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A carpet guide for businesses

All businesses want to look good to their customers, but sometimes dirt, mud, and debris that's brought inside from the outside can ruin clean floors. Doormats can help eliminate this problem and keep your premises sparkling clean, even on the wettest days.

ContentsAnti-fatigue matsKitchen matsForklift matsEntrance matsLogo mats

Below we've outlined the different types of mats you can install in your business, so if you're in the market but not sure what to buy, keep reading.

Anti-fatigue mat

Standing for long periods of time ultimately has an effect on our bodies and therefore can make certain jobs uncomfortable for your staff. An anti-fatigue mat can help increase comfort levels to ensure employees are happy and relaxed while working.

Anti-fatigue mats can improve your workers' productivity and concentration by improving their posture and helping to minimize problems with swollen feet and ankles after a long day. The softer surface encourages small leg movements that improve posture and keep muscles and joints mobile. As the leg muscles relax and contract, it helps blood flow throughout the body, which means the heart has less work to do, leading to less fatigue.

Lighter anti-fatigue mat is more suited to retail and packaging environments where people are standing but moving around their workspace a bit.

Stronger anti-fatigue mats are much more suitable for industrial or hospital applications where staff members remain in the same position for very long periods of time, whether long surgeries or complex project work in a workshop.

Kitchen mat

Installing the right mat in your kitchen environment, from restaurants to schools, is very important so that you can comply with applicable health and safety requirements.

Heavy-duty kitchen rugs perform a variety of functions that increase safety and functionality in cooking, food preparation and storage areas. It's a simple and cost-effective way to keep your staff safe, protect floors and provide drainage in wet areas.

Forklift mat

Dirt accumulated on the forklift wheels can lead dirt and other debris to your premises. This not only makes your floors dirty and messy, but it can also cause a slipping hazard to anyone walking past, especially on rainy days.

Forklift mats help prevent this, as well as prevent any damage to your forklift or any goods it carries. Placing this type of mat where forklifts enter and leave the premises can prevent skidding by scraping and wiping the tires as they travel over the mat.

Entrance mat

It is one of the most common types of mats that can be found in businesses across the country. There are many types of entrance mats, including the ones we've described below:

  • Coir – a traditional type of mat made from coconut shells. Its durable construction makes it a great option for high traffic areas and public spaces such as clubs, pubs, offices and restaurants.
  • Cotton - ideal for light use around the home to wipe muddy pets' feet, boots and shoes. The cotton construction is super absorbent, flexible and can be rolled up and carried very easily.
  • Rubber – available in several patterns, including honeycomb and ribbed. It is ideal for intensive use, as its solid construction offers excellent resistance to crushing and dirt.
  • Microfiber – very absorbent and light, which means you can transport the mat from place to place more easily. The microfiber is very absorbent, but also dries very quickly, ready for reuse.
  • Ribbed – perfect for use in heavy-duty entrance areas, ribbed mat is attractive, durable and the ideal choice in large spaces such as airport floors. Most rugs made from this material are also UV resistant and flame retardant.

Each of these types of entrance mat materials are suitable for certain applications. If you want to install entrance mats in your business, it is best to think about the amount of traffic that will pass through it each day and the environment in which it will be placed. These factors can help you make an informed decision on the best fit type.

Logo mat

Having a logo mat at the entrance to your business can help keep all your staff and customers safe by ensuring floors are dry and clean at all times.

And, because an entrance mat is one of the first things customers see when they enter your premises, you can use it as a way to show off your business personality. By having your brand image imprinted at their feet, you can create a big impact in a professional way.

You can have your company logo printed on most types of entrance mats. You could even have it done to complement your signage to further extend your brand awareness.

Author Biography: First Mats began life as a specialist in safety mats, but has since grown into a full industrial and commercial supplies company. First Mats' goal is to provide safety-focused products that enhance staff well-being through quality approved products, backed by in-depth knowledge. www.firstmats.co.uk