What size entrance mat you need and how to measure for it
An entrance mat that’s too short won’t stop the dirt, and one that covers half the reception gets in the way. Getting the size right takes five minutes and a tape measure.
Width: the doorway plus a margin
Measure the width of the opening and add a margin on each side so nobody steps in on the bare floor. With double doors, measure with both leaves open. With revolving or automatic doors, the usable width is the opening people actually walk through.
Depth: the more steps, the better
Dirt and water stay on the mat as people walk across it. A deeper mat takes in more steps and cleans shoes better. That’s why, at entrances with heavy traffic or frequent rain, it pays to extend it inwards as far as the space allows.
If the corridor is long, the A3 goes up to 12 m in a single piece.
If it sits in a matwell
Measure the inside of the matwell at several points (older matwells aren’t always square) and note down the smallest measurement. Tell us it’s for a matwell so we can take that into account when manufacturing.
Minimum and maximum sizes
| Minimum | 30 × 30 cm |
| Maximum in a single piece | 12 × 1.96 m |
| Larger spaces | Several pieces joined together |
| Shapes | Rectangular, square or round |
Place the logo with visitors in mind
- Orient the logo so it reads as people come in, not as they leave.
- Leave some breathing space to the edge: the mats have a 20 mm rubber border all round.
- At street entrances, dark backgrounds hide dirt better than light ones.
Before manufacturing we send you a digital proof showing the size and logo position for you to check.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum size of a logo mat?
Up to 12 × 1.96 m in a single piece. For larger spaces we make it in several pieces joined together.
Can you make an exact size for my matwell?
Yes, every mat is made to measure. Measure the inside of the matwell at several points and tell us it’s for a matwell when you request a quote.
Do you make round mats?
Yes. As well as rectangular and square mats, we make round ones.