It's both! Sometimes we call the FLXBL a
yoga mat, and sometimes we call it a top layer — a replacement for the
traditional yoga towel. It simply depends on your level of experience, where
you're practicing, and what you prefer. Over the years, our customers have
shown us the best ways to use the FLXBL:

Yoga mat (directly on the ground):

~ Inside: on a soft floor covering or a
carpet.

~ Outside: on a soft surface like grass or sand.

More experienced yogis often use the
FLXBL directly on hard surfaces too, as they don't need the extra comfort of
another layer.

Top layer (on another mat):

~ In a yoga studio, placed on a studio mat
for hygiene purposes.

~ In any other situation where you want
some extra comfort while still enjoying the benefits of a microfiber yoga mat.

In the end, you can simply switch
between using your FLXBL as a yoga mat or as a top layer. That's what makes it
so great for traveling too — today it's your yoga mat on the beach, tomorrow
it's your top layer in a studio with limited hygiene standards.

Want more examples? Visit our Review
page to see how other yogis use their FLXBL.

Pretty much all of them! The
moisture-absorbing microfiber makes the FLXBL especially suitable for
intensive, sweat-inducing practices such as Bikram, Hot Yoga, Power Yoga,
Ashtanga, and Vinyasa. In fact, the more you sweat, the better your grip
becomes — the microfiber surface actually absorbs moisture and grips harder as
you go, so you'll never slip during your most intense flow.

Prefer a slower practice? The
velvety-soft surface also feels wonderfully comfortable during Yin, Hatha,
Restorative, and Kundalini Yoga.

Absolutely! For Pilates, we recommend
placing your FLXBL on top of a Pilates mat for extra cushioning and support.

You can also use it during other
workouts — when exercising on a hard surface, simply place your FLXBL on top of
a thicker gym or fitness mat for added comfort. And just like during yoga, the
moisture-absorbing microfiber grips even better as you sweat, keeping you
stable through your toughest sets.

Microfiber gives your FLXBL three big advantages:

Great grip — It absorbs moisture, so your grip actually improves as you sweat.

Soft & comfortable — The velvety surface feels wonderfully soft and allows for smooth transitions between poses.

Easy to keep fresh — Your FLXBL can be washed in the washing machine, making it easy to keep your mat clean and hygienic.

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Yes. The bottom of the FLXBL is made
from 100% biodegradable natural tree rubber and contains no toxic chemicals.
Our materials are vegan and not tested on animals.

Your FLXBL is packaged in a cornstarch
bag rather than plastic. It may look and feel like plastic, but it's actually
fully biodegradable — so you can dispose of it with a clear conscience.

Because it's a genuine natural material
rather than synthetic plastic, your FLXBL will also age naturally over time —
see "Why does my FLXBL show small marks or wear over time?" for more
on this.

You can wash your FLXBL both by hand or in the washing machine. Just make sure you handle it with care:

• Wash at 30° Celsius or lower
• Turn off the spin cycle
• Only use one drop of (natural) soap or no soap at all
• Machine-wash the FLXBL every 3 to 4 yoga sessions, depending on how much you are sweating
• Allow the mat to air dry in the shower, bathtub or outside without direct sunlight on it

Go to our Wash and care page to read the full washing instructions.

There are a few situations you want to avoid in order to keep your FLXBL soft and beautiful for years:

• Don't wash above 30° Celsius / 86° Fahrenheit
• Don't use (too much) soap when washing
• Don't use a spin cycle or any other dryer options when washing by machine
• Don't scrub too hard while cleaning by hand
• Don't dry on a heater or radiator
• Don't expose the mat to direct sunlight for too long
• Don't leave sand, salt or seawater on the mat for too long — rinse your FLXBL with fresh water after a beach session, as salt can dry out the rubber and sand can gradually wear the surface

Check out our Wash and care page and learn how to fully take care of your FLXBL.

The base of your FLXBL is made
from natural rubber — a genuine, plant-based material rather than synthetic
plastic. Over time, natural rubber naturally undergoes a process known as
rubber perishing: gradual surface wear caused by exposure to air, light and
use, which can result in small marks, light denting, or minor flaking at the
edges. This isn't a defect — it's simply how natural rubber ages, and it
doesn't affect the mat's grip or performance. It's part of what makes the FLXBL a genuinely natural, sustainable product rather than a synthetic one.

Tip: storing your mat away from direct
sunlight and heat, and letting it dry fully after use, will help slow this
natural process.

The FLXBL Reformer Mat is a thin, luxurious cover designed to fit on top of your Pilates reformer carriage. Just like our original yoga mat, it's made from the same natural rubber and moisture-absorbing microfiber — now in a 2 mm thickness specifically designed for reformer Pilates. It measures 68 x 56 cm, with a 26 x 19 cm head cutout for extra comfort during headrest exercises.

