Dirt-repellent mats: the complete guide to choosing the right mat

Welcoming the public to an establishment must be done in good conditions. Your customers' first impression of your company is often the moment they step through your door. That's why you need to keep your reception area impeccably clean.

Dirt-repellent mats are an excellent way of keeping this area clean, whatever the season. Easy to install and maintain, NEOSOL , thespecialist in professional mat sales, tells you more about this high-performance floor covering.

What is a dirt-repellent mat used for?

Dirt-repellent mats are much more than just mats placed inside or outside premises. In fact, it's mainly used by companies receiving the public (ERP), because it is, as its name suggests, anti-dirt. It forms a barrier between the dirt outside and the cleanliness inside. It has therefore been designed and conceived to welcome the public in good conditions and keep the entrance to your establishment clean. That's why it must be chosen according to very specific criteria.

Entrance matting is not just a floor covering for cleanliness! It also serves many other purposes, such as conveying a good corporate image, communicating a message or protecting the public from accidents caused by wet floors.
Before we go into more detail on how to choose it, let's discover its advantages and the different textures it's made of.

Advantages of anti-dirt entrance mats

As stated, its main function is to reduce the penetration of dirt into your premises via the soles of passers-by. But there are other benefits too, suitable for a wide range of industries.

This mat is suitable for all types of environment: wet floors, slippery floors, high-traffic areas, etc. It picks up and absorbs over 80% of dirt from shoes, and has a thick sole to help keep passers-by and your employees safe from accidents and falls. The mat's fibers keep it in good condition despite heavy foot traffic. Anti-dirt mats are easy to wash, ensuring optimum hygiene.

At NEOSOL, we offer a range of professional mats, including industrial mats, customizable mats, gratings and dirt-repellent mats, to meet the needs of all professionals and private individuals, not forgetting PRMs (persons with reduced mobility).

What's more, some of our dirt-repellent mats are made in France from 100% recyclable fiber. They all meet strict specifications and safety standards. A further guarantee of quality to help you choose the best for you and your audience.

The different models and textures of dirt-repellent mats

Your company's environment and sector of activity will influence your choice of model. You can choose between absorbent, scratch-resistant or non-slip models. We offer a variety of designs and colors to match your decor. So you can combine the practical with the pleasurable!

1. Absorbent mats

The dirt-repellentabsorbent mat is ideal for humid and rainy environments. Its velvet texture absorbs moisture and acts as a barrier against water from outside. It blocks dirt from shoes and protects passers-by from slips and falls. High-performance, it helps keep your interior clean and dry.

2. Scratch mat

Made from rubber or natural coconut fiber, the anti-dirt scraper mat ensures maximum cleanliness in your establishment. It's not uncommon for people walking through the entrance to your premises to carry dirt, impurities or even mud under their soles in wet weather. It's a common occurrence and can damage your company's image. Keeping your entrance clean in any situation is possible with a scrubbing mat. Thanks to its scraping action and resistant fibers, this mat captures dirt in a single pass.

3. Anti-slip mat

The anti-slip mat prevents soiling and maintains a stable position even when the floor is damp. In addition to limiting the ingress of dirt and moisture caused by soles, the anti-slip mat reduces falls and accidents thanks to its grip on all types of floor. The combination of 2 actions: scraping and drying, makes this mat an all-in-one product.

Other criteria for choosing an anti-dirt mat

The choice of an anti-dirt mat depends on a number of criteria. First of all, you need to take into account your needs, then the frequency and frequency of use of your establishment, the location of the mat in your premises, its thickness and size, and finally its aesthetic appeal. We have detailed these 4 criteria to help you make the right choice in this article: choosing the right entrance mat.

As you can see, before investing in a dirt-repellent mat, it's important to be aware of the different models available and their characteristics. After all, it's not enough to choose the first mat you find on the market: you need to opt for a durable, top-quality floor covering, as NEOSOL offers.

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