How to Specify Entrance Matting to Enhance Your Building Design
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How to Specify Entrance Matting
to Enhance Your Building Design
ENHANCING BUILDINGS BY DESIGN
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Contents Welcome to the INTRAsystems guide to
specifying entrance matting.
This short e-book will help you specify entrance matting that
Why use entrance matting
meets the needs and demands of your next project, without
Factors that affect specification compromising on design.
Zonal design
Selecting the correct mat First impressions count
Sizing
Entrance Matting occupies a prime space in every building. It is
Legislation the very first impression and last connection that every visitor
makes with the location... So why waste it?
Measuring Performance
Environment & sustainability At INTRAsystems we believe in getting creative with Entrance
Showcase Matting and using the vital space it occupies to mesmerise
every visitor...
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Think outside
the box
System: INTRAdisc
Specification: Stainless Steel finish with fibre
insert
Location: Buckley Building, London
Architect: Buckley Gray Yeoman
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System: INTRAflex XT
Specification: INTRAlux Premier fibre inserts
in Anthracite 007 cut into floor
Location: Kings Cross, London
Architect: David Morley Architects
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Push the
envelope
System: INTRAshape
Specification: XS rectangle with INTRAlux
Select Black Fibre insert in
brick layout
Location: One Drummond Gate
Architect: James Andrew International
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System: INTRAshape
Specification: Silver finish Hexagon tile with
INTRAlux Linear inserts in
Anthracite 443
Location: AberInnovation, Wales
Architect: IBI Group
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Break the
layout mould
System: INTRAflex Radial
Specification: Bronze Anodised Finish with
Anthracite 607 Elite Polyamide
Fibre Inserts
Location: Royal Lancaster Hotel
Architect: Neil Mathews Architects
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System: INTRAform DM
Specification: Black anodised finish with
INTRAlux Elite Black 608 and
Anthracite 607 fibre inserts in
zigzag design
Location: Nando’s, South Aylesford
Interior Designer: Harrison Design
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It’s not
always black
& white
System: INTRAbrush
Specification: Standard brush inserts in
bespoke multi-colour design
Location: Norwich Union House
Architect: Leonard Design Architects
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System: INTRAform DM
Specification: Silver finish with INTRAlux Elite
Black 608 and Magenta Ribbed
fibre inserts
Location: Churchill Square Shopping
Centre, Brighton
Owner: Standard Life Investment
10Why Use Entrance Matting?
Safety is maintained Cleaning and Internal floors are First impressions
throughout the maintenance costs protected and last
building are reduced preserved
90% of slip accidents occur on wet Cleaning costs are estimated to An average of 0.58g of soil is
or contaminated floors. be between £600-£1000 per kg of brought into the building with every What does your reception say about
soil removed. entrant. For an office of 500 staff your company and its services?
Effective Entrance Matting that’s almost 4kg of soil every week...
significantly reduces the ingress of By preventing any significant Clients are retained, as the
soil and moisture, and ensures safe ingress of soil, costs will be A high performance Entrance reception and public areas remain
access for every visitor. reduced dramatically. Matting system will form an effective visually attractive, safe and clean.
barrier to foot borne soil and
moisture, preventing any premature
damage to floor coverings.
