Recess Mats

Recess Area Mats at The Mat Group

We take pride in our work, ensuring every mat we install provides optimal style, safety, and comfort. Our product range includes heavy-duty entrance mats, aluminum entrance mats, recess matting, anti-fatigue mats, safety and non-slip mats, and custom-sized or shaped mats to meet your specific needs. With our experienced in-house team, we manage the installation process end-to-end, ensuring every project runs efficiently and smoothly. Our services include a free site audit and measure, business or after-hours installations, recess creation and levelling, subfloor repairs, frame installation, underlay supply, and removal and disposal of old mats. Whether you need durable entrance matting for high-traffic areas or heavy duty matting for employee comfort, we've got you covered with our complete matting solutions.

Common Materials for Recess Mats 

• Polypropylene: Polypropylene is a highly effective material for entrance matting due to its durability, moisture resistance, and ability to trap dirt and debris. Known for its ruggedness, polypropylene can endure heavy foot traffic and harsh conditions, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. It is naturally resistant to moisture, mold, and mildew, ensuring that mats stay dry and functional even in wet environments. Polypropylene fibers are also excellent at scraping dirt and debris from shoes, helping to keep interiors clean and reducing floor maintenance. The material is colorfast, meaning it resists fading and maintains its vibrant appearance over time, even with exposure to sunlight and frequent use. Easy to clean and maintain, polypropylene entrance mats are a practical and cost-effective choice for enhancing cleanliness and safety in high-traffic areas.

• Recycled Rubber: Using recycled rubber matting offers numerous benefits, making it an eco-friendly and practical choice for various applications. One of the primary advantages is its sustainability; derived from post-consumer and post-industrial materials, recycled rubber helps reduce waste and the environmental impact associated with new rubber production. These mats are exceptionally durable and resistant to wear, moisture, and chemicals, ensuring long-lasting performance in high-traffic areas. Additionally, recycled rubber matting provides excellent shock absorption, enhancing comfort and reducing fatigue for individuals who stand for extended periods. Many of these mats feature anti-slip surfaces for improved safety and can include drainage holes to keep surfaces dry and clean. Furthermore, recycled rubber mats often require minimal maintenance, making them a cost-effective solution for both commercial and residential spaces. Overall, recycled rubber matting combines environmental responsibility with functionality and safety, making it an ideal choice for various settings.

Materials and Texture

Our matting solutions for recessed mats come in a range of materials and textures to best suit your needs depending on foot traffic and placement.

We offer a range of materials including: 

• 100% Polypropylene with PVC Backing: Superguard Heavy Duty Matting - Black, Superguard Heavy Duty Matting - Charcoal and Superbrush Custom Matting
• Solution Dyed polypropylene and SBR Rubber: Waterhog Eco Elite Matting and Waterhog Classic Custom
• ECONYL® Tufted, Multi-Level Loop: Obex Entry Tiles (Loop) - Per 3m²
• Polymerically bound recycled rubber: Recycled Rubber Matting Roll, and Recycled Rubber Matting Roll - Per Linear Metre
  
• Coir and PVC backing: Coir Matting 17mm - Grey, Coir Matting 17mm - Black, Coir Matting 14mm and Coir Matting 17mm

Sizing 

Most of our recess matting range are fully customisable to your desired width (minimum units: 500mm and maximum units 2000mm) and length (minimum units: 500mm and maximum units 20,000mm).

Thickness 

Our thickness ranges from 3mm all the way to 17mm depending on the material of the recess matting you require. 

Our recycled rubber matting is the only recess matting that offers four thicknesses: 3mm, 5mm, 8mm and 10mm.

Customised Recessed Area Entrance Mats 

Custom designed recessed logo mats offer a stylish and functional solution for businesses looking to enhance their branding while maintaining clean, safe entryways. These mats are tailored to fit perfectly within recessed wells, ensuring a seamless look that stays flush with the surrounding floor. With fully customizable designs, you can feature your company logo, slogan, or any personalized artwork in photographic quality, embossed, printed, or painted formats. These fade-resistant designs not only make a strong first impression on visitors but also trap dirt and moisture effectively. Available in various shapes, sizes, and durable materials, custom recessed mats can be cut to fit any space, making them ideal for both commercial and residential applications. Whether you're looking to promote your brand or add a personal touch, custom recessed logo mats offer an elegant solution that combines aesthetic appeal with practicality.

Indoor and Outdoor Recessed Area Entrance Mats 

Recessed entrance mats offer unique benefits tailored to their specific design and placement, while playing a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and safety.

Recessed mats are installed flush with the floor in areas such as entrances to commercial buildings, lobbies, or high-traffic zones. These mats are often made from durable materials like aluminum, rubber, or carpet inserts, which effectively trap dirt, dust, and moisture from shoes. By being level with the surrounding surface, recessed mats prevent tripping hazards and seamlessly integrate with the aesthetic of the building's design, maintaining a sleek, polished appearance. They also offer excellent performance in high-traffic areas, keeping debris and moisture confined within the recessed area to prevent it from spreading indoors.

Built to withstand heavy use, recessed entrance mats serve as both a functional and attractive solution, enhancing safety, cleanliness, and durability in any entrance area. Additionally, they can be customized with materials that cater to the specific needs of indoor or outdoor environments, ensuring entrances remain clean, welcoming, and visually appealing.

