I used this mat a few times. It's very soft to stand on but it is not very absorbent. After use I hung it over the side of the tub to dry. Second use it was still damp and cold when I stepped on it. I washed it in the machine, hoping that would make it more absorbent. It took 4 drying cycles to dry. It suggests low heat. On the third try I used high heat. It was still damp so I hung it to finish drying. On the next use it was still not very absorbent.