Chemistry laboratories: which type of mat is right for you?

Fire, explosion, health hazards... Handling chemicals in laboratories is not without risk for employees. To ensure the safety of your teams and the cleanliness of your premises, the installation of a professional floor mat is recommended. What floor covering and entrance mat should you choose? NEOSOL advises you.

Professional entrance mats for chemical laboratories

Chemical laboratories have to comply with strict hygiene and safety standards. That's why many companies choose to install a disinfectant mat at the entrance to their premises. This is an effective solution for preventing contamination. Durable and resistant, this product :

• retains dust and pollutants thanks to its flexible spikes on the surface;

• intercepts bacteria, mold and other contaminants;
• has raised edges to contain a disinfectant solution (chlorine, iodine, quartenaire ammonium, etc.).

A complementary product is the self-adhesiveanti-contamination mat. Its purpose is to capture dirt, fine dust and other contaminants from shoes and carts, and limit the entry of microbes and moulds into the premises. The advantage? It's made up of single-use sheets. Once the sheet has been used up, simply peel it off to make way for a new, ready-to-use sheet. What's more, each element is coated with an anti-microbial agent.

If you want to combine hygiene, safety and aesthetics, you can invest in a customizable disinfection mat. This means you can customize your matting to suit your needs: logo, drawing, images or message to inform about hygiene rules.

Good to know: some mat disinfectant liquids, like the one offered by NEOSOL, can kill bacteria, fungi and viruses (notably the Covid-19).

Also read: Chemical and electrical hazards in industry

Laboratory interiors: professional floor coverings

Inside a laboratory, a chemical-resistant mat is ideal. Made from virgin nitrile rubber, this professional mat won't deteriorate when exposed to chemicals. It is available with an ESD option to control electrostatic discharge.

Another alternative: anti-slip grating. Strong, durable and of premium quality, it resists greasy, oily and chemical products, and ensures a dry surface thanks to bevelled edges and drainage holes. Its installation in chemical laboratories prevents the risk of slips and falls, enabling your teams to work in complete safety. What's more? It reduces fatigue linked to prolonged work on a hard floor.

Looking to renovate your chemical laboratories? Vinyl flooringis theideal choice, as it blends in easily with your premises and has an elegant pastillé pattern finish. Easy to install, it resists tearing and guarantees long life.

See also: Why choose a professional floor mat for your laboratory?

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