How to choose a floor mat

Up to 24 pounds of dirt are tracked into the average business over a 20-day period. Steady foot traffic erodes floor finishes near entrances. Good floor mats are an essential element in every home, office and business. Floor mats stop dirt and debris at the door, prevent your visitors feet from eroding the finish on your floors near entrances. Floor mats can also lessen the fatigue that comes from long periods of standing and reduce slips and falls. OnTimeSupplies.com stocks a wide variety of floor mats that protect your floors, reduce maintenance costs and improve worker safety. This guide will help you determine which floor mats will best suit your needs.

First, measure the area you need to cover.

The first factor to consider when selecting a floor mat is size. A too-small floor mat won't adequately address your problem. If the floor mat is too big, it can cause tripping.

Next, determine how thick your mat can be.

This is particularly important if your floor mat is going in front of a door. Measure to ensure that you leave enough clearance for the door to open and close smoothly.

Now, determine what you need your mat to do.

First, where are you placing the mat? Do you need your floor mat to protect a high traffic area, a wet area, or an office? Or do you need a floor mat that prevents falls and reduces worker fatigue? Floor mats come in a few major styles, each designed to address different problems.

Outdoor Mats Durable surface vigorously scrapes and traps dirt, debris and snow before visitors come through the front door.

Wiper/Scraper Mats Coarse scraper yarns combines with absorbent yarns to create a surface that cleans shoes and absorbs moisture. Works outdoors and in entry ways.

Indoor Wiper Mats Plush, absorbent yarns wipe away dirt and moisture, and act as your floors' last line of defense.

Anti-fatigue Mats Durable, anti-slick surfaces prevent slips and falls while cushioned backing provides comfort to standing workers.

Once you've determined your basic needs, it's time to shop the huge selection of floor mats available at OnTimeSupplies.com. We offer carry floor mats in a variety of colors from leading manufacturers such as Crown, Guardian and more!