Mats for schools
Educational institutions are unique to other buildings in that they have bursts of high traffic over short periods of time. That’s why it’s important to choose floor mats for schools that are resilient, slip resistant and hard-wearing.
It’s critical that school, college and university campus buildings and facilities are in excellent shape year-round to help keep students, staff and visitors safe from slips, trips and falls.
As students, teachers and visitors move from building to building, they inevitably bring in moisture, dirt and debris, which can lead to slip and fall accidents and increased cleaning costs.
Looking for indoor and outdoor entrance mats for schools? Our Frontrunner entrance system helps keep schools clean, safe and hygienic by removing the dirt before it can enter the building. The open grid and diamond tread surface scrapes and traps debris, while absorbent inserts clean and dry shoes and wheels, meaning interiors stay cleaner for longer.
Looking for logo door mats for schools or matting in your school colours? Customisation is available for our Frontrunner Plus entrance mats
Barefoot areas like wet rooms, changing rooms, shower rooms and wash areas can become slippery with just a small amount of water underfoot. When looking for floor mats for schools that provide extra protection in barefoot and wet areas, make sure you choose a specialised wetside mat with excellent drainage that’s not only comfortable underfoot but also has permanent antimicrobial and antifungal properties to help prevent mould, and help shield against fungal and bacterial growth.
Placing self-draining pool matting around pool perimeters is paramount when it comes to keeping employees, students and visitors safe in these high-slip environments. Choose a mat with an etched or embossed surface with adequate cushioning so it’s comfortable for bare feet, while still providing a firm grip underfoot to prevent slips. For added protection, choose matting with antimicrobial and antifungal properties to support hygiene in moisture-rich environments.
We recommend: Heronrib
Installing high-quality anti-fatigue matting in areas where people spend lots of time on their feet can help reduce fatigue, aid concentration, and boost productivity. When choosing anti-fatigue mats for schools, consider the specific needs of each space. In areas prone to spills or moisture, such as laboratories, look for matting with enhanced slip resistance and drainage. In workshops and design technology classrooms, where tools or equipment may be dropped, mats with noise absorption and impact resistance are ideal.
We recommend: Heronair for slip resistance, and Zed Land for noise absorption
Walkways can be hazardous places, especially in outdoor environments where there's a risk of slipping. If your school has frequent wheeled traffic, such as carts, trolleys, prams, and wheelchairs, look for matting with a close mesh construction to ensure a smooth surface for wheels to glide over (while still delivering excellent drainage).
We recommend: Firmagrip
The right high-performance kitchen safety mat makes all the difference when it comes to keeping commercial food prep and catering areas clean, safe, and running efficiently. Look for a mat with certified slip resistance for traction underfoot, and a wide-spaced, open grid so that food, liquid and other debris can easily fall through, helping to eliminate potential slip hazards.
We recommend: Herongripa
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"As you can imagine, 420 pupils have the propensity of transferring a large amount of shoe dirt into the school. Cleaning costs money so we were anxious that the very best precautions would be taken. We were fortunate that trials with the temporary accommodation led us to find the right solution."