipe.
Marker: Wipe with dry clean cloth moistened with nail polish removal.
Kerosene and urine: Absorb stain with flour. Vacuum. Wipe with tightly wrung wet cloth. Rinse and wipe again. Repeat several times.
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