Coir matting may not seem like a very interesting product, however, it has a lot of history and has been a popular flooring solution for centuries! The coir mats which we know today have a history and origin that is deeply rooted in South Asian culture, with coir products dating back to the 3rd century B.C. In this blog post...

Brush matting, also known as synthetic matting, offers similar benefits to coir but without the shedding and a more modern touch. The brush mats we manufacture here at Commercial Matting are made out of polypropylene, which is a durable thermoplastic polymer that is commonly used for fabrics and textiles. Due to its chemical structure, polypropylene offers a soft but rigid...

Here at Commercial Matting, we manufacture a variety of entrance mat styles, to be utilised in any indoor location. Entrance mats are essential for any business, as they provide a practical solution for keeping floors clean and dry, whilst also enhancing the look of your entranceway. They are a great investment to protect carpet, hardwood, and wax-finished floors. We offer...

At first glance, it may seem obvious that outdoor mats should be used outside, and indoor mats should be used inside, but there is more to it than that! Here at Commercial Matting, we manufacture a variety of mats, from coir and synthetic, to fully rubber types. All of the mats we stock are designed to prevent slip and trip...

As with all products and items that undergo repetitive and vigorous use, coir door mats will become unusable and ineffective at some point in time. Despite this, coir matting can last for many years with proper maintenance and cleaning. If you currently have a coir door mat installed or are looking to purchase one today, there is no need to...

With the festive period in full swing, we would like to announce our Christmas closure dates for 2022. To give our team a well-deserved break, Matrix Flooring will be closed from midday on Thursday 22nd December for the Christmas holidays, and we will reopen on Tuesday 3rd January 2023. If you have any questions about stock or order information, please...

Although the UK has experienced some extremely cold weather over the past few weeks, there is still plenty more to come. Despite December temperatures already dropping below 0°, January and February are the UK’s coldest months, with freezing temperatures, snow, and incredibly icy conditions. During these months, the risk of having slip and trip accidents is far greater than any...

The winter months have slowly crept on us, with cold winds, rain showers, and snowfall on the way. With the peak of winter ahead, now is the perfect time to invest in indoor matting, to not only protect your floors from all the dirt and icy sludge but, to protect your visitors and staff from slipping on the uncovered ground...

Whether you work in an office or warehouse environment, you and your staff need to be comfortable at work. In these working environments, it is likely that many of your employees will be stood up for long periods of time. When you stand in the same position for a long time, it is natural for your joints to seize up...

If you are looking for an entrance mat, you may have come across a coir mat and a coconut mat, but what is the difference? Well, they are actually the same thing! You will tend to find that the preferred given name to the mat is coir, as it is more technical and well known but, whichever you buy, you...