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Pebbly vinyl surface adds little traction
This is a review of the product described on Amazon as "Adhesive Bath Mat." The actual product I received was described on the package as "Home Care by Moen Bath and Shower Safety Mat" with a model number of DN7050 and a UPC barcode number of 0-34584-17971-5. The dimensions of the mat are 16 inches by 34 inches.
The product is just a sheet of vinyl with a pebbly top. As you might expect, this does not offer much traction in a wet, soapy tub. It does adhere well, and I doubt it will peel off anytime soon. But it is just too thin to be very effective. Think about it: if you slip in your tub now, how much help can you expect if you replace the present surface of your tub bottom with a piece of vinyl? Of course, I should have considered that before purchasing. And once you have installed it, you can't send it back for a refund.
EDIT: I finally found a product that would provide a genuine nonslip surface in my bathtub. It is called the "Gator Grip" traction mat. You can buy this in various dimensions for various purposes. The bathtub mat measures 16 inches by 42 inches, and can be cut to fit. It seals to the bottom of the tub with a firm adhesive. I highly recommend it instead of the product reviewed above. I bought it elsewhere, but you can get it on Amazon at:
Gator Grip Bathtub Mat (Blue)
January 2009 · Tools and Home Improvement · verified purchase