Enhanced Safety with Recessed Area Entrance Mats

Recessed entrance mats play a vital role in enhancing safety in both commercial and residential spaces by addressing common entryway hazards. Installed level with the surrounding floor, they provide a seamless, high-traction surface that helps prevent slips and falls, particularly in wet conditions. These mats are designed to trap dirt, debris, and moisture within the recessed area, keeping the floors dry and reducing the risk of accidents. By confining moisture and debris, recessed mats not only improve safety but also protect the underlying floors from damage caused by heavy foot traffic. Their flush design eliminates tripping hazards and maintains a smooth transition between surfaces. Some recessed mats are also designed to reduce fatigue, making them ideal for areas where people may stand for long periods. Overall, recessed entrance mats contribute significantly to safety, cleanliness, and the orderly flow of traffic, making them an essential feature for any building's entrance.

Cleaner Spaces with Recessed Area Entrance Mats 

Recessed entrance mats are highly effective in maintaining cleaner spaces by acting as a barrier that traps dirt, moisture, and debris before it enters the building. Installed flush with the floor at entryways, these mats are specifically designed to capture contaminants at the door, preventing dust, mud, and water from being tracked inside. By containing these particles within the recessed area, they help keep indoor floors cleaner and reduce the need for frequent cleaning. This not only enhances the overall appearance of the space but also protects the flooring from wear and tear, ensuring a more hygienic and well-maintained environment. The recessed design further ensures that the mat remains securely in place, providing long-lasting cleanliness and functionality.

Popular Industries for Recessed Area Entrance Mats

Retail & Shopping Centre Recess Entrance Mats

Recessed entrance matting plays a vital role in shopping centres and retail environments by offering multiple benefits that enhance customer experience and streamline operations. These mats, installed in recessed wells, effectively trap dirt, debris, and moisture from incoming foot traffic, keeping floors clean and safe. By reducing the amount of tracked-in dirt, recessed mats maintain a tidy and welcoming atmosphere for shoppers. Additionally, they improve safety by minimizing slip and fall accidents caused by wet or soiled floors. Recessed mats also help protect flooring surfaces from damage, cutting down on maintenance costs and extending the life of the floors.

Hotel & Hospitality Recess Entrance Mats

Recessed entrance matting is essential for hotels and hospitality establishments, such as cafes, bars, and pubs, where guest experience and cleanliness are top priorities. These mats are designed to sit flush with the floor, preventing dirt, moisture, and debris from being tracked inside, which helps maintain a cleaner interior and reduces the need for constant cleaning. In hospitality settings, where first impressions and safety are paramount, recessed mats not only preserve cleanliness but also provide better traction, helping to reduce slip hazards, especially in wet conditions.

Education Recess Entrance Mats

Recessed entrance mats are crucial for educational facilities, including schools and universities, where maintaining a clean and safe environment is essential. Strategically placed recessed mats at entryways and high-traffic areas trap dirt, moisture, and debris brought in by students, staff, and visitors, preventing it from spreading further into the building. This reduces cleaning efforts while minimizing the risk of slips and falls due to wet floors, promoting a safer environment for everyone on campus.

Commercial & Residential Building Recess Entrance Mats

In commercial buildings, recessed entrance mats contribute to a professional appearance while ensuring safety by reducing slip hazards, especially during inclement weather. For residential buildings, these mats play a key role in promoting cleanliness by capturing dirt and moisture from shoes before they enter the home. The recessed design keeps mats flush with the surrounding floor, offering a seamless look while protecting interior flooring, reducing maintenance efforts, and extending the lifespan of the floors.

Recessed Area Entrance Mat Installation 

We offer installation on the following range of mats:

• Heavy Duty Entrance Matting

• Aluminium Entrance Matting

• Recess Matting

• Anti-Fatigue Matting

• Safety and Non-slip Matting

• Custom Sized or Shaped Mats

We have a highly experienced in-house install team that operate throughout Australia. Having our own install team allows us to have full control of the process end to end. This ensures every project runs smoothly and efficiency. 

We offer the following Installation services:

• Complimentary Site Audit and Measure

• Business Hours or After Hours Installs

• Recess creation and levelling

• Major Subfloor repairs

• Frame install and Supply of underlay

• Removal and disposal of existing mats

For more assistance you can fill our a installation requestion form and one of our matting experts will be in touch! 

Need help choosing the perfect mat for your recessed area?

Please complete this form, and one of our friendly team of matting experts will personally email you with a recommendation.

We also offer:

• Sample boxes - Tailored to your specific industry and free of charge, our sample boxes provide you with a clearer picture of what our matting solutions will look like in your space. 
• Site Visits - One of our experienced sales representatives with come and give you customised solutions, precise measurements, expert insights and oversee project planning
• Free Digital Proof - Your logo mat will NOT go into production with your approval. You will receive a digital proof of your mat within 48hrs of purchase
• Installations - We take a lot of pride in the mats we install and go the extra mile to make sure we deliver matting that offers style, safety, and comfort at all times

Wholesale Matting

We have built long term, well established relationships with world leading manufacturers. If you're interested in becoming an recess entrance mat reseller through The Mat Group, register your interest here.

Recess Mats In Australia

The Mat Group AUS creates custom recess matting in Australia with warehouse locations in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, we can deliver your mats quickly and affordably.