11Factors That Affect Specification - Volume & Type of Traffic
FOOT TRAFFIC VOLUME* WHEELED TRAFFIC DURABILITY PRODUCT SIZE GUIDE
REQUIRED DURABILITY RATING
Very heavy 80,000-150,000 Very heavy + Regular: Access equipment, cars/ EXTREME 6-10m direction of traffic
Major transport hubs / Stadiums etc vans, baggage trolleys, fork lifts EXTREME
Heavy 60,000-80,000 Heavy + Regular: HIGH or EXTREME 6-10m direction of traffic
Shopping Malls / Stations etc Cleaning machines, Luggage cases, pallet trucks HIGH EXTREME
Heavy 40,000-60,000 Heavy + Occasional: HIGH 4-6m direction of traffic
Large Commercial Offices / Leisure Parks etc Access equipment, cleaning equipment HIGH
Medium 20,000-40,000 Medium + Regular: MEDIUM or HIGH 4-6m direction of traffic
Hospitals / Museums / Supermarkets etc Shopping Trolleys, Stretchers, Wheelchairs MEDIUM HIGH
Medium 10,000-20,000 Medium + Occasional: Wheelchairs, MEDIUM 3-4m direction of traffic
Schools / High Street Stores / Colleges etc goods trolleys MEDIUM
Medium 5,000-10,000 Light + Regular: LIGHT or MEDIUM 3-4m direction of traffic
Smaller Commercial Offices / Universities etc Wheeled cases, sack trucks etc LIGHT MEDIUM
Light 1,000-5,000 Light + Occasional: LIGHT 3m + direction of traffic
Sports Centres / Primary schools / Theatres etc Sack trucks, light wheeled cases LIGHT
*Approx. crossings per entrance per day
12Factors That Affect Specification - External
EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT
FACTORS TYPICAL EFFECT CONTROL MEASURES
Prevailing Wind Direction Will rain be driven into the building Increased area of Entrance Matting for exposed entrances and use of a fibre insert that
entrance? absorbs maximum levels of moisture
Size/Position of Canopy A larger canopy will help keep floor surface Increased area of Entrance Matting for exposed entrances and use of a fibre insert that
dry and protected from the elements absorbs maximum levels of moisture
Angle of Building Façade Will the entrances be protected from, or Increased area of Entrance Matting for exposed entrances and use of a fibre insert that
exposed to, wind/rain? absorbs maximum levels of moisture
External Drainage Effective removal of surface water will mean Increased area of Entrance Matting for exposed entrances and use of a fibre insert that
less can be tracked into the building absorbs maximum levels of moisture
External Ground Surfacing Tarmac/Paving/Loose Aggregates/Soil Install Entrance Matting externally where loose particles & soiling are prevalent. For ‘city’
surfaces moisture absorption is a priority, so ensure a fibre insert is chosen that absorbs
13Factors That Affect Specification - Internal
INTERNAL ENVIRONMENT
FACTORS TYPICAL EFFECT
Floor Surface Hard floor surfaces must be kept clean and dry to prevent slips. Soft floor coverings must be Specify an appropriately sized Entrance
protected from excessive ingress of dirt and moisture to prevent damage or undue wear Matting system of the correct design to
maximise removal of soil and moisture
Air Curtain An effective air curtain will aid quick evaporation of surface moisture on the matting Specify where possible
Draught Lobby Preventing cold air and moisture being driven into the building will help keep the matting dry and Consider zonal Entrance Matting design to
clean; meaning it will continue to remove and absorb maximum levels of foot-borne moisture maximise performance
Revolving Door Like a draught lobby, revolving doors are very effective in preventing the ingress of cold/wet air. Use of rubber inserts (or combination fibre
However, the concentrated traffic within the revolving door normally necessitates a product and insert and rubber inserts) within the revolving
that are very durable door is recommended
Pass Doors Pass door typically allow direct inflow of air – a suitable depth of matting beyond the door is therefore Internal Entrance Matting to extend a
important to provide effective performance. A full revolution of a typical wheelchair wheel will span minimum of 2.1m Front-to-Back.
approx. 2100mm.
14Zonal Design
Having a zonal approach to Entrance Matting will optimise
performance and help minimise the ingress of soil and
moisture.
The three-stage zonal system is a proven way to combat
dirt and moisture at the door. This can be achieved through
using either a combination of different products within the
range, or by using a consistent product with varying inserts. ZONE 3 SECONDARY MATTING
Barrier fibre matting beyond recessed system to
thoroughly remove remaining moisture
ZONE 2 PRIMARY INTERNAL
Heavy Duty recessed Internal Matting for further
soil and moisture removal
Z O N E 1 PRIMARY EXTERNAL
External matting to remove dirt and grit particles prior to
entering the building. A drainable base system is also
recommended to enable rapid drain away of moisture.
