I Made a Driver's Side Floor Mat Protector, YAY - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

SkitterSkotter · 04-16-2013, 12:21 AM

EDIT: I also made a passenger side one as well!
SO I was kind of sad because after 8,041 miles my floor mat was looking rather awful. So then I got to thinking and after seeing this project:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25376
I thought I could do something similar but went well with the red inserts on the seat.

So I picked up a few items from the arts and crafts store and made this, tell me what you think. Included are a few photos to show how I made this little thing.:

It is removable, washable, durable, thick, and attaches very securely with Velcro.

1. Make a paperboard template for the bottom piece:

2. Measure desired difference between the two. I went in about 1cm (1/2 inch or 3/4 would look fine if you want more black to show:

3. Make sure it all fits and aligns well, then print off the 86 logo and cut it out carefully

4. Cut out the materials and make sure they align and look how you want them to:

5. Attach velcro strips to the back and apply to mat and enjoy.

Lastly, I used some fabric bond strips that melted with an iron. Don't worry, it's not cheap and once bonded they cannot be separated.
I've never worked with interior pieces before so it is looks iffy, let me know.

husker741 · 04-16-2013, 12:23 AM

mashal · 04-16-2013, 12:23 AM

It's meh, the 86 is nice

husker741 · 04-16-2013, 12:23 AM

Can you make me 2?

SkitterSkotter · 04-16-2013, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by husker741

Can you make me 2?

Would not be a problem, I can do this if you are actually interested.

husker741 · 04-16-2013, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by SkitterSkotter

Would not be a problem, I can do this if you are actually interested.

I think it looks great. How well does it match the red on the seats?

SkitterSkotter · 04-16-2013, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by husker741

I think it looks great. How well does it match the red on the seats?

It is 100% spot on, I was very happy. When the sun is out tomorrow I will snag some better photos with the mat next to the seat insert so you can get a better view. Not going to lie, they really make the interior look much more upscale. I'm also going to make a passenger's side one.

husker741 · 04-16-2013, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkitterSkotter

It is 100% spot on, I was very happy. When the sun is out tomorrow I will snag some better photos with the mat next to the seat insert so you can get a better view. Not going to lie, they really make the interior look much more upscale. I'm also going to make a passenger's side one.

Yeah, I think it adds a great contrast. How much would you charge for 2? I'd also want a passenger side.

husker741 · 04-16-2013, 12:30 AM

HOLDDDDD UP. Are you a Buffs fan? I'm not sure if I want one anymore...

SkitterSkotter · 04-16-2013, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by husker741

Yeah, I think it adds a great contrast. How much would you charge for 2? I'd also want a passenger side.

Not too much, I'd have to add up all the costs but it would be extremely reasonable, maybe like $50 for two, possibly less.

frslee · 04-16-2013, 12:35 AM

lol

i actually was making the same face as the gif picture and I saw it... haha

I should make one on my own on weekend.

husker741 · 04-16-2013, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SkitterSkotter

Not too much, I'd have to add up all the costs but it would be extremely reasonable, maybe like $50 for two, possibly less.

Sweet! Yeah I would definitely take 2. When you figure it out, shoot me a pm and we could go from there. What material did you use for the red? The only concern I have is that may get dirty or worn.

bdanisi · 04-16-2013, 12:53 AM

Yea I'd want 2.super sexy

Tuan · 04-16-2013, 02:25 AM

Looks great! I'd probably keep mine in black though..what's the material/where did you buy it?

04-16-2013, 12:21 AM	#1
SkitterSkotter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S (Hot Lava) Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 545 Thanks: 77 Thanked 349 Times in 137 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I Made a Driver's Side Floor Mat Protector, YAY EDIT: I also made a passenger side one as well! SO I was kind of sad because after 8,041 miles my floor mat was looking rather awful. So then I got to thinking and after seeing this project: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25376 I thought I could do something similar but went well with the red inserts on the seat. So I picked up a few items from the arts and crafts store and made this, tell me what you think. Included are a few photos to show how I made this little thing.: It is removable, washable, durable, thick, and attaches very securely with Velcro. 1. Make a paperboard template for the bottom piece: 2. Measure desired difference between the two. I went in about 1cm (1/2 inch or 3/4 would look fine if you want more black to show: 3. Make sure it all fits and aligns well, then print off the 86 logo and cut it out carefully 4. Cut out the materials and make sure they align and look how you want them to: 5. Attach velcro strips to the back and apply to mat and enjoy. Lastly, I used some fabric bond strips that melted with an iron. Don't worry, it's not cheap and once bonded they cannot be separated. I've never worked with interior pieces before so it is looks iffy, let me know. __________________ Last edited by SkitterSkotter; 04-16-2013 at 05:43 PM.

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04-16-2013, 12:23 AM	#2
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mashal DADA Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 2013 Location: Kanada Posts: 1,500 Thanks: 47 Thanked 388 Times in 249 Posts Mentioned: 10 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	It's meh, the 86 is nice

04-16-2013, 12:30 AM	#9
husker741 Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: 2013 Whiteout Scion FR-S 6MT Location: Gainesville, FL Posts: 3,272 Thanks: 1,278 Thanked 4,183 Times in 1,415 Posts Mentioned: 28 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	HOLDDDDD UP. Are you a Buffs fan? I'm not sure if I want one anymore...

04-16-2013, 12:35 AM	#11
frslee Just drive it Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: 13' FR-S Location: Maryland Posts: 1,122 Thanks: 97 Thanked 321 Times in 218 Posts Mentioned: 10 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	lol i actually was making the same face as the gif picture and I saw it... haha I should make one on my own on weekend.

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bdanisi You Made Bro? Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: Raven 86 Location: Laguna Niguel Posts: 520 Thanks: 134 Thanked 241 Times in 112 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Yea I'd want 2.super sexy

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