A Guide to Mats for Hotels

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Hotels and other facilities in the hospitality industry are dedicated to providing their guests with a safe and comfortable lodging experience. Even though many hotel facilities vary in size and layout, these buildings still tend to share the same basic layout—lobby area, common dining room, pools, etc. It is important to implement proper safety guidelines and equipment to help ensure the safety of guests and staff in a hotel.

One critical component of hotel safety is matting. According to a recent publication regarding occupational injuries from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), slips and falls are some of the most common injuries sustained by personnel in commercial and industrial facilities. By deploying a non-slip mat in the areas of a hotel most at risk for slipping hazards, you can greatly reduce the likelihood of injury to staff and guests in your facility.

NoTrax is the industry leader in mats designed for industrial, commercial, and public facilities. As facilities across the country continue to resume normative operations, there has never been a better time to assess your facility’s matting needs.

When looking for the mats that are best suited to your facility, it’s essential to consider mats that are designed to function in the areas where they will be used. Using the right mats in the right area will help to maximize the longevity of the mat and ensure optimal performance.

For hotels or other facilities in the hospitality industry, there are a wide range of mats designed to perform a variety of functions, including providing a comfortable working area for personnel, protecting employees and guests from slips and falls, and providing a dynamic aesthetic. To help you find the mats that are right for you, here is a look at the most common areas in a hotel and an outline of the mats best suited to those areas.

Mats intended for use in outdoor entrance areas are designed to begin the scraping process. These mats often feature a durable construction that is designed for all-weather environments. Additionally, outdoor entrance mats typically utilize rigid bristles or rubber fingers that are designed to dislodge dirt and debris from the bottoms of shoes.

Mats intended for use in outdoor entrance areas can help to reduce slips and falls outside and inside a hotel facility. By capturing moisture before it enters the interior of a building, exterior entrance mats are the first line of defense in protecting guests and personnel from injuries resulting from accumulated moisture.

For interior entrance areas—such as lobbies or foyers—mats designed to continue the moisture-absorbing and debris-tapping process are ideal. Mats intended for use in these areas are uniquely designed to offer reliable traction for guests as well as a pleasant aesthetic dynamic that will help create a welcoming environment in your hotel or lodging facility.

Hallways mats and runner mats are ideal for hallways in a hotel. Mats intended for use in these areas can help prevent slips and falls related to accumulated moisture. Hallway mats are particularly important for hallways with potentially slippery surfaces—such as wood or tile. For longer hallways, NoTrax offers a variety of mats with a custom length option.

Common dining areas in a hotel often feature buffet lines or steam tables where guests are free to serve themselves. These areas can be a potential hazard if a spill or leak causes moisture to accumulate. To protect guests and personnel from slips and falls, a non-slip mat designed to offer reliable traction is ideal for these areas.

Many non-slip mats also feature an anti-fatigue design that will offer guests in your hotel a comfortable platform to stand on. Anti-fatigue mats are also well suited for use in kitchens and preparation areas where employees are required to remain stationary for long periods of time. Anti-fatigue mats can help alleviate the strain on the back and knees and reduce the likelihood of injury.

Ice and vending machine areas in a hotel are typically self-service areas where guests are free to retrieve ice or beverages at their convenience. Water accumulation is a constant hazard in these areas due to ice spillage. To protect guests and personnel, a non-slip mat can be placed at the entrance of these areas to reduce the potential for slips and falls.

Many hotels offer their guests an exercise or workout room. An anti-fatigue mat in these rooms can offer guests a comfortable platform to exercise on that will reduce the likelihood of injury. Additionally, non-slip mats in an exercise room can help reduce the potential for slips and falls resulting from perspiration or water accumulation.

NoTrax is the industry leader in matting options for industrial, commercial and public facilities. Implementing mats specifically designed for use in hotels or other commercial facilities can help reduce injuries for personnel and guests. Mats from NoTrax can also provide a welcoming aesthetic to a hotel lobby or common area. To find the mats that are ideal for your facility, take a look at our extensive selection of mats intended for use in the hospitality industry.