15Selecting the correct mat
All details correct at time of printing
STRENGTH ZONAL DESIGN
PRODUCT CONSTRUCTION TYPICAL APPLICATION
RATING APPLICATION OPTIONS
Warranty (years)
Open Drainable
Depth (mm)
Extreme
Medium
Closed
Zone 3
Zone 2
Zone 1
Wide
Basic
High
Mid
Commercial Offices, Vehicle Showrooms,
INTRAshape 16 10
High Street Stores
INTRAflex XT 19 10
Commercial Offices, Hotels, Museums,
Shopping Centres, Civic Buildings etc
INTRAflex Radial 19 10
Stations, Airports, Commercial Offices,
INTRAform 16.5 10
Stadiums, Department Stores, Hospitals etc
Commercial Offices, Schools & Colleges,
INTRAform Low Profile 11.5 10
Universities, High Street Stores etc
16.5 Commercial Offices, Stations, Airports,
INTRAform DM 10
Stadiums, Department Stores, Hospitals etc
Commercial Offices, Schools & Colleges,
INTRAform DM Low Profile 11.5 10
Universities, High Street Stores etc
Commercial Offices, Stations, Airports,
INTRAform DM Modular 16.5 10
Stadiums, Department Stores, Hospitals etc
Stations, Airports, Stadiums, High Street
INTRAflow 16.5 10
Stores, Supermarkets
Stations, Airports, Stadiums, Shopping
INTRAflow Plus 16.5 15
Centres, Supermarkets
16.5 Underground Stations & other high fire
INTRAform FR 15
risk areas
Commercial Offices, Vehicle Showrooms,
INTRAtech 10 10
High Street Stores
Commercial Offices, Schools & Colleges,
INTRAbamboo 16 7
Universities, High Street Stores etc
16STRENGTH ZONAL DESIGN
PRODUCT CONSTRUCTION TYPICAL APPLICATION
RATING APPLICATION OPTIONS
Open Drainable
Depth (mm)
Warranty
Extreme
Medium
Closed
Zone 3
Zone 2
Zone 1
Wide
Basic
High
Mid
INTRAlink 16 5
High Street Stores, Schools & Colleges,
Shopping Centres
INTRAlink Low Profile 11 5
Sports Clubs, Schools & Colleges,
INTRAbrush 16.5 5
Universities, Commercial Offices etc
INTRAgrille XT 14 10
Commercial Offices, Museums,
Art Galleries etc
INTRAgrille Var. 10
INTRAmatting Waterlogic 80 15 All sectors
INTRAlux Elite 9 5
INTRAlux Premier 9 5
INTRAlux Select 8.8 5
Schools & Colleges, High Street Stores,
INTRAlux Ultima 9 5
Care Homes, Surgeries etc
INTRAlux Grafic 9 5
INTRAlux Linear 10 5
INTRAlux Rib 9.5 5
High Street Stores, Supermarkets,
INTRAlux Gripfit 9 5
Shopping Centres, Public Buildings etc
Find us on NBS Source and many other product listing sites: CAWS: N10 300 Entrance Matting / UNICLASS 2015: Pr_35_57-11_26 Entrance MatsSizing
BS 7953 Recommendations
As visitors rarely stop to wipe their feet in a commercial
Minimum - 2100mm
environment, sizing is critical - every extra step on the
Entrance Matting will further reduce the ingress of soil and
moisture. WELL Standard Recommendation
Minimum - 3000mm
Once the type of traffic and volume for the building is
understood and the most appropriate Entrance Matting Increase to suit location and traffic
volume - 3000 - 10000mm
system selected for use, the size of the matwell can be
finalised.
