A rubber mat that is non-slip and protects the floor by collecting all the dirt from shoes (instead of spreading it over a wide area around the entrance). Nothing goes over the extra raised edge - not even raindrops or slush melting in the warmth of the home. We recommend the shoe rack for year-round use. If you don't need it to put your shoes on, it can be wonderfully repurposed: for example as a waterproof base for potting and repotting work and for plant care or for the water and food bowls of your furry friends. Made in India and half of it from recycled material.