Hola Mamacita Playmat [Large]

Complete with the standard features of the Rudie Nudie playmats and picnic rugs:
- Soft top layer
- Waterproof bottom layer
- Machine washable
- Perfect for nappy-free playtime, messy play, picnics and beach time

Dimensions:
Regular = 90cm x 90cm
Large = 130cm x 130cm
Jumbo = 200cm x 200cm

When packaged:
Regular = 23cm x 23cm x 8cm (0.5kg)
Large = 34cm x 24cm x 8cm (0.9kg)
Jumbo = 30cm x 38cm x 15cm (2.1kg)

We ship worldwide from Australia. Orders placed before midday (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day, or the next business day.

For full details, check our Shipping Policy.

Returns Policy

We inspect every item before it leaves the warehouse. If your product arrives damaged or faulty, email hello@rudienudie.com.au within 7 days of delivery with a photo and we will replace it, refund it or credit you, whichever suits you best. You will not be asked to pay to return a faulty item.

Change of mind

You have 30 days from delivery to return an unused item in its original packaging for a refund or exchange. Email hello@rudienudie.com.au to start a return and we will confirm the right return address for your country. Return postage is at your cost and original shipping is not refunded. We recommend a tracked service, as we can only refund items that reach us.

United Kingdom and European Union customers

In addition to the 30-day policy above, you have a legal right to cancel your order for any reason within 14 days of the day you (or someone you nominate) receive it. That period runs over weekends and public holidays. You can also cancel at any time before your order is despatched for a full refund. To cancel, email hello@rudienudie.com.au with your order number; you do not need to give a reason. Return the item to us within 14 days of telling us, unused and in its original packaging. We will refund the price you paid, including the duties and VAT that were included in it and the original standard shipping charge, within 14 days of receiving the item back (or of you showing us proof of return postage). Return postage is at your cost unless the item is faulty.

Exchanges

Happy to swap for a different design within the 30-day window. Email us and we will arrange it. For UK and EU customers it is usually quicker to return for a refund and place a new order, as replacements ship from Australia.

Sale items

Items bought in a site-wide sale can be returned under the same 30-day policy. Final-sale or clearance items, clearly marked as such, cannot be refunded for change of mind. This does not affect your legal rights in the UK and EU.

Return addresses

Australia, United Kingdom, Europe and rest of world:
Rudie Nudie c/o Black Bear Fulfilment
159 Studley Ct
Derrimut VIC 3026
Australia

United States and Canada:
Rudie Nudie c/o SCF
1027 W 700 S, Suite 400
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
United States

Refunds

Once your return arrives and is checked, we will email you and process the refund to your original payment method. Card refunds can take a few business days to appear; if it has been longer than 10 business days, email us and we will chase it.

PRODUCT USES

How do the playmats and picnic rugs work?

Every Rudie Nudie playmat has three layers. The top layer is 100% soft cotton that absorbs spills instead of letting them pool [our picnic rugs use a hardwearing polyester top]. The middle is a light polyester padding for comfort. The bottom is a TPU coated polyester waterproof layer, so nothing seeps through to your floor, carpet or picnic grass. No PVC, no foam, no vinyl anywhere in the mat.

Which size playmat or picnic rug is best for me?

We have two sizes of playmats and one size of picnic rug - our regular playmat is 90 x 90cm, our large playmat is 130 x 130cm, and our jumbo picnic rug is 2 x 2m. They’re all waterproof so all stop the mess, and each one has slightly different uses:

Regular [90cm]:

• The perfect gift for a new bub!
• Great for young bubs with nappy-free playtime. This size is the quickest and easiest to wash and dry, so if you’re doing nappy-free playtime every day, it’s perfect.
• Perfect portable playmat to carry with you in the nappy/diaper bag - just wash when it gets dirty!
• Portable change mat for changes on the run or in the boot of the car.
• Great for toilet training - pop it on the couch when your little ones are first out of nappies, your couch will thank you! Or place it on top of the bottom sheet of the cot/bed. If they have an accident in the night, just remove the playmat instead of changing the whole bed.
• A great place to start for small indoor water play/sensory play set-ups.
• Keep your bottoms dry in the park when the grass is damp!

Large [130cm]:

• Also great for nappy-free playtime for bigger bubs on the move.
• Handy size for toilet training.
• Great for sensory play - get messy indoors and this will save your floors!
• Picnics in the park or at the beach.
• Beautiful playmat in your lounge or playroom.

