Not all entrance mats are made equal! Different types of mat fibres perform different functions, so it’s important to choose the right material for the job.

Cheap indoor mats achieve their ultra-low price point by cutting corners.  Thin, floppy backing, no proper edging on the sides, and cheap fibre construction all add up to a mat that just can’t get the job done.  Olefin fibres are a popular choice for these mats, because it’s stain resistant and very inexpensive – but olefin is also totally non-absorbent, too!  That means that olefin entrance mats don’t actually absorb any water when people walk over them in the rain.

Quality indoor mats use nylon instead of olefin.  Nylon is just as colourfast and stain-resistant, but unlike olefin it actively absorbs water.  Just like a kitchen sponge, an entrance mat made of nylon will soak up and hold water tracked in by pedestrians until it has a chance to evaporate.

If keeping your floors dry and safe is your goal, we can help you choose the right mat for your clients.