The magic of rubber floor mats.  Any individual with a child knows that wear and tear that the rubber floor mats in their vehicle can take.  Children seem to be magnets for messes and when they are strapped into their car seats it seems that the mats take the brunt of that. Spilled juice containers and wayward snack items like dry cereal or raisins seem to find a space on rubber floor mats.  Many parents don’t take the time to clean up after a mishap for one reason.  They really don’t have the time if they are busy keeping a toddler occupied. Over time the rubber floor mats will need to be replaced.  In addition to being the catch all for whatever children drop they also serve as protection against more natural elements.  Rubber floor mats collect snow, sleet, sand and dirt.  When it comes time to replace the rubber floor mats in your vehicle you have a few options available to you. One is to visit your local automotive supply store and pick up a new set of rubber floor mats.  These can be very inexpensive and generally come in several sizes which makes them appropriate for all vehicles.  These types of mats are generally generic and they won’t fit your vehicle perfectly.  They do provide adequate coverage and they are the least expensive choice. Another avenue to look into when you are replacing rubber floor mats is to visit the parts department of the car or truck dealer.  They will have the rubber floor mats that are specially made for your vehicle.  This is a more expensive choice than buying standard mats but because they are from the dealer, they are made to fit your vehicle to a tee. Still another choice in rubber floor mats is to have them custom made.  The reason that some people go this route is that you can pick out the color, style and material that the mats will be constructed from.  Rubber floor mats can be made from a thicker and sturdier material than you’d normally find at an automotive supply store or at a dealer.  People who spend a good deal of time in the elements often choose these types of rubber floor mats.  They offer more protection against snow and mud.  Replacing the rubber floor mats in your vehicle can give the interior a clean and new look.  Many people actually replace the mats before selling their car or truck because it makes such a good impression on potential sellers.