Picnic Rug [2m]:

• The perfect accompaniment for outdoor picnics or beach adventures.
• Jumbo floor coverage for big messy/sensory play activities indoors.
  *Please note that the picnic rugs do take longer to dry due to their size. We recommend an extra spin cycle to make it easier.

How do I use the playmats for toilet training?

The playmats are great for toilet training - pop it under the potty or sit it on the couch as they always have accidents while watching TV (they get distracted and forget to go to the toilet!)

At night time, you can also put them on top of the fitted sheet so when they have an accident you peel off the playmat rather than having to change the whole bed.

How do I get started with sensory/messy play?

Sensory/messy play can be as simple as some cups and a saucepan filled with water. We do have a great blog post on this which you can read more here.

Are the playmats and picnic rugs suitable for the beach?

Yes! They’re perfect as a beach picnic rug, as they’ll protect bottoms from damp sand, but also the sand falls right off the back of the playmat, so you don’t have to take the whole beach home with you!

Are the playmats and picnic rugs reversible?

The underside of the playmats is a black fabric, so whilst they are waterproof either way, you won’t have your pretty Rudie Nudie design on top. Some people like to do some messy play with the black side facing up, to avoid staining the colourful side.

What size is the picnic rug when folded?

The picnic rug comes as 39 x 30 x 15cm originally but add quite a bit once that’s roughly folded. The drawstring backpack is big enough to fit a picnic rug in with a rough fold.

Where can I purchase a playmat or picnic rug?

You can order right here on our website, or we have a few beautiful stockists around Australia also. Please note that our stockists only sell our regular 90cm playmats, and you can see the full list of stockists here.

SAFETY AND MATERIALS

Are Rudie Nudie playmats waterproof or just water-resistant?

Genuinely waterproof. The bottom layer is a TPU coated waterproof barrier, not a spray-on coating. Liquid soaks into the absorbent top layers and cannot pass through. Follow the care instructions [cold wash, no dryer] and the waterproof layer keeps performing wash after wash.

Are Rudie Nudie playmats safe for babies?

Yes. Our playmats are independently tested to ASTM F963-23 toy safety and US CPSIA requirements. Lead: not detected. Phthalates: not detected. They also passed flammability testing, including after five washes, and are assessed as suitable for all ages. The top layer against your baby's skin is 100% cotton, and there is no PVC, foam or vinyl in the mat.

Who makes Rudie Nudie?

Rudie Nudie Designs is an Australian family business founded in 2018 by Jacqui, a mum who could not find a fuss-free waterproof mat for nappy-free time, so she made one. More than 1,700 five-star reviews later, our playmats are designed in Australia and loved by families around the world.

CARING FOR YOUR PLAYMATS AND PICNIC RUGS

What are the care instructions?

• Wash before use to improve absorbency
• Cold machine wash
• Do not use fabric softener
• Do not tumble dry
• Do not iron
• Do not bleach
• Do not dry clean
• Hang reverse side towards sun to prevent fading

We recommend a cold wash and hanging out to dry, as regular warm/hot washes and tumble drying can deteriorate the waterproof lining.

We also recommend an extra spin cycle for our jumbo picnic rugs. Being absorbent, the playmats and picnic rugs can hold quite a bit of water, but the extra spin for the jumbos will help reduce the dripping while drying, and help them to dry quicker.

We also recommend hanging out to dry as soon as you have used the playmat or picnic rug, as like anything, mould can form if it sits damp for a while, especially with the waterproof layer. If you can’t wash it straight after using, hang it up to dry until it can be washed.

I have seen others using paints, food colouring etc with their messy play. Will these stain the playmats?

Whilst our playmats tend to wash up very well most of the time, they can still stain as the top layer on the playmats is cotton and top layer on the picnic rugs is polyester. Even certain brands of washable paints can stain clothes, our playmats and our picnic rugs. Just remember though that the Rudie Nudie playmats and picnic rugs are built to help save the mess, so it’s better that the mat is stained, rather than your lovely carpet!

Can my playmat or picnic rug go in the dryer?

We don’t recommend the dryer as it can cause the waterproof lining to deteriorate. They do dry very quickly hanging up though!

Will the jumbo picnic rug fit into my washing machine?

