Walk Off Mats Functionality
Walk off mats, also known as entrance mats or entrance rugs, are mats placed at the entrance of a building or room to help reduce the amount of dirt, moisture, and debris that is tracked indoors. They are designed to provide a barrier between the outside elements and the interior floor surfaces, helping to keep floors clean and safe. These mats are typically made from durable materials like rubber, vinyl, or carpet fibres, and they come in various sizes, shapes, and designs to suit different entryways and aesthetics. The name “walk-off mat” comes from the idea that people can walk off any dirt or moisture from their shoes as they enter, minimizing the need for extensive cleaning inside. They’re commonly used in commercial settings like office buildings, hotels, and retail stores, as well as in residential spaces.
What makes a walk off mat to be called a walk off mat?
Our Walk off mats is designed to collect maximum dirt, debris, and moisture to avoid these being deposited inside the building. Most mats can be made walk off mats if they can be extended so that individual walk off for a while on the mat for while giving enough time for dirt scrapping, some walk off mats can be designed smaller but very effective in scrapping the dirt away.
Herewith is the list of effective walk off mats
- Beberpoint mats
- Star premium track insert mats
- Star spectra clean mats
- Contract fall walk off mats
- Cushion fall walk off mats
- Brush entrance mats
- Extra scraper mats
Beberpoint Walk Off Mats
Berberpoint mat is a type of entrance mat designed to effectively trap dirt, moisture, and debris at the entrance of a building. It is named after the Berber carpet from which the carpet made is made from, which is known for its durability and ability to hide dirt. Berberpoint mats typically feature a loop pile construction, which helps to scrape and trap dirt and moisture from shoes as people enter a building. These mats are commonly used in commercial and high-traffic areas where cleanliness and safety are priorities, such as office buildings, hotels, and shopping malls. They come in various sizes, colours, and designs to suit different aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
Closed Up Detailed Berberpoint Mat
Recessed Berberpoint Walk Off Mat
Circle Berberpoint Mats
Features of Beberpoint Mats
- Heavy commercial structured needle punch carpet that embodies durability and style.
- This carpet utilizes the Stainproof Miracle Fibre (Polypropylene), including a blend of Stainproof Miracle Fibre and Stainproof Fibre
- Material is Berberpoint 920
- Non-slip gripper back
- Popular for both interior walkways and reception areas providing a total dirt-barrier solution
- Also frequently used in recessed matwells in entrance areas
- Available with optional edging.
- Colours are specified with each order
- Suitable for glue down or lay to surface applications. Product Height: +/-7mm
- Suitable for high volume footfall in commercial locations
Benefits of Berberpoint Walk Off Mats
Berberpoint mats offer several features that make them popular choices for entrance areas in commercial and high-traffic environments:
- Effective Dirt and Moisture Trapping: Berberpoint mats are designed with a loop pile construction that effectively traps dirt, moisture, and debris from shoes, preventing them from being tracked further into the building. This helps to maintain cleanliness and safety indoors.
- Durable Construction: These mats are typically made from durable materials such as polypropylene or nylon, which are resistant to wear and tear even in high-traffic areas. This ensures that the mats can withstand heavy use over time without losing their effectiveness.
- Slip Resistance: Many Berberpoint mats feature a slip-resistant backing, which helps to keep the mat in place and reduces the risk of slips and falls, especially in wet conditions. This enhances safety for employees, customers, and visitors entering the building.
- Easy to Clean: Berberpoint mats are relatively easy to clean and maintain. They can often be vacuumed, or spot cleaned to remove dirt and stains, and some models may be machine washable for added convenience.
- Customizable Options: These mats come in a variety of sizes, colours, and designs to suit different aesthetic preferences and functional needs. Some manufacturers may also offer customization options, allowing businesses to add their logo or branding to the mat for a personalized touch.
- Environmentally Friendly Options: Some Berberpoint mats are made from recycled materials or are recyclable themselves, making them environmentally friendly choices for businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint.
Star Premium Track Insert Mats
Star premium track insert mats entrance matting is a heavy-duty modular interlocking tile system, offering exceptional durability. It is flexible, robust, effective, and competitive – combining all the key features of a successful entrance matting system at affordable pricing and with stylish aesthetics.
It provides the simplicity of modular tiles arriving in a box which can be easily connected together and installed using a safety knife. This makes measuring and installing so much simpler than the usual styles of entrance matting. Available in a plain tile for external use or accent bordering the system is a heel-proof open construction allowing effective dirt removal and can be rolled up for ease of cleaning the well beneath.
Features and Characteristics
- Premier track heavy-duty matting is ideal for installing in recessed entrance wells
- Each tile features approximately 80% recycled materials and is a stylish and resilient option featuring carpet inserts
- The crush resistant nylon carpet inserts are available in four versatile colours to complement surrounding colour schemes
- Each tile can be easily moved, cleaned or individual tiles replaced with ease. If one heavy-duty matting tile needs replacing, this can be done without needing to replace the whole entrance matting system
- Our heavy-duty matting has been fire tested to EN13501 Euro Classification B(F2) S2, slip tested to BS 7976-2:2002 Pendulum Test and comes with a 5-year guarantee
- Effectively removes moisture and debris, even from wheeled trolleys, without buckling
- Safe for high heeled footwear, heels won’t get stuck in the tiles
- Move, clean, or replace individual tiles they clip together with ease
- Easily cut to shape, so you can fit to any space and install faster with fewer specialist tools
- Ideal for recessed entrance wells
- Fire tested to BS EN 13501-1 and slip tested to BS 7676-2.
