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Why
WHY MATTES?
E.A. Mattes products are made from select, specially developed high quality
materials. The raw skins for Mattes sheepskin products are selected at the
place of origin by the company's own specialists to ensure adherence to its
strict standards. Thereafter they are dressed in the company's own tannery and
manufactured into finished goods in its manufacturing plant.
MATTES QUALITY
Why Mattes natural sheepskin...
Mattes is the world's leading sheepskin products company with unsurpassed
quality, functional attributes and appearance. The natural properties of
genuine sheepskin can not be imitated by products made of wool pile, and
especially not by artificial fiber products or foam products. There is NO
chemical treatment of the wool; this product is 100% natural. The extreme
density of the wool, combined with the upright position of the fibers, allows
air flow between the fibers for excellent circulation, which provides superior
padding and ideal pressure distribution. In addition, the design, which does
not have any seams through the wool in the saddle panel area, eliminates
rubbing, friction, chafing, pressure points and heat build-up on the horse's
skin. Natural sheepskin allows no bounce, but provides extremely high sweat
absorption, as its fibers are capable of absorbing eight times their own weight
in moisture before it even begins to feel wet.
Other functional materials and general design...
Mattes pads are designed to be form fitting, and to endure the rigors of both
riding and cleaning. You'll notice that the top line on all Mattes pads
incorporate a high wither with an anatomically correct curvature. This design
eliminates pinching or rubbing in the gullet area of the saddle, which can
often be a result of the "straight" top lines found on other pads. You'll also
notice the pommel area on every pad is overlapped with sheepskin. All Mattes
pads are designed this way to ensure the pad stays in place and does not shift
or slide. In addition, for the Correction System, the heavy-duty outer cotton
quilt, with the patented Mattes stitching pattern, has been combined with an
inner core made from no bounce PolyFlex, which has visco-elastic properties. A
material that will not rot, get lumpy or lose its firmness, even after numerous
washings, Poly-Flex still allows full airflow, unlike foam rubber. Combined
with the hand picked natural sheepskin, Mattes offers a saddle pad that's
functional and practical with easy care. All fasteners are Velcro and
easy-to-handle.
Light Flannel...
E.A. Mattes uses this Light Flannel Pad as an ideal addition to the PM System
Half Pad. It is made from extra strength cotton flannel, preshrunk and double
layered. Used in conjunction with the PM System Half Pad, it will protect the
sheepskin with minimal reduction in its properties. The material washes easily,
and if necessary, may be washed daily. The maximum shrinkage is 5% if correctly
treated.
Cactus-knitted...
For the grooming mitts, Mattes uses only knitted cactus. The characteristic of
the knitted variety is the loop structure. The loops rise up and create a much
rougher surface than the woven cloth variety. This way the cleaning is much
more effective.
Special washing liquid -MELP...
The Mattes liquid MELP is biodegradable. It is a highly concentrated mix of
washing agents and fat liquors used in the manufacture of Mattes skins. MELP
has regreasing properties, thus restoring the elasticity and other natural
properties of the wool, the leather, and also the textile materials used in the
products. It is also ideal for washing washable leather goods. It is imperative
to follow washing instructions. Most Mattes products are machine washable.
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