Sleep Earthed Earthing Conductive Yoga Mat — 61cm × 183cm TPE, UK/EU/US Plug, Carry Bag Included

Grounded Yoga — What It Actually Adds to an Existing Practice

GroundingMatrix covers the peer-reviewed research most directly relevant to grounding yoga mats in our Science Index — specifically the Chevalier 2014 study published in the Open Journal of Preventive Medicine, which measured blood viscosity in subjects practising yoga on a conductive grounded mat versus a standard non-grounded mat. Subjects on the grounded mat showed measurable reductions in blood viscosity. The non-grounded group performing the same practice showed no equivalent reduction.

This study is the most directly relevant piece of grounding evidence for yoga mat products specifically — because it uses exactly the same format and practice context. The earth connection on the mat, not the yoga itself, produced the measured circulatory change. For yoga practitioners who already have an established practice, an earthing yoga mat adds the grounding variable to a session they were going to do anyway — no additional time, no additional habit, just a cord connecting an existing practice to the earth port of the nearest grounded outlet.

Sleep Earthed developed this product specifically in response to customer requests from yoga and meditation practitioners — a buyer-led product decision rather than a category expansion for its own sake. The conductive TPE foam surface allows skin contact during any pose that places bare hands, feet, or skin against the mat — which covers most yoga practice without modification.

An Important Transparency Note — Sourcing

GroundingMatrix considers it important to flag something Sleep Earthed themselves disclose directly on this product page: "As there are no UK or European manufacturers for this item, we have sourced this from the Far East." This distinguishes the yoga mat from Sleep Earthed's core product range — their earthing sheets, pillow cases, half sheets, and made-to-measure products are all manufactured at their own Herefordshire facility from UK-sourced organic cotton and silver thread. The yoga mat is a sourced product from an overseas manufacturer, assembled and sold under the Sleep Earthed brand.

GroundingMatrix presents this as a neutral fact rather than a criticism — the relevant questions are whether the product conducts reliably, whether the quality meets expectations for the price, and whether the plug and cord included are appropriate for the buyer's region. Sleep Earthed's transparency in disclosing the sourcing on the product page itself is the positive signal GroundingMatrix notes: a brand that discloses manufacturing provenance honestly rather than implying domestic manufacture across their full range.

For UK buyers who specifically want a grounding yoga mat manufactured in the UK, Sleep Earthed's own 80cm square Meditation Earthing Sheet — made from their UK-manufactured organic cotton silver thread fabric — provides a UK-made grounded floor surface for meditation and seated practice, though it doesn't replicate the full yoga mat dimensions or the TPE foam cushioning of this product.

The Conductive TPE Foam Surface — What It Means in Practice

The mat's conductive surface material is Thermo Plastic Elastomer (TPE) foam — the same base material used in the Grounding Essentials Grounding Yoga Mat reviewed separately in the GroundingMatrix Grounding Yoga Mats category. TPE foam provides the cushioning, grip, and flexibility that yoga practice requires. The conductive modification allows free electron transfer from the outlet's earth connection through the foam surface to any skin contact point during practice.

GroundingMatrix's standard material transparency note: the specific conductive additive within the TPE foam — carbon compound type, concentration — isn't disclosed at the product specification level. The product page confirms it is conductive and includes a grounding connection point. Buyers who want specific material composition detail should contact Sleep Earthed directly at 01527 522 522 — Steve Dalloway's team is specifically known for answering technical product questions directly, which is a practical advantage over brands with email-only support.

The non-slip blue underside is a practical detail worth noting: yoga mat grip on smooth floors matters for safety during dynamic poses. The distinct blue underside visible in product photography confirms the mat has a dedicated non-slip layer rather than relying on the conductive surface for both functions.

Plug Options — UK, EU, and US Available

The mat is available with three plug options at checkout: UK three-pin plug, EU two-pin plug, or US plug — each with the same 4.5m (approximately 14.8 feet) earth cable included. This three-region coverage makes the mat directly usable for UK buyers, European buyers ordering from the Sleep Earthed site, and international buyers including US customers who want a UK-stocked product in US plug format.

GroundingMatrix's standard outlet verification reminder applies: use a socket tester before connecting any grounding product — Sleep Earthed sells their own UK Earth Socket Tester at £10.98 as a companion product. The earth pin in the outlet must be functioning for any grounding product to work, regardless of the quality of the mat or cable.

Sleep Earthed specifically notes that the socket can remain switched off — or can even be left plugged in permanently — since the mat uses only the earth pin and draws no electrical power. Leaving it plugged in between sessions removes the daily connection step entirely.

Versatile Use — Beyond Yoga

Sleep Earthed lists several use cases beyond formal yoga practice: meditation, watching TV, relaxing on the floor, and pet use. GroundingMatrix covers each of these honestly rather than as marketing expansion:

Meditation: Seated or lying meditation on the mat provides grounding contact through any skin contact with the conductive surface — hands, feet, or cross-legged leg contact. The 61 × 183cm dimensions give more room than most dedicated meditation cushion setups.

TV or couch-adjacent use: The mat laid on the floor in front of a sofa with bare feet resting on it provides grounding contact during seated evening time — effectively the same function as a compact desk mat but in a larger format at floor level.

Pets: Sleep Earthed notes the mat can be used by pets. GroundingMatrix covers the general pet grounding context in our Grounding for Pets category — the conductive surface is safe for animal contact and the mechanism applies to animals as it does to humans. The large format accommodates most dog sizes comfortably.

