Griha Pravesh & Diwali Gift Ideas: Why a Doormat Makes a Thoughtful Housewarming Gift
Griha pravesh and Diwali often arrive together. October and November are some of the busiest months for moving into a new home, and the festive season means plenty of housewarming visits. If you're wondering what to bring, here's why a doormat is one of the most practical and thoughtful gifts you can give.
Why a Doormat Makes a Good Housewarming Gift
A new home needs a lot of things, and the doormat is one of the first that gets used. It sits at the main door, greets every guest, and keeps dust and dirt from coming inside. It's useful from day one, and every time your friends step through their front door, they'll see it and remember who gave it to them.
Personalised Family-Name Mats
A personalised family-name mat makes a one-of-a-kind griha pravesh gift
For a griha pravesh, a personalised doormat with the family name, house name or initials is a gift that feels made just for them. Choose a design, add your text, and it becomes a one-of-a-kind welcome for their new home. See our personalised doormats.
Welcome Mats for Every Style
A bright welcome mat is a safe choice when you don't know the family's taste
If you don't know the family's taste, a classic welcome mat is a safe choice. The Welcome Floral is bright and cheerful, the Tree welcome has a calm, natural look, and the Tulip welcome is a pretty floral greeting. Browse all our welcome doormats.
Festive Colour for Diwali
The Mandala, our bestseller, brings festive colour to the doorstep
For a Diwali visit, the Mandala, our bestseller, brings festive colour that goes beautifully with rangoli and diyas. Victorian Roses is another favourite for a classic floral look.
Picking the Right Size
- 40 x 60 cm: fits most single doors, including most apartment doors
- 45 x 75 cm: for wider main doors
- 120 x 40 cm: for double doors and wide entrances
If you're not sure, 40 x 60 cm is the safest choice for most flats.
A Few Gifting Tips
- Choose a design that suits the entrance: calm, natural designs suit most homes; colourful designs suit families who love bold decor.
- Coir mats are for covered entrances: coir is best under a porch, sit-out or overhang, or just inside the main door. For an open, rainy entrance, choose a rubber-and-coir mat.
- Add a care note: coir mats only need a shake, brush or vacuum. See our care instructions.
Make Their First Welcome a Warm One
A doormat is a simple gift, but it's one the family will use every single day in their new home. Explore our welcome doormats and personalised mats. Shipping is free across India.