FLOORCARE & MAINTENANCE
protection on wet floors, or even in industrial buildings where there may be regular movement from outside to inside and vice versa.
4. USER EXPERIENCE Of course, mats will support the facility’s cleaners by creating a dirt barrier and reducing the volume of germs spread around the premises, but they can also improve employees’ workplace experience. Outdoor mats are the place to start, as they help minimise the amount of dirt, moisture and grime brought indoors in the first place. Initial’s Active Scraper Mat, for instance, uses flexible bi-construction blades and drainage channels to drain water and dirt away before people enter the building, which helps reduce the accumulation of grime on shoes, which could then be tracked onto the carpet.
If you’re looking to further improve the user experience, explore anti-fatigue mats which are particularly suited to areas where people are having to stand for long periods. These address common problems arising from long periods of standing on hard surfaces such as concrete, which include joint pain, backache, sore feet and tiredness. They have been designed to make employees more comfortable and increase concentration and efficiency, while enhancing safety in the workplace.
5. ECONOMIC VALUE As you can imagine from the long list of benefits, floor mats will significantly reduce cleaning costs and floor maintenance bills. They will also help to save hefty compensation claims and minimise loss of productivity through workplace accidents.
FINAL THOUGHTS There are clear advantages of laying mats down in your building. Once you have considered the best type of mat for your business, it’s important to ensure they are cleaned and laundered on a regular basis. Facilities managers should spend the time to assess the functionality of the mats they need to create and maintain a clean work environment for customers and employees.
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