The mat measures 68 cm long by 56 cm wide, with a 2mm thickness. It also features a 26 cm long by 19 cm wide head cutout, designed to align comfortably with your reformer's headrest.

The Reformer Mat uses the exact same premium materials as the original FLXBL, but in a 2mm profile and a compact 68 x 56 cm size — made to fit precisely on your reformer's carriage without adding bulk or affecting your footing during exercises.

A FLXBL Reformer Mat offers several
benefits in one:

• Hygienic — creates a clean, personal layer between you and the carriage, ideal if you share equipment in a studio.
• Protects your reformer — shields the carriage upholstery from sweat, oils, and daily wear, helping it last longer.
• Soft, comfortable surface — cushions your body during every exercise.
• Extra grip when you need it — the moisture-absorbing microfiber gives you better traction during exercises where your hands get warm and sweaty.
• A luxurious feel — the soft, high-quality material upgrades the overall feel of your reformer sessions.
• A personal touch — instantly makes any reformer feel like it's your own, whether at home or in a shared studio.

No — quite the opposite. The microfiber surface actually grips better as it absorbs moisture, so you get more stability and traction exactly when your hands or feet start to sweat.

Absolutely. Because it creates a hygienic barrier between clients and the reformer, it's a simple way to offer a cleaner, more comfortable experience between sessions — while also protecting your equipment from long-term wear.

The same care instructions apply as for our original yoga mat — wash by hand or in the machine at 30°C or lower, without a spin cycle, and let it air dry away from direct sunlight. Check out our Wash and care page for the full instructions.

You have 14 days from receiving your
order to return it. To return your product, follow these steps:

1. Send an email to info@flxblyoga.com announcing that the
   product will be returned, and include your order number.
2. Add a document of your original order to the package — this can be a printed order confirmation or invoice. We'd like to receive the product in its original packaging.
3. Send the parcel to:
   FLXBL Yoga
   Luxemburgstraat 3a
   5061 JW, Oisterwijk
   The Netherlands

If your product was delivered in good
condition and you simply changed your mind, return shipping costs are for your
own account. If your product arrived faulty or damaged, we will reimburse your
return shipping costs — see below.

As soon as we've received your package
and the product meets the return conditions, we'll refund your original payment
to your bank account within 5 working days.

Please send an email to info@flxblyoga.com as soon as possible, along with a few photos of the issue. We'll get back to you within 2 working days with a suitable solution. In
this case, FLXBL Yoga will reimburse any shipping costs.

Yes — just send us an email at info@flxblyoga.com and let us know which color you'd like instead. We'll send you the new mat and cover the shipping costs. Please note that we
don't reimburse the shipping costs of returning the original mat in this case.

Just send an email to info@flxblyoga.com, or send us a message on Instagram @flxblyoga.

For orders within the European Union, no additional import duties or customs charges apply. For orders outside the EU (such as to the US, UK, Switzerland, or Canada), local import duties and/or taxes may apply, depending on the customs regulations of the destination country. These charges are billed separately and are outside of our control.

For everyday freshness, we recommend
hand-washing your FLXBL after every few sessions — it's gentle, quick, and
protects the bond between the mat's layers. Just use water or a yoga mat
cleaner, and only apply soft pressure while scrubbing the mat.

Want a deeper clean? You can also
machine-wash your FLXBL occasionally (for example, once every 10 to 15
sessions, or whenever it really needs it — such as visible dirt or after a
session with heavy sweating). Please note: because the layers of your FLXBL are
bonded together during production, washing it in the machine too frequently can
— over time — cause the bond to loosen slightly at the edges. So for the
longest lifespan, use the machine sparingly and hand-wash in between.

If you do machine-wash, make sure you:

• Wash separately from other laundry
• Wash at 30°C (86°F) or lower
• Turn off the spin cycle and any other dryer option
• Only use one drop of (natural) soap or no soap at all

Caution:

• Manually turn off any spin cycle or centrifuge option
• Don't use a tumble dryer or dry the mat on a heater/radiator
• Don't use (chemical) soaps or fabric softener

Your FLXBL will be quite wet after
washing — don't worry, the microfiber dries quickly. Let the mat air-dry in the
shower, bathtub, or somewhere else with a large towel underneath. If you dry it
outside, make sure it isn't in direct sunlight for long periods.

Don't expose the mat to direct sunlight
for too long. We encourage you to practice on your FLXBL outside on a hot day
as much as you like — just don't leave it lying in the sun for the rest of the
day, as this can cause the rubber to start curling at the edges.

Going on a trip or yoga retreat abroad?
Don't bring your FLXBL to a laundry service — wash it carefully by hand in the
shower instead.

Just send an email to info@flxblyoga.com, or send us a message on Instagram @flxblyoga.