Runners vs. Mats

Mats vs. Runners

True, the difference between an entrance mat and an entrance runner is subtle.  Generally speaking, entrance ‘mats’ are no larger than 5’x10’, though custom over-sized mats that exceed these dimensions exist.  Runners, on the other hand, may run upwards of 50’ in length.  Given this basic difference in size, it is helpful to remember that […]

Matching Stylish Mats with Interior Design

Matching Stylish Mats with Interior Design

There are various ways and items that can be used to decorate and improve the interior of office spaces. Even entrance mats can be used for aesthetic purposes especially if you chose those entrance mats that are not only durable and functional, but also stylish and decorative. There is now a lot commercial floor mats […]

Top 5 Commercial Matting Products For Your Business

Top 5 Commercial Matting Products For Your Business

When considering different aspects of business management and operations, certain details should be taken into consideration to provide an atmosphere that is ideal for everyone to be able to work productively.  Doing so will help ensure that customers coming in will be given proper customer service and satisfy their needs.  One of these details is […]

Walk Off Mats

Walk Off Mats

The Eagle Mat team is often asked a simple question:  What are walk-off mats, and how are they different from entrance mats?  The answer is equally simple:  They are one and the same.  The term “walk-off mat” is used to describe an entire category of commercial floor mats that either scrape or wipe debris from […]

Mitsubishi Motors Announces New Eco-Friendly Matting Material

Mitsubishi Motors Announces New Eco-Friendly Matting Material

Mitsubishi Motors has announced a new kind of eco-friendly mat to be used in cars this year. The company is known for a high quality line of plant-based floor mats, and this new product is set to inspire companies to rethink what it means to “Go Green” during the manufacturing of car mats. What does […]

Mat Placement Part III: Industrial and Manufacturing Areas

Mat Placement III Industrial Areas

Welcome back to the Eagle Mat and Floor Products article series, Mat Placement.  So far, we’ve explored how polypropylene and rubber make ideal matting products for outdoor applications in the first installment of this series, Mat Placement Part I:  Outdoor Entry Areas.  In our second installment title Lobbies and Service Areas, we navigated through the […]

Mat Placement Part II: Lobbies and Service Areas

mat placement part II: indoor areas

The interior of the entrance area likewise requires a unique floor mat.  These lobby areas are where guests gather, and often times it is these areas that make the first impression on a customer.  For indoor lobby spaces, one must first consider the amount of traffic the location will experience.  Based on this estimate, one […]

Mat Placement Part I: Outdoor Entry Areas

Mat Placement Guide Part I:  Outdoor

In the first part of this 2 part series, the Eagle Mat Blog will explore the importance of installing commercial floor mats in the outdoor areas of a facility.  Outdoor entry areas must have commercial strength matting for a few reasons.  First, these areas are exposed to the elements; rain, snow, and debris accumulation can […]

An Introduction to Polypropylene

An Introduction to Polypropylene

Just what is a thermoplastic polymer?  Aside from sounding like a futuristic chemical compound from a 1970s science fiction film, a “thermoplastic polymer” is a plastic chemical compound that typically takes a liquid shape when heated.  Then, the material forms a hard and glassy state when cooled.  This “shape-shifting” ability makes thermoplastic polymers ideal for […]

Indoor/Outdoor At-Home Matting Products

at home matting products

Residential door mats have a wide range of uses including safety and prevention of bacteria accumulation. It is tempting to think that matting products are simply floor coverings that contain dirt.  Although it is true that matting products are designed to absorb dust and dirt, they also serve an aesthetic function.  Mats may add to […]