Response from L.L.BeanBy L.L.Bean Product Team, August 12, 2010
Thank you for your comments. We're sorry that you're disappointed with this doormat. The long fibers in this mat do tend to shed at first, but this should be temporary. If you decide you'd like to exchange or return this item, please call us so we can help. Everything we sell comes with our 100% satisfaction guarantee. Thanks again for contacting us, and we apologize for the inconvenience.
Overall rating
5/ 5
BrownEyedGirl
fromWilliston, FL
Gender:Female
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
BEST EVER
PostedJune 23, 2010
I have had my waterhog mat for four years now. It is the best mat ever. It is located in a very high traffic area and it still looks brand new. All I do is vacuum it . I plan on purchasing a couple more. I highly recommend. To those who are not satisfied, contact Customer Service. LL Bean's Customer Service is top notch.
I don't like this mat. It sheds a alot when new and took a while to stop shedding. The color was different than I expected. Just don't like the texture.
Response from L.L.BeanBy L.L.Bean Product Team, August 12, 2010
Thank you for sending your feedback. We regret that this mat did not meet your expectations. We've noticed similar reports about shedding from other customers, and though these mats do tend to shed initially, this should be temporary. Please call us so we can help exchange this item or arrange for a complete refund. Again, thanks for posting your feedback, and we're sorry for the trouble.
Overall rating
2/ 5
soggy
fromPortland, OR
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
Not Suitable for Ourdoors
PostedSeptember 8, 2009
We had a similar problem with this mat holding water. We were replacing an older waterhog that had gotten a bit worn and were attracted to the nicer look of this mat. But it is located in an exposed area and got totally soaked and would not drain. I really don't think this item should be rated for ourdoor use. We are using this mat in the doorway from our garge to the house, which is protected.
Response from L.L.BeanBy L.L.Bean Product Team, August 12, 2010
Thank you for posting your comments. We're sorry that you've had trouble with the performance of this mat. The long fibers in this mat are designed to look like natural cocoa fibers – without the cocoa's tendency to attract mold and break down rapidly. As you've found, however, the longer length of these fibers tends to make them drain more slowly than our standard Waterhog mats. We've noted these points on our Web site so other customers will know what to expect.
Please call us if you decide to exchange or return this mat for a complete refund. Every item from L.L.Bean comes with our 100% satisfaction guarantee. Again, thanks for sharing your feedback, and we apologize for the inconvenience.