Gun Mat Care

Posted by Cerus Gear

Scrubbing Cerus Gear ProMat with dish soap.

To ensure your ProMat lasts longer and performs optimally, proper cleaning is essential. Whether it’s caked-on solvent, gun oil, or just everyday grime from the workbench, knowing how to clean your gun cleaning mat the right way makes a big difference.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the safest and most effective method to wash your ProMat without damaging it—no guesswork, no shortcuts.

Step 1: Rinse

Rinse your ProMat with warm water to remove loose dirt and grime. Think of it like rinsing off a dirty plate before scrubbing. This step helps prep the surface for a deeper clean.

Step 2: Soap

Use dish soap and lather up your mat. Something like Dawn, which is advertised to cut through grease, is recommended for the best results. 

Tip: Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or anything abrasive like bleach or alcohol-based products. These can degrade the mat's material and cause the printed design to fade.

Step 3: Scrub

We like to rub the mat together to scrub on the really dirty spots. Brushes and the like can wear out the mat faster, but they do a better job at removing the built up oils and solvents. 

Step 4: Rinse (Again)

Get all the soap off. This can be a time consuming process, but it is important so the mat does not have a greasy feel to it. 

Pro Tip: Hold the mat at an angle while rinsing to help soap run off more easily.

Step 5: Dry

Hang dry or lay the mat out flat until it's dry. Avoid direct sunlight as this will cause the image to fade over time. A cool dry place will do the job; it should only take a night for the mat to dry out.

Important Notes: 
This is the BEST and RECOMMENDED way to clean your ProMat, there are others. While we can not guarantee or recommend it, some customers have used dishwashers and washing machines to clean their mats.  This will cause your mat to wear faster, and we don't know what it will do to your washing machine or dishwasher (or what your wife will do to you).

Conclusion

Taking a few extra minutes to rinse, scrub, and dry your ProMat properly will help preserve its design, grip, and durability over time. While other methods might seem quicker, nothing beats this recommended approach when it comes to keeping your mat looking sharp and working like new. Treat it right, and your ProMat will be ready for years of range days ahead.

Looking for more mats or gear built to last? Check out the full ProMat collection at Cerus Gear and gear up with confidence.

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