The first line of defence against grubby street shoes entering your pristine haven, a doormat is the ultimate social leveller.
Put one down and all are obliged, from the parcel courier to your in-laws, to wipe their feet against the strong, dirt-ridding bristles.
We’ll give it to you straight: when it comes to doormats, we don’t have a whole load to say. They perform one function, and perform it extremely well. A master of the job, you might say.
The key thing to remember is that puns go a long way and choosing a design that matches your interior scheme is something to consider for houseproud types.
No need to decide between one that makes you smile, or one that’s aesthetically pleasing: we’ve done the legwork and brought the most stylish options to your door.
Open sesame!
Anthropologie Floral Greeting Doormat
A bright and cheery way to welcome visitors, this mat features a bold ‘hello’ greeting on a colourful floral backdrop.
Buy now £36.00, Anthropologie
Matalan Brown Woven Doormat (60cm x 39cm)
Doormats: the haves, and the have-knots. This interesting design allows everyone a piece of the doormat action at a price that can’t be beat.
Buy now £8.50, Matalan
Dunelm Tiger Shaped Doormat
A fierce hello doesn’t get more roar-some than this hilarious tiger mat, a steal at just £6 at Dunelm. A design this good is bound to get envious looks, so one for the back door rather than the front entrance.
Buy now £6.00, Dunelm
Bombay Duck Ding Dong Doormat
Sometimes a strong font is all you need to make a stellar impression.
Buy now £24.50, NOTHS
Graham & Green Heart Design Doormat
Make your hallway or front door an altogether happier place with this bright and bold doormat design.
Buy now £38.00, Graham & Green
Matalan Art Deco Ciao Doormat (60cm x 39cm)
Raise the stakes with a doormat that brings Continental charm to your front entrance.
Buy now £7.50, Matalan
I Like It Dirty Entrance Mat
Pure filth. Best place for it? This durable, high friction doormat.
Buy now £8.99, IWOOT
Urban Outfitters Fruity Hello Indoor Doormat
Even dreary weather can’t stop this doormat from looking cheerful.
Buy now £18.00, Urban Outfitters
No Riff Raff Doormat
Consider this your first line of defence against undesirables.
Buy now £19.90, Red Candy
Latitude Run Dzerun Lips Doormat
Put your money where your mouth is. This doormat design is a sure-fire conversation starter.
Buy now £32.99, Wayfair
Harry Potter Muggles Welcome Entrance Mat
Yes the world of HP merch stretches from keyrings and questionable sweets right down to the humble doormat. Show your love for the Wizarding World from the off with this design, which lets your less magical mates know they are still welcome inside.
Buy now £12.99, IWOOT
Keith Haring Dance Party Doormat
Party people, step this way. This design-led mat will get thing started before you’ve even got to the front door.
Buy now £189.00, Ruggable