18Legislation
When specifying Entrance Matting there are several pieces BS 8300-2:2018 Design of an accessible Equality & Disability
of legislation that should be considered, as outlined briefly and inclusive built environment
below. None of them dictate the exact type of matting to INTRAsystems supply solutions that meet legislation as
be used or the dimensions of the perfect matting system, Together with BS 8300-1:2018 (External), this standard contained within the Equality Act 2010, in particular in
supersedes the original 2009+A1 2010 code, and explains connection with the Disabled Equality Duty in the Disabled
simply because every building is different, and each
‘how buildings, their approaches and immediate surroundings Discrimination Act of 2004 (DDA).
requires an individual solution.
can be designed, build and managed to achieve an inclusive
environment’. Ensure entrance mats are flush with the adjacent surfaces.
This can prevent a potential tripping hazard to customers
BS 7953:1999 Entrance Floor Systems. • The elements particularly relevant to the design and with visual impairments (who may not see the hazard) and
Selection, Installation and Maintenance specification of Entrance Matting systems are as follows: customers using aids such as walking sticks or crutches or
who have difficulty in keeping their balance.
This standard outlines the key ‘whys’ of using Entrance • Accessible Entrances: ‘Type of threshold needed to
Matting and the physical qualities a matting system allow safe and step-free access: the ease of operation
needs to comply. of the entrance door; the minimum effective clear WELL Standard
width through the doorway; the provisions for effective
• Reduce the ingress of soiling and moisture into a building drainage whilst retaining level access. The WELL Standard is made up of 10 Concepts, each
or to reduce the transfer of soil from one part of a • Entrance Flooring Systems: ‘At entrances to commercial covering features with distinct health intents, including advice
building to another; buildings and buildings used by the general public, on how to create a healthy entrance (AIR08):
• Reduce slipping incidents by reducing the amount of soil a suitable entrance flooring system to remove water
and moisture tracked onto hard and resilient floors; and debris from the soles of shoes and wheelchair • All regularly used entrances to the building that have
• Prolong the life of interior floor finishes by reducing the wheels should be provided, taking account of the pedestrian traffic to the exterior use an entryway system
ingress of abrasive soil; volume of pedestrian flow and the distance required to composed of grilles, grates, slots or rollout mats that are
• Reduce the cleaning requirements of internal floors by accommodate the circumference of a large wheelchair at least the width of the entrance and 3 m [10 ft] long in
reducing the ingress of soil onto internal floor finishes. wheel (a minimum of 2000mm).’ Refer to BS 7953 for the primary direction of travel (sum of indoor and outdoor
specific guidance. length).
To fulfil these functions an entrance flooring system should • Floor Surfaces:
have the following qualities: • ‘The ingress of soil and surface moisture to buildings, or
their transfer between adjacent internal areas, should be Information taken from the above sources has been
• Removal and retention of soil; reduced to the lowest practicable level, e.g. through the interpreted and summarised by INTRAsystems to aid
• Ease of cleaning and maintenance; use of appropriate entrance flooring systems conforming specifiers; however, we can take no responsibility for incorrect
• Retention of physical characteristics. to BS 7953. ‘ interpretation.
• Any matting should either have its surface level with
All INTRAsystems products are designed to fully comply the adjacent floor finish or, if surface laid, be of a type For specific project guidance please contact us.
with BS7953:1999. that has a rubber backing and chamfered edges. If, in
exceptional circumstances, other types of surface laid
mats are used, they should be securely fixed to the floor
at their edges and at any joints to avoid the risk of tripping
or slipping. ‘
• ‘Deep pile carpets and coir matting on the surface of the
floor or within a mat well should not be used.’
