Camco 42806 Handy Mat, 5x6.5 ft Blue RV Patio Mat
Camco 42806 Handy Mat, 5x6.5 ft Blue RV Patio Mat — Product description
The Camco 42806 Handy Mat gives you a clean, dry place to stand the moment you step out the door. It rolls out to a full 5 by 6-1/2 feet of woven polypropylene, sheds water and sand, and rolls back up with built-in straps for quick storage. A simple piece of gear that earns its keep every trip.
The Camco 42806 Handy Mat gives you a clean, dry place to stand the second you step out the door. It rolls out to a full 5 feet by 6-1/2 feet, which is right about the size of the space just outside an RV entry or under a pull-out awning. Woven from polypropylene, it shrugs off spilled drinks, tracked-in sand, and the odd rain shower without soaking through.
Here's the thing about a good outdoor mat. It keeps the dirt outside where it belongs. Every campsite has that patch of dust or grass clippings or pine needles that ends up on your socks and then on the floor inside. Lay this mat down at the steps and most of that mess stops right there. Wipe your feet, kick off your sandals, and the inside of the camper stays a whole lot cleaner.
The polypropylene weave is the reason this thing works so well outdoors. It doesn't absorb water the way a cotton rug would, so a passing storm won't leave you with a heavy, sour-smelling mat. When it gets dirty, you just shake it out or hose it down and let it dry in the sun. That's it. No special cleaners, no machine wash cycle to worry about, and no waiting a full day for it to dry.
When it's time to pack up, the built-in straps and pockets make the job quick. Roll the mat from one end, cinch the straps, and it holds its shape in the storage bay or the bed of a truck. The pockets also give you a spot to weight the corners down so a gust off the water doesn't send your mat tumbling across the campground. There are no grommets on this one, so if you like to stake through metal rings, that's worth knowing up front.
The blue, turquoise, and green stripe pattern reads bright and clean without being loud. It's on the top face only. This is not a reversible mat, so the underside is plain, which honestly makes it easier to tell which way is up when you're setting up camp in a hurry. And those mid-tone colors hide the usual campsite grime a lot better than a solid light shade would.
People use these for a lot more than the RV steps. It makes a solid picnic mat for a day at the lake, a ground cover that keeps sand from working up through the weave at the beach, a sheet under a pair of camp chairs, or a shady spot for the dog to stretch out. Tailgaters like them because they roll up small and don't hold odors. If you spend time at the water or on the road, you'll find a dozen jobs for it.
Polypropylene also stands up to sun better than most natural fibers. Leave it out through a long weekend and the colors hold instead of fading to a washed-out gray after one season. It won't rot or mildew the way a woven natural mat can when it gets rolled up damp, though it's always smart to let any mat dry before you store it for a while.
At 5 by 6-1/2 feet, it's a comfortable size for two chairs and a small table, or one lounger with room to walk around it. The packaging is labeled in both English and French, so it's ready to travel if your trips take you north into Canada. For the money, it's about the easiest upgrade you can make to a campsite. It packs down small enough that there's no reason to leave it home, and it costs little enough that you won't think twice about tossing it in the truck for a weekend at the lake.
Key Features
- 5 ft x 6-1/2 ft footprint (60 x 78 in unfolded), sized to fit the patio space outside most RV doors and awnings
- Woven polypropylene construction sheds water and dries fast, so a rain shower won't leave a soggy, smelly mat
- Built-in straps roll and cinch the mat down for quick storage in a bay or truck bed
- Corner pockets give you a place to weight or anchor the mat against a gust of wind
- Blue, turquoise, and green stripe pattern hides campsite dirt and reads bright without being loud
- Single-sided pattern (not reversible) makes it easy to set it up top-side up every time
- No grommets, cleans with a quick shake-out or a hose-down and air dry
- English and French packaging, ready for trips across the Canadian border
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Camco reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Camco Handy Mat 42806 Patio Mat |
|---|---|
| Brand | Camco |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 42806 |
| UPC | 014717428064 |
| Length | 6-1/2 Foot (78 in) |
| Width | 5 Foot (60 in) |
| Unfolded Size | 60 x 78 Inch |
| Color | Blue/ Turquoise/ Green Stripes |
| Material | Polypropylene |
| Reversible | No |
| Grommets | Without Grommets |
| Straps | With Straps |
| Pockets | With Pockets |
| Storage Bag | No |
| Packaging Language | English/ French |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Camco Handy Mat?
It measures 5 feet wide by 6-1/2 feet long, folding out to 60 by 78 inches. That's a comfortable footprint for two camp chairs and a small table.
What is the mat made of?
Woven polypropylene. It doesn't absorb water the way a cotton rug does, so it sheds spills and rain and dries quickly in the sun.
Is the Camco 42806 reversible?
No. The blue, turquoise, and green stripe pattern is on the top face only, and the underside is plain.
Does it have grommets for staking?
No, there are no grommets. It uses built-in straps and pockets instead, and you can weight the corners to hold it in a breeze.
How do I clean it?
Shake it out or hose it down and let it air dry. Because polypropylene doesn't soak up water, there's no special cleaner or machine wash needed.
Does it come with a storage bag?
There's no separate storage bag, but the attached straps let you roll the mat and cinch it tight so it holds its shape in a storage bay or truck bed.
Can I leave it out in the rain?
Yes. The polypropylene weave sheds water and dries fast, so a passing shower won't leave you with a heavy, sour-smelling mat. Just let it dry before rolling it up for long-term storage.
What can I use it for besides the RV steps?
Plenty. It works as a picnic mat, a beach ground cover, a sheet under camp chairs, a tailgate mat, or a shady spot for the dog.
Will it fit under my RV awning?
The 5 by 6-1/2 ft size fits most awning patio spaces and leaves room for a couple of chairs and a small table outside the door.
