Entrance Matting……It’s interesting that one of the last elements to go into a building’s interior design is one of the first things a person sees when they enter.

Commercial entrance matting is often excluded from the design process. So when it’s time to turn over the building, the facilities manager will… contact their preferred supplier? Surf the internet? Contact their local flooring dealer? Call Allway Matting? If the interior designer doesn’t incorporate the entrance system or matting in the design… someone else will. While it is critically important that the entrance matting live up to its performance responsibilities, it is also essential that it fits in with its surroundings. commercial entrance matting Pattern, style and color are obvious determining factors for matting to aesthetically conform to the design. And of course, quality and size matter. What about shape?

When a rectangular box shaped mat suits the entrance, that’s easy. When it’s time to think out of the box, that’s Mats Inc. (Don’t get me wrong, we do boxes too.) For an entrance to look its best, rectangular may not be the right fit. Consider revolving doors, interiors with unique contours or lobbies with immediate access to stairways. commercial entrance matting We encourage interior designers to continue the creative process into the entrance matting with the superior quality products you can depend on for long-lasting beauty and exceptional performance from Allway Matting’s commercial entrance matting.

Although, floor mats are commonly considered as an afterthought when it comes to purchasing equipment for your business, they are actually an essential tool for you to have when setting up or upgrading your facility. Here is why floor mats are important in the workplace.

They’re More Hygienic

With staff and customers come in and out of the building, most businesses experience heavy foot traffic in certain areas. That means that these areas can generate a lot of dirt under ordinary circumstances and even more during wet weather.

Did you know that up to 12 times more dirt is tracked into your business when it rains? Unfortunately, it is not a simple matter of just mopping and vacuuming the floors. Believe it or not, less than 40% of dust and dirt can be removed with a vacuum cleaner.

If you want your business to be cleaner, floor mats are the best way to accomplish this.

You Only Have One Chance to Make a First Impression

According to research, 42% of customers report that they judge your business by the cleanliness of the floors. Therefore, if you want to impress potential customers, you must make sure that your floors are always well-maintained. By installing floor mats, you can extend the life of your floors and keep them from being damaged by dust, debris, and moisture tracked in from the outdoors.

Prevent Workplace Accidents

Slip accidents are one of the most common workplace injuries that cost Australian companies millions of dollars every year. The majority of these accidents occur on wet floors which is a hazard that could easily be prevented by something as simple as laying down floor mats in high traffic areas.

In addition to reducing the likelihood that your company faces a lawsuit as a result of a customer who slipped at your business, you can also avoid downtime caused by employees who suffer injuries. Not only do workplace accidents cost your company money, they can also have a negative impact on your reputation and brand.

Contact Allway Matting

From supply to install, from tile removing to screeding recesses, Allway will do what it takes to make your matting needs effective. To learn more about our products or to request a quote, call us on 1300 255 929 or send an email to sales@allway.com.au.

Just like the quality and durability of the floor mat used, the length of the entrance matting is also a crucial element when it comes to matting.

Some buildings have their entrances divided into sections like the interior, exterior and interim, making matting easier. However, not all buildings follow this structure. In that case, the length of the entrance matting matters. A lengthy entrance matting ensures that most of the floor is covered and protected too.

Here are 3 good reasons that would convince you why the length was entrance matting is vital.

Ensure There’s Enough Space to Clean The Footwear

When we enter a house, though the entrance doormat would be small, we ensure that our footwear is cleaned on the mat before we enter the house.

Well, this is not the case with buildings. None of us stop by the entrance to clean our footwear, do we? With a lengthy entrance mat, this problem is eliminated and the footwear gets cleaned by the time it’s walked upon through the length of the matting.

AllWay Matting recommends the entrance matting that is a minimum of 6 feet long. The mat should be placed vertically so that those who walk on it would walk on the mat onto the entrance of the building. If there are many, around 2000, people who pass through the entrance daily, we advise you to go for an entrance mat that is as long as 9-12m.

Better Moisture Control Of The Floor For Safety

The entrance matting is, often, seen as a floor protector. In most of the buildings, the entrance mats are used to protect the floor from potential dirt and moisture. In this case, if the mat is small, it would not serve the purpose of the product. The floor would get dirty, damp and also make the non-carpeted area soiled.

Since the disabled are also allowed inside, it is not to be overlooked that it takes at least a 2.5m long entrance matting to complete a wheelchair revolution.

If the moisture is not controlled, it could lead to hazardous situations and end up in accidents like falls, slips and trips. In worse cases, death can also be caused due to lack of moisture control on the floor.

Most Cost-effective Way to Clean The Floor

Having the complete entrance floor covered with entrance matting is perfect the most cost-effective way of keeping the floor clean and moisture-free.

The mats not only absorb dirt from the footwear, they also absorb the moisture from the floor, making it safe. With the carpets laid out, it becomes easier to clean the dust or debris from the floor. A good floor matting also ensures the longevity of the entrance floor, saving your expenses of maintaining the floor.

It is always better to have the whole surface of the entrance floor carpeted than getting a portion of the floor matted and worsen the condition of the floor. AllWay is one of the reliable sources of matting in Australia.

For more details, do write to us at https://www.allwaymatting.com.au/contact-us/ or call us at 1300 255 929.

So often the team at Allway Matting get asked, “what product do you recommend so that the edging does not break or curl?”. There are many answers for this, but the most common are;

Servicing the retail sector for many years, we know that first impressions really do count.

