Entrance mats must remain clean as part of building maintenance to protect people from tracking in dirt, moisture and debris into your facility. Without Ultimate Mats , visitors would track in filth from outside that could accumulate over time and lead to the incursion of mold growth and bacteria into the facility.
Studies indicate that around 80% of dirt and debris enters a facility via shoes; by installing entrance mats, facility managers can dramatically decrease the amount of soil tracked into their building by visitors’ soles.
Prevents Slips and Falls
Entrance mats are essential components of floor safety in both your workplace and home environment, providing protection from dirt and moisture tracking in from outside as well as providing grip for visitors at the doorway.
An entrance mat that is carefully selected and strategically installed can reduce slips, trips and falls and protect your business from costly personal injury lawsuits that cost businesses billions each year in expenses related to these incidents.
When selecting the optimal mats for your business, several key elements must be taken into account. Some of these include your entrance type and size, climate conditions in your region and where they will be used.
Prevents Dirt from Tracking Into the Building
Installing entrance mats at every entryway to your facility can help trap dirt, dust and debris that would otherwise make its way inside – especially useful in wet climates where muddy shoes could make cleanup much more challenging!
Dirt is one of the primary contributors to maintenance issues on floors. Additionally, it can cause airborne particulate matter (PM), leading to poor indoor air quality and leading to respiratory irritation affecting both people and animals alike.
With careful planning and the appropriate product, it is possible to reduce this hazard for your business. A commercial entry mat can make an invaluable contribution to maintaining your facility by protecting against dirt accumulation while helping prevent slip and fall accidents.
Prevents Moisture from Tracking Into the Building
As temperatures fluctuate and rain accumulates, people often track in water and other liquids that can turn floors slippery. Entrance mats help collect this moisture before it enters buildings, thus decreasing risk of slipperiness and falls.
Selecting an entrance mat that suits the climate and goals of your facility depends on several factors. Rubber mats may be suitable for outdoor and wet environments while carpeted mats tend to work better indoors.
An effective entrance mat will prevent moisture from tracking into a building and reduce the possibility of mould and mildew growing on surfaces, but even with mats in place it may still be necessary to install a dehumidifier to ensure condensation does not form on windows and walls, providing a healthy and enjoyable atmosphere for visitors and staff.
Prevents Germs from Tracking Into the Building
As people enter your business or shop, their shoes bring dirt, dust, and moisture with them, which tracks onto carpet or tile surfaces and becomes lodged deep within these surfaces. In such a case, professional carpet and tile cleaning is needed immediately.
Entrance mats are an effective way to keep tracked-in contaminants from spreading throughout your facility and improve indoor air quality by reducing foreign matter on floors. Some entrance mats even feature antimicrobial technology which kills germs before they take hold, featuring active ingredients like silver that kill them on contact. Sanitizing floor mats make an excellent addition for commercial or industrial settings with high traffic areas like entrances, lobbies, hallways or lobby spaces; standard and oversized sizes ensure you can find one suitable for you!