How To DIY a Rainbow Doormat + Instantly Brighten Up Your Entryway

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"A welcome mat says a lot about your home. It's the first thing people see when they walk in or when they visit you," says top NYC event planner Jove Meyer. And as Jove points out, most of us are familiar with the traditional natural-looking rectangular doormat.

You may have also seen those stylish doormats shaped like rainbows, which are sold in home stores and look adorable on social media. 

"We can go from this natural look to this beautiful rainbow look with not so much effort," he says. 

Jove Meyer rainbow mat DIY before and after
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Keep reading for everything you'll need for the rainbow doormat DIY, plus simple-to-follow steps for making your own.

MATERIALS

Beige 18 in. x 30 in. Coir and Vinyl Door Mat

Beige 18 in. x 30 in. Coir and Vinyl Door Mat

The Home Depot
$10

Internet's Best Premium Utility Knife - Set of 2

Internet's Best Premium Utility Knife - Set of 2

Amazon
$14

Offidea Professional Woodworking Compass with Wing and Pencil Holder

Offidea Professional Woodworking Compass with Wing and Pencil Holder

Amazon
$14

1" Width Pro Gaff Gaffer's Tape

1" Width Pro Gaff Gaffer's Tape

Amazon
$14

Magicfly Outdoor Acrylic Paint, 30 Colors

Magicfly Outdoor Acrylic Paint, 30 Colors

Amazon
$39

COCODE Wooden Stencil Brush (Set of 3)

COCODE Wooden Stencil Brush (Set of 3)

Amazon
$9

Krylon Make It Last Clear Coat Sealer

Krylon Make It Last Clear Coat Sealer

Amazon
$9

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DIRECTIONS

1. On the backside of the mat, use the compass and pencil to measure and mark the arch of your rainbow. 

2. Carefully cut the mat into a rainbow shape using the utility knife.

3. Flip the mat face up and use the tape to create the arches where you don't want any color.

"You want a thicker tape for this, because it's a thicker fabric. A gaffing tape is perfect," Jove says.

4. Brush your desired paint colors between the tape arches to create a rainbow.

"If you're using your welcome mat outside, be sure to use outdoor paint and primer. If you're using it inside, you don't have to do that," Jove adds.

5. Once the paint is dry, gently remove the tape and spray the entire surface with sealer. (Make sure you do so in a well-ventilated area.)

6. Allow the sealer to dry completely.

See Jove's finished product in the video above!

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