Outdoor

Choose the right material for a commercial outdoor entry mat 

Businesses, such as restaurants, hospitals, schools, and busy storefronts, should consider heavy-duty exterior doormats for commercial facilities. These feature all-rubber or all-polypropylene materials or synthetic fiber with a rubber or polypropylene backing. They’re available in a variety of shapes including rectangular and square. Some brands offer indoor and outdoor mats for use inside a business’s entryway. Another option is anti-fatigue mats that are more comfortable to stand on and ideal for medical offices and senior living centers. The rubber or polypropylene styles have raised designs with drainage allowing rain and snowmelt to pass through. 

Prevent accidents with an exterior door for commercial properties 

The rubber backs of these floor mats help prevent accidental slips and falls when rain and snow make business entrances slick. Some mats have beveled edges that improve their durability. When the inside floor gets wet from inclement weather, include other safety supplies such as orange caution cones to warn visitors that floors are wet. With floor mats at the building’s entrance, much of the rain, snow, and mud can stay outside. For extra precautions, consider adding a ‘wet floor’ or similar safety sign. 

Get the right size commercial outdoor entry mat 

Pick a size that complements the entryway. If the mat is too large, it may slide and create bumps that can lead to an accident. A mat that is too small may not provide optimal coverage and leave parts of the floor exposed. The most common dimensions for exterior doormats are:

• 24 x 32 inches
• 24 x 36 inches
• 32 x 48 inches
• 36 x 60 inches
• 36 x 72 inches
• 40 x 60 inches
• 48 x 72 inches
• 120 x 36 inches

Businesses can keep floors even cleaner with an indoor commercial entry mat that can reduce the impact of outside weather conditions on the building’s interior. These are easy to sweep clean with a broom, vacuum, or garden hose. Continue to purchase janitorial supplies to disinfect all indoor floors and surfaces regularly.