19Measuring Performance
There are several performance measurements that
should be considered as part of the specification
Pendulum Test Value
process. Many of which you will recognise from Use Classification
flooring generally: (PTV)
Pendulum Test to BS7976:2002•A1:2013 EN 1307:2014
• Pendulum Test Value (PTV)
• Use Classification
• Load Bearing
LIGHT TO HEAVY
• Fire Rating DOMESTIC USE
• Light Reflective Value (LRV)
Class 21 Class 22 Class 23
Not every product will be rated, but it is wise
to know what to look for. LIGHT TO HEAVY
0-24 25-35 36+ COMMERCIAL
USE
Class 31 Class 32 Class 33
Entrance matting should have a PTV (Pendulum Test EN1307:2014 only applies to textile floor coverings i.e.,
Value) that exceeds 36 (Low Slip Potential) in both wet the fibre inserts in entrance matting.
and dry conditions.
Primary and secondary entrance matting systems
should use Class 32 (General Commercial Use) or
Class 33 (Heavy Commercial use) rated fibre inserts,
dependant on the expected volume of traffic.
20Light Reflective Value
Load Bearing Fire Rating
(LRV)
Class
Type Smoke Emission
Static Loading Rolling Test Load Average 19.3 Average 10.53 Average 2.97
s1 : highest s3 : lowest
performance performance
There are two elements generally considered, Static EN13501-1 only applies to textile floor coverings i.e. Important to consider the LRVs where you have a
Loading and Rolling Load. Fibre inserts. large area of matting, subject to lots of natural light.
For specific applications, a particular threshold must The Classification is made up of three parts: Class As entrance matting is typically made up of
be achieved, however, generally, it is more important (A1-F), Type (fl- flooring), and Smoke Emission (s1-s3). contrasting materials, an average value should be
to consider how the system will withstand typical use. obtained for the product overall.
We recommend specifying Cfl-s1 rated fibre as a
For example, vehicle, forklift or MEWP access for minimum, but ideally Bfl-s1. To avoid a strobing effect, minimise the contrast
deliveries and maintenance within show rooms, between the aluminium and fibre. This is particularly
For high-risk areas such as London Underground,
airports, shopping centres and double height important with systems with narrow insert strips. You
Power Stations etc, specify an A1 rated system such as
reception areas. might want to specify a system with wider inserts, use
INTRAform FR or INTRAgrille.
a combination or different coloured inserts or anodise
the profiles.
To reduce glare aluminium profiles should be clear
anodised.
21Environment &
Sustainability
INTRAsystems has an undeviating commitment to act responsibly
in care of the environment. Working on key projects throughout
the UK and Europe, the company is familiar with all environmental
ratings such as BREEAM and WRAP and help clients achieve, and
exceed, their sustainability goals.
All production is in accordance with the Waste Management Act,
with the goal to ‘reduce production of waste and their harmful
effects.’ Critical processes are continually monitored to ensure
minimum negative impact:
The INTRAsystems Environmental Sustainability Statement sets
clear targets for ongoing improvement to ensure the company
continues to lead in our increasingly aware society.
Full details of our Environmental Policy are available upon request,
or can be downloaded from www.intrasystems.co.uk.
Manufactured in the UK
100% recycled aluminium
Regenerated nylon yarns
22Our promise 98% recovery rate
We aim to recover, recycle and reuse raw materials whenever possible.
INTRAsystems is committed to the sustainable operation Through our regeneration contract, aluminium is cleaned and recycled,
and development of our business and we are constantly and inserts are removed and converted into secondary synthetics. We are
seeking better ways to control and minimise the impact we proud that our regeneration contract achieves a 98% recovery rate.
have on our environment.
8-15 year lifecycle
Working on key projects throughout the UK and Europe, By using high quality materials and a considered production process to
we are familiar with all environmental ratings such as produce our entrance matting, you can expect our products to perform for
BREEAM, LEED and WELL Building standards and help 8 – 15 years and we offer some of the longest warranties in the industry.
clients achieve, and exceed, their sustainability goals. By reducing the need for frequent replacement, environmental impact is
further reduced.