- Typical Building Sector: Commercial
- Typical Use: Entrances
- Warranty: 5 years
- Colour: Black, Blue, Bronze, Grey
- Material: Nylon, PVC
- Slip Resistant: Yes
Star Spectra Clean Walk Off Mats
Spectra clean is excellent for logo mats for use in high-traffic areas. These logo mats offer aggressive scraping action both indoors and outdoors. Your logo is inlaid into into the mat, producing a highly customizable design with razor-sharp clarity. Spectra Clean Mats can be manufactured up to 2.1m wide and virtually any length. UV-stabilizers make this logo mat resistant to fading, even in direct sunlight, as well as fast drying. The Spectra Clean Mat’s solution dyed fibre is coarse enough to enough to effectively clean moisture and dirt from shoes and hide the appearance of walking patterns.
Product Description
Material: 100% Polypropylene
Backing: Non-slip gripper back
Product Height: 11 mm
Product Weight: 2.8 kg/m2
Typical Applications: Interior or well covered exterior entrances.
Cleaning Method: Vacuum clean or brush vigorously on a regular basis
Contract Fall Walk Off Mats
Contract fall mats are specialized mats designed to provide impact absorption and reduce the risk of injury in the event of a fall. These mats are commonly used in healthcare settings, particularly in hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities, where there is a higher risk of patients or residents experiencing falls.
Key features of contract fall mats include:
- Impact Absorption: Contract fall mats are constructed with materials that absorb impact, such as high-density foam or gel, to cushion the fall and reduce the force exerted on the body upon impact.
- Low Profile: These mats are designed to have a low profile to minimize tripping hazards. They are typically placed alongside beds, chairs, or other areas where patients or residents are at risk of falling.
- Non-Slip Surface: The surface of contract fall mats is often textured or coated to provide traction and reduce the risk of slipping, especially when the mat is placed on smooth flooring surfaces.
- Easy to Clean: Contract fall mats are designed to be easy to clean and maintain, typically with waterproof and wipeable surfaces that can be sanitized between uses to prevent the spread of infections.
- Durable Construction: These mats are built to withstand repeated use and heavy-duty environments. They are often made from durable materials that can withstand pressure and impact without losing their effectiveness.
- Variety of Sizes and Designs: Contract fall mats come in a variety of sizes and designs to suit different needs and preferences. Some mats are designed to be placed alongside beds or chairs, while others may be larger and cover a larger area to create a safer environment in high-traffic areas.
- The resilient open loop design scrapes dirt from shoes allowing it to fall through the mat for easy cleaning.
Characteristics of contract fall walk off mats:
- Soft, compounded PVC looped surface traps dirt, debris, and moisture.
- Suitable for recessed matwells, featuring a non-slip mesh backing to prevent shrinkage.
- Can be custom printed with personalised logos or messages.
- Graphic inlay mats that don’t require any printing.
- Choose from 20 colours (colours may vary).
- Please note sizes larger than 1.2m in width will have a visible join.
Cushion Fall Walk Off Mats
Cushion fall mats are specially designed mats used to provide protection against injuries from falls, especially in environments where falls are common, such as playgrounds, gyms, or healthcare facilities. They are also used as walk off mats since they provide great scrapping capabilities. These mats are made from materials that absorb impact and provide a soft-landing surface to reduce the risk of injury.
Cushion fall walk off mats are a lighter version of contract fall mats since are less thick in terms of individual strands and general thickness. Thet are made from the same material hence cushion fall should be used in less traffic areas as compared to contract fall. Cushion fall mats are more high traffic than most known mats, therefore.
Pictorial comparison between Contract fall mats and Cushion fall mats.
Cushion fall has thinner strands
Contract fall has thicker strands
Tabular differences and similarities between contract fall mats and Cushion fall mats
Characteristics | Cushion Fall mats | Contract fall mats |
Thickness | 8mm | 15mm |
Weight | 4kg/sqm | 5.1kg/sqm |
Strands size | 3mm | 5mm |
Loop size | 2mm | 4mm |
Backing | Vinyl Backing | Vinyl Backing |
Cleaning method | Shakeout, vacuum, or hose wash | Shakeout, vacuum, or hose wash |
Applications | Indoor/outdoor mat well or loose lay with pvc edging | Indoor/outdoor mat well or loose lay with pvc edging |
There are 4 major differences between contract fall mats and cushion fall mats which is the weight of the mats, contract fall mats weigh more than the cushion fall mats, secondly contract fall mats is thicker and thirdly closed loop is for cushion fall mats is less than contract fall mats hence a contract fall has higher drainage abilities and lastly is the thickness of vinyl loops for cushion fall is thinner.
