Aluminium rail system
Recessed anthracite strips between aluminium rails. The heavy-duty choice for busy main entrances.
Entrance & matting systems
Commercial Entrance Matting in London
The first floor anyone walks on, and the one that protects all the others. Barrier matting traps dirt and moisture at the door, keeping the floors beyond cleaner, safer and longer-lasting.
Most of the dirt and water that ends up on a commercial floor is walked in through the front door. A proper entrance matting system stops it at source: an open-textured surface scrapes grit from shoes while an absorbent finish soaks up moisture, so the floors deeper inside stay cleaner, drier and safer underfoot. It cuts slip risk in wet weather, reduces the abrasive wear that grit causes, and protects the more expensive floors beyond, all of which keeps cleaning costs and replacement cycles down.
Good entrance matting also makes a first impression. A smart, level, well-maintained entrance signals a building that is looked after, while a worn or curling mat does the opposite. We help London businesses size and specify the right barrier matting and matwell system, from recessed aluminium frames at busy main entrances to inset matting that sits flush with the surrounding floor, choosing the depth, texture and run length to match the footfall and the weather your doors face.
We then fit it to last. We form or set the matwell, prepare the recess and lay the matting so the transition is level and trip-free, meeting the surrounding floor cleanly. The whole job is supply and fit under one written quote, with no surprises, and out of hours where the entrance cannot be closed during the day, so your doors stay open and safe throughout.
Systems we install
The right matting for the doors you've got.
Barrier matting ranges from engineered aluminium systems to bold textile runs. Three different approaches:
Bold textile barrier
A striped, coarse-loop matting that traps dirt and makes the entrance part of the design.
Exterior scraper grid
Open honeycomb rubber that scrapes grit off outside the door, before it ever reaches the floor within.
Where matting works
Protection that starts at the door.
Office receptions
Smart, hard-wearing entrances that protect the floors beyond. See our office flooring.
Retail entrances
High-capacity matting for busy shopfronts and lobbies. See our retail flooring.
Schools & colleges
Barrier matting that keeps thousands of feet from spreading dirt. See our school flooring.
Healthcare & clinics
Clean, slip-reducing entrances for clinical settings. See our healthcare flooring.
Why choose us
Fitted around your business, priced for it too.
- Level, trip-free transitions with matwells set flush to the floor.
- Supply and fit, one managed job with one accountable, managed job and price.
- Fair, transparent pricing in a clear written quote, with no hidden extras.
- Accredited, qualified contractors: every trade we put on your job holds the right certificates and qualifications for that specific work, including CHAS, Constructionline Gold, CFA membership and SafeContractor.
Why it matters
The benefits of a proper matting system.
Dirt and moisture control
Traps grit and water at the door, so less is walked across the building and onto the floors beyond.
Safer underfoot
Drier entrance floors mean lower slip risk in wet weather, where the risk of falls is highest.
Longer floor life
Stopping abrasive grit at the entrance reduces wear on the more expensive floors deeper inside.
Lower cleaning costs
Less dirt spreading through the building means less time, effort and cost keeping interiors clean.
A smart first impression
A level, tidy, well-maintained entrance signals a building that is properly looked after.
Level, trip-free finish
Recessed matwells sit flush with the surrounding floor for a clean, hazard-free transition.
How it works
From survey to flush, finished matwell.
- Entrance survey. We measure the doorway, assess footfall and recommend the right run length, depth and matting type.
- Clear written quote. Supply and fit in one fixed price, with the matwell and timings agreed before we start.
- Matwell preparation. We form or set the recess and frame so the finished matting will sit flush and trip-free.
- Installation and finish. Matting is fitted to manufacturer specifications and the transition checked level, ready for use.
Common questions
Entrance matting FAQs.
How much entrance matting does a commercial entrance need?
As a rule of thumb, the more matting visitors walk across, the more dirt and moisture it removes, so busier entrances need a longer run. Several strides over the matting clears the bulk of grit and water before it reaches the floors beyond. We size the matwell to your footfall and door layout when we survey the entrance, balancing protection against the space you have available.
What is the difference between barrier matting and a recessed matwell?
Barrier matting is the matting surface itself, designed to scrape grit and absorb moisture from shoes. A recessed matwell is an aluminium or framed recess set into the floor so the matting sits flush with the surrounding surface. A recessed system gives a level, trip-free transition and a neater finish, while surface-laid matting can be a quicker, lower-cost option where forming a recess is not practical.
Does entrance matting really protect the rest of the floor?
Yes. The majority of the dirt and water on a commercial floor is walked in through the front door. Trapping it at the entrance keeps the more expensive floors deeper inside cleaner and drier, reduces slip risk in wet weather, and cuts the abrasive wear that grit causes over time, so interior floors last longer and need less cleaning.
Can you fit matting without closing our entrance during the day?
Yes. Because the main entrance often cannot be blocked during opening hours, we regularly form matwells and fit barrier matting out of hours or at weekends, then clear up behind us so the entrance is ready and trip-free for the next working day.
From the guides
Advice from our guides
Safety Flooring
Slip Resistance Explained: R Ratings, PTV and the Law
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Planning an entrance system? Let's price it up.
Tell us about your space and we'll come back with a clear, fair price, usually within 48 hours. Supply and fit, fully managed, timed around your opening hours.