The INTRAsystems Environmental Policy sets clear
targets for ongoing improvement to ensure the company 80% effective removal
continues to lead in our increasingly aware society. Correctly specified and well-designed entrance matting can remove up
to 80% of dirt and allergens from foot traffic. Minimising the need and
significantly reducing the costs of cleaning. Full cleaning and maintenance
How we contribute towards your BREEAM guides are available for all products.
points, LEED credits and WELL certification*
Reduced carbon footprint and wastage
We provide a wide selection of free BIM objects, through the BIM Store
100% recycled materials and National BIM Library to enable faster, safer, less wasteful construction.
With a commitment to reduce our environmental impact, Electronic versions of all our product brochures, spec sheets and CAD
more than 80% of our fibre range is now made from 100% cross sections are also available for download on our website. Our matting
Econyl regenerated nylon, contributing to green building is produced to bespoke order on site at our UK plant and carefully planned
practices. ECONYL® carpet fibres are eligible for LEED® distribution direct to our clients reduces unnecessary transport and CO2
points, so you can specify high performance entrance emissions. All our installations are assembled to precise measurements
matting without compromising the environment. to further reduce wastage and our production achieves an impressive
component wastage of less than 0.5%.
Our rails are made from 100% recycled aluminium, which
can be recycled to infinity without any loss of quality. Our Sustainable Production
extrusion process uses a closed loop cooling system that We are ISO 9001 and 14001 accredited. All production in the UK is carried
reduces energy and waste by recycling water to further out in accordance with the Waste Management Act. We only use similarly
minimise our environmental impact. accredited suppliers, including 100% solar powered and carbon neutral
plants. We work closely with our suppliers to design products and evaluate
Our PVC tiles are also made from 100% recycled PVC and processes to minimise waste, reduce energy usage and seek continuous
our INTRAbamboo matting is made from 100% sustainably improvements to jointly minimise our impact on our environment.
sourced bamboo.
23Fighting Plastic Pollution As part of our Corporate Social Responsibility and commitment to the environment, we are pleased to support Plastic Oceans UK to help raise awareness of the plastic pollution issue - to change attitudes, behaviours and practices with the aim to stop plastic pollution reaching the ocean within a generation. More than 8 million tonnes of plastic waste end up in our oceans every year. The plastics breakdown into tiny particles which are ingested by marine life and passed into the human food chain, concentrating as they do so. These tiny toxic microplastics can now be found in our drinking water, beer, table salt, and seafood, posing a very real hazard to biodiversity, the food chain and ultimately, us! The issue of plastic waste came into sharp focus as part of our ongoing product development and work with Econyl® carpet fibres, which are made from recycled fishing nets. More than 80% of our fibre range is now made using 100% Econyl® regenerated nylon and we continue to look at ways to reduce our plastic use and wastage. Find out how you can reduce your plastic footprint at plasticoceans.uk * Relevant sections LEED CREDITS MR Credit 4 - Recycled Content, MR Credit 6 - Rapidly Renewable Materials, EQ Credit 4.4 - Low Emitting Materials (Composite Wood), EQ Credit 5 - Pollutant Source Control BREEAM POINTS HEA02 - Indoor Air Quality, MAT01 - Lifecycle Impacts, MAT03 – Responsible Sourcing, MAT05 - Designing for Durability and Resilience, MAT06 – Material Efficiency, MAN05 – Aftercare WELL STANDARDS AIR08 - Healthy Entrance Part 1, AIR09 – Cleaning Protocol Part 1, AIR28 – Cleanable Environment Part 2 24
SECTORS
Commercial
Offices
2526
27
SECTORS
Healthcare
2829
SECTORS
Education
3031
SECTORS
Leisure, Sport
& Hospitality
32SECTORS
Public
Buildings
3334
SECTORS
Residential
3536
SECTORS
Retail
3738
SECTORS
Shopping
Centres
3940
SECTORS
Travel
Termini
4142
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