The RV Awning Mat: An RV Necessity.What would an RV be without a solid RV awning mat? RV awning mats are a necessity for the seasoned RVer. They provide protection from the ground, whether it be damp and a bit muddy, or from a hot surface such as concrete if you happen to park in a paved area. Yes, an RV awning mat is a necessity. And every RV owner I know has at least one in their arsenal. So just what is an RV awning mat? In general, RV awning mats are mats woven from strands of 100% PVC (Plastic) used for protection from the ground under your RV awning. But an RV awning mat has many other uses as well. People use them basically anywhere they need some type of ground protection such as on a camping trip, a trip to the beach, a tailgate party, or just throwing it out on your patio. I'm sure the uses don't end there, but you get the idea. THE BASIC SIZES: Let's take a little time to discuss the types and sizes of the most common RV awning mats available. An RV awning mat can come in a variety of sizes, but the three most common are the 6 x 9, the 9 x 12, and the 12 x 18. The 9 x 12 is probably the most common size while the 12 x 18 is large enough to fit under the largest RV awning. All quality RV awning mats come with their own carry-tote and fold up rather nicely. Even the large 12 x 18 RV awning mat folds compactly and weighs less than 15 pounds. COLORS AND STYLES: An RV awning mat can come in a variety of colors and patterns. Most are reversible and the possibilities to make yours as personal as you'd like are there. Many people go to great lengths to find just the perfect RV awning mat. They want it to be a reflection of who they are. I guess you can say an RV awning mat is much more than a great way to protect you and your RV gear from the elements, it can be a note card of who you are. |