Post-exercise recovery: The timing research covered in GroundingMatrix's timing guide identifies the post-exercise window as one of the most mechanistically targeted grounding opportunities. Lying on the mat after a yoga session or workout — maintaining grounded contact during the cool-down — puts the earth connection in place exactly when the inflammation mechanism makes it most relevant.

The Carry Bag — Practical for Travel and Studio Use

The mat rolls and fits into the included carry bag — the same format as any standard travel yoga mat. For buyers who attend yoga studios, outdoor yoga sessions, or travel regularly, the carry bag converts the earthing yoga mat into a portable grounding option that moves with the practice rather than being fixed to one room.

GroundingMatrix's travel grounding guide covers the logistics of maintaining grounding practice during travel — the carry bag and three-region plug options make this mat one of the more practically travel-ready grounding products in the index. A UK buyer travelling to Europe can purchase the EU plug version and use it at any grounded European outlet without a separate adapter.

Weight is 1.781 kg — heavier than some compact portable mats but consistent with a full-size yoga mat that includes a conductive foam layer above standard thickness.

How This Compares to the Other Grounding Yoga Mat in the Index

GroundingMatrix currently reviews two dedicated grounding yoga mats: this Sleep Earthed mat and the Grounding Essentials Grounding Yoga Mat at €147. Both are 61 × 183cm with TPE foam construction and a conductive surface. The key differences GroundingMatrix considers worth flagging for buyers choosing between them:

The Sleep Earthed mat (from £74.94) includes UK, EU, and US plug options at checkout and a carry bag with a 4.5m cable. It comes from the UK's only earthing sheet manufacturer, stocked by a brand with direct phone support at 01527 522 522. The Grounding Essentials mat (€147) is EUR-native priced with eight European language support and a 100-day guarantee, shipped from Spain via DHL. Both are sourced from the Far East for the yoga mat specifically — Sleep Earthed discloses this directly, Grounding Essentials doesn't address manufacturing provenance on their product page.

For UK buyers who want to purchase in GBP with a UK plug included and UK phone support accessible: Sleep Earthed is the more natural choice. For European buyers who want EUR pricing and a longer guarantee: Grounding Essentials. Use the GroundingMatrix Comparison Tool to place both side by side on scored criteria.

What's in the Box

• 1x Sleep Earthed Earthing Conductive Yoga Mat (61cm × 183cm, black conductive surface / blue non-slip underside)
• 1x Carry bag
• 1x Earth plug (UK, EU, or US as selected at checkout)
• 1x 4.5m earth cable

From £74.94. Sale pricing active — check sleepearthed.co.uk for current price. Free mainland UK delivery via FedEx. 10% off with code SUMMER10. 90-day money-back guarantee. Sourced from the Far East — disclosed by Sleep Earthed on the product page.

Care Instructions

Wipe the conductive surface clean with mild soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not machine wash or submerge. Allow to dry fully before rolling for storage. Keep away from harsh chemical cleaners that may degrade the TPE foam surface or the conductive properties. Store rolled in the included carry bag away from direct sunlight and heat sources — prolonged UV exposure can degrade TPE foam over time. The non-slip blue underside can be wiped clean with the same mild soapy water solution.

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   Step 1

   Select your plug at checkout

   Choose UK, EU, or US plug to match your wall outlet. The 4.5m cable is included with all three options.
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   Step 2

   Test your socket

   Use a socket tester — Sleep Earthed's UK Earth Socket Tester at £10.98 or any outlet tester — to confirm the wall socket has a functioning earth connection before connecting the mat.
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   Step 3

   Unroll the mat, blue side down

   Place the mat on your practice floor with the blue non-slip surface facing down and the black conductive surface facing up. The blue side grips the floor; the black side is what you practice on.
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   Step 4

   Connect the cable

   Attach the 4.5m earth cable to the mat's connection point. Plug into the earth pin of your verified grounded socket. The socket can remain switched off — only the earth pin is used and no electrical power is drawn.
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   Step 5

   Practice with direct skin contact

   Bare feet, hands, forearms, or any skin contact with the black surface completes the grounding circuit. Natural fibre yoga clothing allows some conductivity through moisture once you warm up. Fully synthetic yoga wear on every contact point reduces the effect.
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   Step 6

   Leave it plugged in between sessions

   Sleep Earthed specifically notes there's no need to unplug between uses. Leaving it connected means zero setup for the next session — unroll, practice, re-roll.
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   Step 7

   Wipe clean after practice

   A quick wipe with a mild soapy damp cloth removes sweat and body oil from the conductive surface. Air dry before rolling. Prevents residue buildup that gradually reduces conductivity.

I practice Ashtanga four mornings a week and have been using a Sleep Earthed fitted earthing sheet at night for about six months. Found the yoga mat on the Sleep Earthed site after reading about the Chevalier blood viscosity study on GroundingMatrix — the research specifically studied yoga on a grounded mat, which made the product directly relevant rather than just a mat-shaped grounding accessory. Ordered the UK plug version. Arrived in two days via FedEx. The mat is noticeably heavier than my standard yoga mat which I wasn't expecting — the 1.7kg is solid, it stays flat without needing to warm up. Non-slip underside holds well on my hardwood floor. Connected the cable to the socket in the corner of my practice room, left it switched off as Steve Dalloway's instructions suggest, left it plugged in permanently. Fourteen sessions in — the difference I notice most clearly is during savasana at the end of practice. There's a quality of stillness in that final pose that hasn't been there before. I'm being careful not to attribute too much to one variable. But I've practiced in the same space with the same routine for two years and the post-practice feeling has shifted in a way I'm not comfortable dismissing. One thing for buyers: the carry bag zip is quite stiff initially — give it a few uses before judging it. The mat itself is excellent.