A Floor Mat is used everywhere, whether it domestic or commercial doors floor mats used are universal in most cases and are used to
- Trap dirt
- Protect the floors
- Trap moisture
- To keep the area clean
Types of Floor Mat and Their Uses
- Entrance Mats
These mats are placed at the entrance of a building, they are ideally placed both on the inside and outside. Entrance mats are normally made from nylon, vinyl, polypropylene, or a combination of fabrics. Entrance mats help to reduce dirt from shoes before reaching unprotected floors.
Entrance mats also help to trap moisture and help to keep the floor dry, they have a rubber backing to prevent the mat from moving.
- Wiper Mats
Wiper mats are placed inside the entryway. Wiper mats are made of olefin or microfiber they require tough, resilient, and durable materials they are placed in an area that is prone to high traffic and heavy usage.
Wiper mats are used to absorb moisture and help to trap dirt and dust, wiper mats have a vinyl or rubber backing so that they will not move off their place or slide when stepped onto.
- Scraper Mats
Unlike wiper mats that are placed inside, scarper mats are used in combination with the wiper mats and are placed outside by the entrance. They are made from a heavy-duty and resilient material that can withstand extreme weather and temperatures.
Scraper mats are typically made from rubber material and used to scrape off debris and moisture from shoes. Scraper mats cannot scrape all the moisture hence the wiper mats. The wiper mat has a finer finishing which will trap the remaining moisture from the shoes
- Anti-fatigue Mats
Anti-fatigue floor mats are perfect for areas where people are likely to stand for a long time such as workstations, kitchens, retail counters, reception areas, laboratories even in the banking halls. Anti-fatigue can be used on wet and dry areas as they provide extra grip. Anti-fatigue mats help reduce stress on the feet, research has proven that where the employee is expected to work stand for a long period installing anti-fatigue mats improves productivity as they reduce worker fatigue.
- Drainage Mats
Drainage mats are typically made of rubber material and are mainly found in restaurant kitchens, garages, playgrounds, bathrooms, and the swimming pool area. Drainage mats have holes on them to let liquids pass through from the top floors through the drainage system.
Drainage mats help to keep the top floors dry and safe, they provide extra grip as they are as well slip-resistant. Drainage floor mats can be used both indoors and outdoors.
- Gym Floor Mats
Top gym floors are made from either Eva Foam or rubber they are shock and impact absorbers. Gym floors help to protect the users, floors, and equipment from any impact. Eva foam is very anti-fatigue and comfortable to lay on and is suitable for light exercises such as gymnastics and yoga.
Whereas rubber floors are for heavyweight exercises such as weight lifting, the thicker the rubber mat is the more impact absorbent it is. Rubber mats are waterproof, durable, slip-resistant, and at the same time anti-fatigue
Conclusion
Not all mats have the same functions and each type has its respective uses, using the right floor mat will help protect the floors from damage, and provide extra slip resistance, comfortability, and anti-fatigue.
Right matting will help to keep the inside floors clean and dry, it drastically reduces floor maintenance costs. Floor mats can be branded with the company`s logo or any other information thereby improving the company`s visibility and image.
Floor mats can also be used for promoting products. These promotional mats are typically laid by the supermarket`s counter areas or can be used on roadshows, workshops, and many other promotional events.
Floor mats are also used as temporary floorings mainly for outside events such as weddings. If you are looking to spice your area with the right floor mat, do not hesitate to get in touch with our team they are always ready to assist.