Cushion fall mats are also known as wayfarer mats or spaghetti light mats. It is a PVC vinyl loop mat with vinyl heavy duty backing suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Wayfarer is a vinyl-loop outdoor mat with a colour-coordinated solid-sheet vinyl back. The vinyl-loop design removes dirt and moisture from shoes and securely traps them beneath the mat’s surface. Wayfarer is specially designed to dry quickly and resist mildew making it the perfect mat for outdoor entrances, drinking fountains, and pool areas.
The free-lying mats are crimped, chamfered mats on all four sides. Vinyl loops remove dirt, water from the soles, and stop them in the mat, preventing them from being carried into the building. Wayfarer mats made of durable and flexible material resistant to UV rays work in any climate and adapt to any floor. The spaghetti mats do not absorb water. The Wayfarer line offers ground mats that guarantee excellent adhesion to the floor and groundless versions that allow water drainage. Slip resistance class: R11 according to DIN 51130 and BRG181. Free from DOP, DMF, substances that deplete the ozone layer, silicone, and heavy metals.
Recommended use of wayfarer outdoor mats:
- It is suitable for use in intensely used entrance areas.
- For use in internal and external entrance zones.
Care:
- Cleaning with a vacuum cleaner or spraying with a water jet.
Brush Entrance Mats
Product Description
Trio brush entrance mats are often made from durable materials such as rubber, polypropylene, or nylon, which are resistant to wear and tear and can withstand heavy foot traffic. They come in assorted sizes, shapes, and colours to suit different entryways and aesthetic preferences.
These mats play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and safety in commercial and residential settings by reducing the amount of dirt, moisture, and debris tracked indoors, thus prolonging the life of interior flooring, and minimizing the risk of slips and falls.
Trio brush entrance mats are specialized floor mats designed for use in entryways and high-traffic areas to help keep floors clean and safe. These mats typically feature a three-component design aimed at maximizing their effectiveness:
Zone 1
Scraping or Brushing Zone:
This is usually the first section of the mat encountered by foot traffic. It consists of stiff bristles or fibres that effectively scrape off and trap dirt, mud, and debris from shoes, preventing them from being tracked further into the building.
Zone 2
Trapping Zone:
The next zone is the scraping zone, there is a section designed to trap and hold the debris dislodged by the brushing zone. This area typically consists of a dense pile or textured surface that effectively captures and holds onto dirt and moisture.
Zone 3
Drying Zone:
The last section of the mat is intended to absorb any remaining moisture and ensure shoes are dry before entering the premises. This zone may feature absorbent materials like microfiber or carpet fibres that wick away moisture and help prevent slips and falls.
Technical Features
Material: 100% polypropylene needle ribs alternated with woven brush and drying stripes in polyamide.
Backing: Anti-slip latex
Thickness: 10mm
Product Weight: 3 kg/m²
Typical Applications: Interior or exterior fully covered facility entrances in a mat well or loose-lay with PVC edging.
Cleaning Method: Vacuum clean
Guarantee: 4 years
Suitable for: Glue-down or lay-to-surface applications.
Product Height: Product walk-off Height: 6-9mm
Recess preparation height: 8-10mm.
Ideal for: High-volume footfall in commercial locations.
Scraper Entrance Mats
Product description
Trio scraper mats are often made from durable materials such as rubber, polypropylene, or nylon, which are resistant to wear and tear and can withstand heavy foot traffic. They come in assorted sizes, shapes, and colours to suit different entryways and aesthetic preferences. By effectively removing dirt and moisture from footwear, trio scraper mats help to maintain cleanliness, protect interior flooring, and reduce the risk of slips and falls in commercial and residential settings.
Technical features of Scraper Mats
Material 100% polypropylene needle ribs alternated with woven brush and drying stripes in polyamide
Backing: Anti-slip latex
Thickness: 13mm
Product Weight: 3.5 kg/m²
Cleaning Method: Vacuum clean regularly
Guarantee: 5 years
Suitable for: Recessed matwells or lay-to-surface with bevelled edging applications
Edging: Optional
Suitable for: Glue-down or lay-to-surface applications
Product walk-off-Height: 6-9mm
Recess preparation height: 10-12mm
Application: Suitable for high-volume footfall in commercial locations
The same way Brush entrance mats are designed into Zoning the scraper mats are also designed to follow the zoning system as follows.
Trio scraper mats are a type of entrance mat designed to effectively remove dirt, debris, and moisture from footwear, helping to keep indoor spaces clean and safe. These mats typically feature a three-part construction that maximizes their cleaning efficiency:
Scraper Zone: The first section of the mat is designed with rigid bristles or scraping blades that aggressively remove dirt, mud, and other debris from the bottoms of shoes. This scraping action helps to dislodge larger particles before they can be tracked further indoors.
Trapping Zone: The next scraper zone, there is a section designed to trap and hold the debris dislodged by the scraping action. This zone typically features a dense pile or textured surface that effectively captures and retains dirt, preventing it from being spread across indoor surfaces.
Drying Zone: The last section of the mat is intended to absorb any remaining moisture and help dry shoes before entering the building. This zone may consist of absorbent materials such as microfiber or carpet fibres, which wick away moisture and help prevent slips and falls.