They should be fine in all sizes of machines - they weigh approximately 1.6kg without the drawstring bag, and a 7kg washing machine can hold 7kg of dry washing.

Can my playmat or picnic rug be wiped clean?

Whilst you can wipe off any solid substances off the top of the playmats and picnic rugs, they are absorbent so they’re not wipeable like a plastic waterproof mat. Liquid will soak into them.

Are your products cruelty-free?

Yep! Our designs are 100% vegan and cruelty-free! No animals were harmed in the process of manufacturing our products, nor do any of our products, dyes, or packaging contain any animal ingredients whatsoever.

SHIPPING

What does shipping cost?

Within Australia: two flat rates, whether you order 1 playmat or 10 — Australia Post Standard $9.95 and Australia Post Express $14.95. Free standard shipping on Australian orders over $170.

United Kingdom: from £14.95, charged on parcel weight, with duties and VAT already included in the product price. Delivery is 6 to 15 business days.

Europe: from €18.95, charged on parcel weight, with duties and VAT already included in the product price. Delivery is 6 to 15 business days.

Full rate tables for every destination are on our shipping page.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes we do ship to most countries and you can see pricing options here.

I’m trying to order online but the website says you don’t ship to my country. Help!

Please email us at hello@rudienudie.com.au and we will do our best to help or find alternative shipping arrangements for you to explore.

What customs/taxes will I be charged if I order to my country?

United Kingdom and Europe: nothing. Duties and VAT are included in the price you see and are paid before your parcel ships, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.

United States and Canada: any duties or sales tax due are calculated and settled at checkout, so there is nothing extra to pay on delivery.

Australia: GST is included in the price shown.

Everywhere else: your country may charge import duty or tax when the parcel arrives. Those charges are set by your customs authority, not by us, so we recommend checking your local thresholds before ordering.

What kind of packaging do you use?

We're proud to say that our products and cardboard packaging are 100% plastic free and committed to sustainability.

Our items are shipped in Hero Compostable Mailers. That means you can enjoy your goodies guilt-free, knowing that they come in environmentally-friendly packaging.

You can see more here!

Can I send a playmat or Picnic Rug as a gift?

Yes you can! At checkout, you can select the gift wrap option. The two options include a beautiful Rudie Nudie gift box [for regular or large playmats] with a personalised message which we will include in a gift card or just a personalised gift card. There is a place to write a gift message to the recipient on the cart page. If you leave the card message blank, we will just send you a blank gift card for you to fill in. We never include invoices in any of our orders [saving trees!], so the recipient won’t know how generous you actually are!

RETURNS

Do you offer returns?

Yes. You have 30 days from delivery to change your mind. A refund or exchange is issued once the item and its packaging come back in the condition they were sent.

Customers in the United Kingdom and the European Union also have a statutory right to cancel within 14 days of delivery, in addition to our 30-day policy.

Please keep your tracking details as proof of return. The cost for return shipping will be at the cost of the purchaser.

Can I exchange my playmat, picnic rug, bib or wet bag for another design?

If the item is returned in original condition, then we can issue an exchange for another design when it's returned. Once your item is received, we will also send you an invoice for return postage — $9.95 within Australia, or the quoted cost for international exchanges — and if you’ve decided to exchange for a larger size, we can invoice you for the difference.

Is my playmat or picnic rug under warranty?

Whilst it is rare, occasionally we do see the odd minor fault in our playmats. Please notify us immediately if this happens at hello@rudienudie.com.au. Please include pictures and an explanation of the fault. We offer 12 months cover for any faults.

Please note that any damage due to wear and tear such as loose or snagged stitching, pilling, colour run from other items in the wash, fading, mould and damage caused by your washing machine will not be covered.

Will my playmat or picnic rug stay waterproof?

If you follow the correct care instructions, the playmats and picnic rugs will remain waterproof. Hot washes and tumble drying can cause the waterproof layer to deteriorate. We guarantee the waterproof layer for 6 months.

What do you do with returns?

All of our faulty returns are donated to Surfcoast Wildlife, who do an amazing job at caring for injured wildlife in the Surfcoast region near Torquay, Victoria.

You can see more about our commitment to sustainability here!

PAYMENT METHOD

Can I use more than one discount code at once?

Unfortunately not. Just like other online retailers, our system doesn’t allow this.

Can you provide me with a tax invoice?

Yes we can, please contact hello@rudienudie.com.au and we can organise one for you.