We understand that every retail space has its own individual brand and style. Flooring plays a big part in a customers’ overall shopping experience.

In the highly competitive world of retail, it is important to not only create an environment that is inviting and attractive, but also create an experience that will encourage customers to spend time and money in your store.  We have the experience to help you find and install the perfect flooring to match your unique retail space.

Your brand sets you apart, and flooring plays a key role in conveying your brand message, and reinforcing your brand image. Allway can help you create the perfect shopping environment, while still being practical and durable, in order to cope with high footfall.

Choose Allway for your retail floor, and you can be assured that the installation of your new floor will be completed by specialists, with over 20 years’ experience in the industry. We’re accustomed to working outside normal business hours to reduce disruption to your business and will go the extra mile to ensure your floor is finished to schedule.

For over half a decade we have supplied and installed retail flooring to multinational and independent retailers. We’ve installed 1000’s of commercial floors for apparel stores, convenience stores, supermarkets, and independent boutiques.

We offer:

• No disruption – all work completed outside trading hours, if required
• No hassle – we will move freestanding furniture and any freestanding fixtures
• Design advice – expert advice for design and technical product specification
• Complete flooring solutions – from planning to finish and all the stages in between

The personal approach to retail flooring – All of our clients work directly with a dedicated Project Manager who will personally oversee your project from quotation to installation. We believe this is the best approach and it’s one that has helped us to build strong relationships with a wide range of businesses and public-sector organisations over the past 23 years

Doormats for Schools and Education facilities are important to help save on replacing floor coverings each year. Allway matting can make sure that your school or education facilities has the correct entrance mats, anti-slip products and any other floor covering or floor safety product in place to make your learning environment safe.

Placing a door mat at entry points is a wonderful way to improve the environment. Your workplace is where you spend the better part of your day. It is important to ensure your workplace is well-maintained, clean, hygienic and aesthetically appealing too. This not only impacts the well-being of your employees, it helps to improve productivity too. A neat and clean workplace also creates the right impression on your customers and visitors.

Research shows that about 70% of dirt and dust in any building is brought in via pedestrians.

This makes selecting a quality OH&S approved matting system that traps dirt and dust, whilst drying the shoe, for your School imperative.

A potential slip can start with the mat moving on the floor surface causing a hump or uneven surface. A cleated backing is advised for greater stability on carpeted surfaces. These small rubber protrusions, moulded to the rubber backing, coalesce with the carpet fibres and greatly reduce movement. For greater stability on a tiled or smooth surface, a genuine rubber backed product with a smooth underside is recommended.

Many Mats only have a very thin edge which is simply a continuation of the backing. With constant foot traffic they slowly lift, causing the mat edges to curl or break. The exposed fibre is then subject to wear from the side causing delamination from the backing and a severe trip hazard.

With so many hundreds of matting products available, how do I know which one will work?

Products such as Entrano Premier #295 Entrance Matting have a moulded bevelled edge which is ramped up to the height of the matting fibre, causing a much stronger construction. These mats are sold with a 3 Year Warranty against edges curling!

Most Entrance Matting will work reasonably well when it’s brand new, but constant wear and heavy foot traffic flattens the fibre, making the top surface lose its brush effect and removing the high and low pattern which is what cleans the shoe. A mat that has flattened allows dirt to sit on top of the mat to be tracked on further by the next footstep.

Professional Matting consultants are now recommending Entrano Premier #295 which has rubber protruding from the backing up into the high parts of the pattern – underneath the fibre. These re-enforced mats do not flatten and provide the longest life and the best shoe clean.

Specifying the correct Entrance Mats can save you a lot of money from both an OH&S and a visual perspective.

Whether it’s an office, a restaurant or a retail store, there is no denying the fact that first impressions have a huge impact. And that first impression starts right at your door-step even before a visitor has entered the premises.

The right entry mat says a lot about you and your organization. It creates a positive image in the visitor’s mind and has an alluring and appealing effect.

Make Your Entrance Look Well-organized

A shabby entrance with fading floors is not the ideal way to welcome visitors and potential customers. Such an entrance creates an impression of negligence or poor fortunes of the company. Not many people will want to do business with such an organization.

An elegant entry mat in appropriate colours gives a neat and well-organized look to your entrance. This reflects your professionalism. It also creates a perception that you want your clients and visitors to feel welcome and happy while stepping into your premises.

Add to Your Brand Image

Elegant entry mats certainly go a long way in uplifting the image of your organization. Regular mats in shades that match your company colours not only add a touch of elegance but leave a lasting impression on your visitors’ minds.

You can also opt for customized entry mats that have your company logo embossed. Such mats make your organization instantly recognizable and help your business place stand out.

Keep Your Staff Happy

A well-maintained entrance with an elegant entry mat influences the mood of your staff too. Few people like walking into their office over an entrance that is dirty and ill-kept. A well-organized entrance with stylish rubber mats can perk up their mood.

They will be happy and eager to begin their day if they walk through an attractive entrance with elegant entry mats arranged with a few potted plants or suitable décor.

Show How Much You Care

A beautiful entry mat not only uplifts the image of your business but shows your concern for your visitors, clients and staff. The weather does not remain the same throughout the year and during the rainy season, placing an elegant entry mat shows your eye for detail and your caring nature.

With an entry mat, people can wipe their wet shoes or even dry their feet before entering your premises. This not only keeps them happy but makes your interiors look less dirty.