Simply put, virgin vinyl is a first-generation material made with no reconditioned chemicals or additives. All ExactMats clear products are made from this pristine material.
In contrast, a lot of vinyl-based products that seem to be “clean” are made from old vinyl that has been broken down, blended together, and re-used to save manufacturers money. That means you can never really know what’s in it or where it came from.
An obvious downside of this old, re-used vinyl is a noticeable reduction in quality, which directly affects the clarity and/or smell of the product. By utilizing 100% virgin vinyl, ExactMats products are the clearest and cleanest available, with a formulation that makes them virtually indestructible, when used as intended. For our Home & Office line, our vinyl is specially formulated to be FDA-compliant, BPA- and phthalate-free ensuring safe use in kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas.