Cedar Bathroom Floor

Cedar Bathroom Floor

1-Hour Project: How to Build a Cedar Bath Mat

I saw a cedar mat like this online for $35 and thought, "Hey, I can make a better one for less." You can build one, too, in three easy step.

Time

An hour or less

Complexity

Beginner

Cost

$20-50

Introduction

I saw a cedar mat like this online for $35 and thought, "Hey, I can make a better one for less." You can build one, too, in three easy steps.

Materials Required

• 1-1/4-in. brad nails
• 1x2 or 1x6 lumber
• antiskid pads
• finishing supplies
• paint stir stick
• Sandpaper

Some planning and building tips to know:

• I chose cedar for its looks and rot-resistance, but any wood would be fine.
• My mat is 14-1/2 x 30 in., but you can make yours any size. Just be sure the slats are supported by runners no more than 15 in. apart.
• Large knots create weak spots, so you may need to buy extra lumber to get sections that are free of knots.
• Although the nail holes won't show, I patched them with wood filler before sanding and finishing. Left exposed, the nail heads may rust and stain the floor.
• I finished my mat with tung oil. Oil finishes aren't as durable as some others, but they're easy to renew when the finish starts to wear—just wipe on a fresh coat.
• Be sure to apply anti-skid pads on the bottom to keep the mat from sliding on hard floors.

Project step-by-step (3)

Step 2

Round the Edges

I rounded the slat edges with a 1/4-in. round-over bit. If you don't have a router, ease the edges with 100-grit sandpaper.

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