Habitat Mat - Town Play Mat - The Community

Habitat Mat – The Community | Town Play Mat

Imaginative town adventures, every day.

Welcome to The Community – the illustrated town you’ll wish you could live in! The Habitat Community Town Play Mat is packed with everything kids need to create endless small-world adventures, from bustling emergency services to parks, shops, a train line and a school. There's even a community garden, EV chargers and solar panels - helping encourage conversations about sustainability and real-world living.

• Designed for everyday play: Perfect for re-enacting daily routines like school drop-off, library visits and trips to the park - especially important for toddlers building confidence through roleplay.

• Big adventures in a small world: Whether it’s giant imaginary city scenes, walking to kinder/school or a classic traffic jam, there’s no limit to the stories kids can create.

• Encourages real-world learning: Supports discussions around community life, safety and sustainability, using the mat’s detailed illustrations as prompts.

• Durable and practical: Lightweight, easy to roll up, wipe clean and store - ideal for home, childcare, school or outdoor play. 

• Australian-designed: Featuring thoughtful details that kids (and parents) will love, all made to ignite curiosity, creativity and connection.

The Habitat Community Town Play Mat is more than a play surface -it's a launchpad for imagination, learning and everyday adventures, all while building awareness of the world around us.

Size: 1.8m x 1.4m

Instore: Not onsite, order online for click and collect, 2-hour delivery or free local delivery. 

Shipping: Every Habitat Mat is shipped in a durable custom storage tube. When not in use, simply roll your mat and put it inside the tube to store. It will unroll again completely flat - no matter how long it was rolled!

Care instructions

With proper care, your Habitat Mat should last years, if not decades!

Store your mat in its custom tube when not in use.

Minor marks can be spot cleaned with water and a mild soap on a damp cloth.

For a deeper clean, Habitat Mats are 100% machine washable. Use an everyday cold wash cycle with a mild detergent. Line dry outdoors.

• Do not iron directly on surface or backing
• Do not tumble dry
• Do not dry clean
• Do not bleach or soak for long periods
• Do not rub vigorously, use abrasive materials or harsh chemicals
• Do not use near fire or other sources of heat, such as a fireplace or radiator
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for extended periods of time
• Beware of using sharp objects near mat

FAQs

What are Habitat Mats made from?
Habitat Mats are made from non-toxic BPA-free, latex-free and silicone-free neoprene with a textured natural rubber backing. All materials are non-toxic and safe for children. For those with latex allergies - Habitat Mats are safe for you too; no latex products are used in our mats. Neoprene is a wonder material when it comes to play mats! It is durable, machine-washable, rolls out completely flat and is comfortable to play on!  

What ages are Habitat Mats for?
Habitat Mats are safe from infancy, however our designs encourage imaginative play which developmentally begins at around 18 months of age and continues throughout childhood. As a general guide, we recommend Habitat Mats for ages 2-8.

How do I store my Habitat Mat?
Habitat Mats are shipped to you in a custom cardboard tube which should be retained for storage. No matter how long they are rolled inside their tube, Habitat Mats roll out completely flat.