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Clean hockey equipment emits a unique, unpleasant smell, and that smell has even earned its own name - "rink stink!" In addition to burning your nostrils, rink stink can make you feel uneasy. This is caused by bacteria that build up on hockey equipment, such as blood, sweat, and dirt. Plus, it smells terrible and can spread infections. The only way to effectively deal with rink stink is to take preventable measures using Matguard products specifically designed for hockey equipment.    How to Prevent “Rink Stink”   Fighting rink stink begins with prevention. Here are some methods to prevent the stench...

The smell of hockey equipment is notorious. It's not uncommon for everything to be drenched in sweat after a game because of the thick layers of padding. The problem is that most players throw everything into their hockey bag, zip it up, and don't open it until they need it again, which allows moisture and germs to flourish. Follow these simple tips to ensure your hockey equipment smells great and lasts a long time! YOUR BEST DEFENSE AGAINST ODOR IS OFFENSE Without a very active cleaning regimen, it's difficult to clean and keep hockey equipment clean once it's really stinky....

Football season is here! This season, don’t let skin disease or even COVID get in the way. The smallest issue can end up causing your team to miss games and negatively affect your season. It is important this season to play it safe. Protecting athletes from skin infections and maintaining proper skin hygiene, while also keeping helmets and pads clean, are both crucial parts of the game. Use Matguard and don’t miss a game this season. Developed with FDA regulation, Matguard's products kill both MRSA and Ringworm. Matguard has been proven to be effective against a broad spectrum of germs...

Did you know that Matguard cleans more than just helmets, pads, and mats? Originally aimed at the wrestling market, our product can be used universally! Everything from wrestling, football, hockey, gyms and studios, home and office, rental shops, first responders, medical settings, schools, MMA, construction sites, and yoga, Matguard is the product that has you covered.  Particularly this summer, use Yoga Matguard Wipes, Matguard Body Wipes, or Yoga Matguard Spray to enhance your yoga experience! Gym mats and yoga mats are rarely cleaned, which can have a negative impact on your skin. That’s where Matguard comes in. On skin as...