Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a full-time nomad, the floor of your van is the frontline of your living space. In such a compact footprint, it doesn’t take much for the outside world—dirt, sand, and pet hair—to migrate from the entryway to your bed. This constant battle with grime isn’t just a chore; it’s a source of “small-space stress” that can make it difficult to truly relax and recharge.
Beyond cleanliness, there is the comfort factor. Most van floors are notoriously hard and lose heat rapidly, leading to those chilly, uninviting mornings during the winter and shoulder seasons. While radiant heating is a luxury for some, most travelers are left seeking a way to insulate their space and their feet.
Inhabit Design Works offers a premium solution designed specifically for the unique demands of van life. Their flooring mats bridge the gap between rugged durability and home-like comfort, making them an essential upgrade for any build.
Inhabit Design Works
Inhabit Design Works is located in Portland, Oregon. They make floor mats for a variety of production van models (Revel, Storyteller, Ekko, Solis, Launch/Terrain etc.) but they also make mats for custom vans built by DIYers and Professional Upfitters.
Addressing The Issues
Upgrading your van floor isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about enhancing the “livability” of your mobile home. By pairing Chilewich’s signature woven vinyl with high-performance backings, Inhabit Design Works has created a flooring system that balances rugged utility with a sophisticated, residential feel.
Here is why these mats are a game-changer for the modern nomad:
Unrivaled Underfoot Comfort
Standard van floors are notoriously unforgiving. Inhabit mats utilize a specialized TPO or Latex backing to provide a layer of “give” that feels soft yet supportive. If you’ve experienced Chilewich textiles in high-end homes, you already know the tactile quality—now imagine that same luxury underfoot every morning.
Superior Thermal Insulation
Stop the “morning shock” of a freezing floor. These mats act as a thermal barrier, preventing the exterior cold from radiating through your van’s chassis to your feet. It’s an essential layer of climate control that makes four-season travel significantly more comfortable.
Built for the Long Haul
Woven vinyl is famous for its resilience. Unlike wood or laminate, it won’t dent, chip, or scratch if you drop a heavy tool or drag in mountain bike gear. The dual-layer construction provides a “shield” for your van’s subfloor while maintaining its own pristine appearance for years.
Effortless Maintenance
While the texture looks sophisticated, it is surprisingly easy to maintain.
Daily: A quick sweep or vacuum (or even a leaf blower for the fun of it!) removes surface debris more effectively than textured factory floors.
Spot Clean: Simply wipe with a damp cloth. No specialized chemicals or expensive cleaners are required.
Deep Clean: Remove the mat, power wash with water only, let dry and return to the van.
The Modular Advantage
The most brilliant feature of the Inhabit system is its removability. The mats are designed in segments, allowing you to pull out specific sections—like the high-traffic cab area—for a quick shake-out or a power wash. Being able to deep-clean your “living room” floor in the driveway and snap it back into place keeps your van feeling fresh, not lived-in.
Refined Aesthetics
Function shouldn’t come at the expense of style. With a wide array of colors and patterns, these mats allow you to customize your interior. Whether you want a pop of modern color or a neutral, elegant weave, Inhabit elevates the entire visual profile of your build.
Before Inhabit Mats
Cold, Hard & Hard-To-Clean
After Inhabit Mats
Warm, Soft & Easy-To-Clean
Cost
Complete sets (cab, living area and garage) start at $1799 and go up to $2299+ depending on the model of van, production or custom layout, and color/pattern selection. Custom van builds cost a little more because they require an in-person sizing template.
The costs vary depending on how much of your van floor you want to cover. You can add sections incrementally to your van if you aren’t sure if you’re ready to invest in a full system.
While Inhabit’s mats are expensive, they are well worth the cost. If you cannot afford to purchase them all at once, you can purchase them in sections (cab, living area & garage) until you get the full system.
If you are building out a custom van and know that you will be putting Inhabit mats in your van build, you could go with a cheaper flooring material, knowing you’ll be covering it up with your stunning Inhabit mats!
How to Order
Production Vans:
If you have a production van, you can purchase mats directly from Inhabit’s website.
Custom Vans:
If you’re having a custom van built by an upfitter in the Portland, Oregon area, you may be able to have Inhabit template your van at the upfitters facility, you can either have the mats installed when you pick your van up or stop by Inhabit after picking your van up to have them do the install and answer any questions
If you’re at an Adventure Van Expo that Inhabit is attending, you may be able to have a template created (template appointments are limited) and either schedule a time to stop by Inhabit or have your mats shipped. Check out Inhabit’s Upcoming Show schedule for exact shows and dates.
For more information about their custom mats, including pricing, you can get in touch with them at: info@inhabitdesignworks.com or (503) 329-2141.
Would we recommend?
We HIGHLY recommend Inhabit’s mats. They are a true upgrade to any van as they improve the comfort, convenience, cleanliness and look of your van. They are expensive, but we would say they are worth every penny. After upgrading your suspension, these are the most noticeable upgrade you can make to your van.
Calico Van Discount/Offer
Calico Van does not receive any commission or compensation from Inhabit Design Works. However, they have given us a coupon code for a free accessory pack ($100 value) to extend to our community. The accessory pack includes door, dash & cup holder inserts made from the same material as their mats. It’s a nice way to add a little cushioning and rattle-reduction to your van!
Use CALICO at checkout to receive the free accessory pack when you purchase a floor mat product, excludes accessory purchases.
Note: At checkout you’ll see a $0.01 discount applied to your order, this indicates that the free accessory pack has been added.
