Which Floor Mat Should I Use?

All floor mats are not created equal. When it comes to the restaurant world there are many different floor mats that serve unique, specific purposes. Before purchasing a floor mat it’s important to understand the function of the mat you are buying. Failure to purchase the correct product, for the task at hand, could result in wasted money. In today’s blog Public Kitchen Supply will explain the difference between anti-fatigue/wet area mats, anti-fatigue/dry area mats and needle-rib floor mats.
Anti-fatigue/wet area mats are ideal for drink stations and dish washing zones. These type of mats support the user’s feet while being water resistant. We recommend Cactus Mat’s 3” x 5” Anti-Fatigue Rubber Mat. The Anti-Fatigue Rubber Mat features molded, beveled edges that prevent tripping. The beveled edges are an especially helpful quality it wet areas. The mat weighs about 20 lbs allowing it to move easily. Cactus Mat specifically designed this floor mat with an open circle design for easy draining.
Industrial work areas are another setting where employees often become exhausted, after spending hours on their feet. Anti-fatigue/dry area mats are great for a number of environments. Purchase a dry mat, like Andersen’s 3” x 5” Complete Comfort Floor Mat, for cashiers, assembly lines or employees working a drive-thru. The Complete Comfort Floor Mat is made from Nitrile and PVC Expanded Foam. These materials offer total back support, decreasing your employees’ fatigue. Purchasing an anti-fatigue floor mat is more than a kind gesture to your employees, they increase productivity.
Needle-rib floor mats are substantially different compared to anti-fatigue mats. Needle-rib floor mats are meant to keep floors clean. Use Cactus Mat’s 3” x 5” Brown Needle-Rib Floor Mat for your doorways, hardwood floors, entrances and walkways. Cactus Mat’s needle-rib floor mat is unique because it is a non-woven, polypropylene ribbed. The mat’s structure allows it scrape mud from shoes and traps it between the ribs until you can clean it. This mat weighs only 10 lbs, allowing it to move with ease.
Floor mats may seem similar in nature but there are differences. Before purchasing a floor mat Public Kitchen Supply recommends researching that mat that best fits your needs. Remember, anti-fatigue mats are meant for comfort and support while needle-ribs masts are designed for cleanliness. For more information on the products featured in this blog visit our website at www.publickitchensupply.com