I am a cosmetologist and have used one for 35 years, You can read and see prices for a professional mat with a price up to $300. Mine has lasted for 30 years, has been flooded 5 or 6 times just pull up and let dry outside. These are wonderful, I caught mine on sale(these go on sale 2 or 3 times a year, do not need to be a professional to buy) for about $120.