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Floor Mat Table Toppers Convert floor mats into clever table toppers the Home Made Easy way. From "Home Made Easy" episode DHME-162

Create a great look at a reasonable price by converting floor mats into fun table toppers.

Host Stephanie Lydecker turns ordinary floor mats into eye-catching placemats.

Floor Mat Table Toppers

• Sisal — Sisal is a plat that grows in mostly tropical climates. Large quantities of it are grown in Africa and Mexico. It is one of the strongest natural fibers. To clean it, use a mini-vac or you can take them outside and shake them.

• Bamboo Mats — Bamboo is a member of the grass family. It is water resistant. Bamboo often comes with non-skid backing, so it will be kind to your table. To prevent it from drying out and cracking, keep it out of direct sunlight.

• Sea Grass — It is available in hardware and house ware stores and is often used for welcome mats. Sea grass is durable and comes in interesting patterns with borders.