The Top 10 Floor Mats Used in Business Today are popular for different reasons. Some of the factors to consider are price, functionality and aesthetics. Identifying which factor is most important to you will help you choose a mat that will work best for your particular application. It is helpful to understand that the material the mats are made from will affect the benefits provided to the end user and the price.
For example, many of the most popular floor mats used as entrance mats consist of a vinyl or rubber-backed carpet and some type of carpet fiber on the surface which is usually a solution-dyed polypropylene fiber or polypropylene fiber. nylon. The face weight of that surface fiber will greatly affect the price and performance of the floor mat. Another factor that affects price and performance is the surface design of the fiber (ie, chopped pile, loop, punched, etc.). This design offers a different look along with different performance characteristics.
Below you will find 10 of the most popular rugs in use today. Each mat can be used as an entrance mat. Some of these mats will have features that will allow them to be used indoors, outdoors, or both. Some of the mats will have the freedom to be customized with a logo or special size to meet particular needs, and some of these mats can be used as a type of surface mat, in a recessed pit application, or both.
1. Olefin mats –
For indoor use only
vinyl backing
Cheap
Available in 3′, 4′ and 6′ widths Products up to 60′ in length
Cut pile construction typically 18 to 24 ounce face weight
Ideal for use on hard floors when money is tight
Shelf life: 6 months to 1 year
Logo Options: Flocked, Vinyl Insert
2. Double ribbed floor mats –
Indoor or outdoor use
Vinyl backing with ribbed fiber surface
relatively cheap
Available in 3′, 4′ and 6′ widths Products up to 60′ in length
Needle-punched polypropylene construction 18-24 oz. face weight.
Polypropylene fibers are stain resistant and dry quickly.
Ideal for use on hard floors when better dirt removal is desired
Shelf life: 6 months to 1 year
Logo Options: Flocked, Vinyl Insert
3. Chevron Doilies –
Indoor or outdoor use
Vinyl backing with herringbone fiber surface
relatively cheap
Available in 3′, 4′ and 6′ widths Products up to 60′ in length
Needle-punched polypropylene construction, typically 18-24 oz. face weight.
Polypropylene fibers are stain resistant and dry quickly.
Ideal for use on hard floors when better soil removal and a different appearance are desired
Shelf life: 6 months to 1 year
Logo Options: Flocked, Vinyl Insert
4. Studded Floor Mats –
Indoor or outdoor use
Vinyl backing with a berber or diamond pattern fiber construction
relatively cheap
Available in 3′, 4′ and 6′ widths Products up to 60′ in length
Needle-punched polypropylene construction, typically 18-24 oz. face weight.
Polypropylene fibers are stain resistant and dry quickly.
Ideal for use on hard floors when better dirt removal is desired
Shelf life: 6 months to 1 year
Logo Options: Flocked, Vinyl Insert
5. Waffle Mats –
Indoor or outdoor use
Rubber backing with a waffle pattern Backing can be grippy or smooth backed
The edge has a water dam to prevent excess moisture from being released from the mat.
moderately expensive
Available in 3′, 4′ and 6′ widths Products up to 60′ in length
Needle-punched polypropylene construction, typically less than 26 oz. face weight
Polypropylene fibers are stain resistant and dry quickly.
Raised rubber nubs under each waffle pattern square make this mat a superior choice
to scuff shoes and elevate foot traffic above retained moisture in the mat
Waffle rugs and many of these types of rugs are also available in large area mosaics and can
be installed in a recessed application or used as a surface mat
Shelf Lifespan: 2-3 years
Logo Options: Inlays
6. Waterhog Grand Premiere Floor Mats –
Indoor or outdoor use
Diamond-pattern rubber backing with a 1/2-oval or double 1/2-oval end
Cloth Edge Backed Peg
This mat has revolutionized the mat industry as it is truly both attractive and functional.
moderately expensive
High-end look and performance with over 30 sizes and many colors to choose from
36 oz front weight needle punched polypropylene
Shelf Lifespan: 2-3 years
There are no logo options at this time.
7. Rubber-Backed Nylon Twist Floor Mats –
For indoor use only
Rubber backing with smooth or cleated backing
moderately expensive
Readily available in 3′, 4′, 5′ and 6′ widths up to approximately 40′ – Certain types of this style of
Doormats with a different name are available in widths of 7′, 8′, 9′, 10′, 11′ and 12′ up to
about 40′ long
Face Fiber is a nylon in a looped pile, usually 18 to 20 oz. face weight – some versions of
This rubber-backed nylon turntable mat is solution-dyed to resist stains.
Ideal use is as a finishing cleaning mat to absorb moisture from shoes.
Many colors to choose from.
Shelf Lifespan: 2-8 years
Logo options: dyeing and tufting process
8. Litter Trap Mats –
Indoor or outdoor use
Gum or waffle crumb backing
moderately expensive
Available in any size up to 13’2″ x 82′ long – All rugs are custom
Face fiber is solution-dyed heavy denier polypropylene in a berber pattern
When used as a surface mat, a rubber edge can be applied to ease transitions
Ideal for heavy traffic applications such as office buildings, shopping centers, airports, schools, etc.
Can be used as a surface mat, glued in place or loose and also as a recessed floor mat in
an interior or exterior hole
Due to the available roll sizes, this product lends itself to odd sizes and configurations.
This tough product not only looks good, it’s tough enough to use in football locker rooms and
it’s actually spike proof when it sticks
Useful shelf life: 2 – 5 years
Logo options: embedding and flocking processes
9. Aluminum Foot Grid Mats –
Indoor or outdoor use
The mat surface can be equipped with carpet inserts, aluminum abrasive inserts,
vinyl inserts or have a serrated aluminum construction – Most popular are carpets
Carpet inserts are replaceable for many years of functionality
Expensive
The foot grid version of these mats is highly durable and is recommended for heavy traffic
use and lend themselves to recessed applications where a drain may be required
Foot grates can only be used in a deep recessed application
Each floor mat with foot grid is custom made
Architects like this style of mats for its high-end appearance.
It is recommended to use an experienced floor mat contractor when choosing this
matting system
Useful Shelf Life: Very long as long as the aluminum is not damaged. Rug
The inserts will need to be replaced every 2-3 years, but this system is known to last
for 15 years or more
Logo Options: Limited
10. Aluminum Roll Up Floor Mats –
Indoor or outdoor use
The aluminum roll up mat is available with aluminum, PVC or rubber hinges
The mat surface can be equipped with carpet inserts, aluminum abrasive inserts,
vinyl inserts or have a serrated aluminum construction – Most popular are carpets
inserts
Carpet inserts are often replaceable to provide many years of use
Expensive
These mats can be used in a recessed or surface mounted application.
Each mat is custom made.
Architects like this style of mats for its high-end appearance.
It is recommended to use an experienced floor mat contractor when choosing this
matting system, especially if there is a custom size or shape requirement
Shelf lifespan: aluminum hinged versions last longer, PVC versions last about 2 years,
Rubber lasts 3-4 years. Carpet inserts will need to be replaced every 2-3 years.
as long as the carpet system is in good condition
Logo Options: Limited
There you have the top 10 types of rugs available on the market today. There are literally hundreds of manufacturers of these mats. Each manufacturer can alter some of the characteristics of their product. Generally, however, one can use the above information to make an informed decision before choosing a rug for their entryway.