Whether online or in person, retailers get one chance to make a first impression with customers. And while plenty of business is now conducted through the internet, foot traffic remains the lifeblood of brick and mortar stores. And the feet that walk through a store’s front door represent potential dollars in a retailer’s pocket. But […]
Most savvy businesses owners understand the importance of floor matting for safety regulations. But, few understand just how mats can be used to improve the “happy factor” at work. Aside from preventing slips due to commercial and industrial spills, mats can improve the overall mood in your office when picked and placed strategically. Consider the […]
Business owners often wonder: Why invest in extra mats and runners, especially if I already have an outdoor mat? While outdoor mats are great at lessening the debris brought indoors, they are not full proof. The best facilities have both indoor and outdoor floor coverings. Consider the following reasons why you should incorporate runners in […]
Welcome back to the Fall Product Spotlight article series on the Eagle Mat Blog! With fall just around the corner, business owners are beginning to revamp risk management programs in anticipation of busy crowds and unpredictable weather. Last week, we showcased Waterhog entry matting as one of the industry’s most popular and versatile safety matting […]
A critical component to any gym or fitness area is protective gym mats. Gym mats protect both the floor as well as the athletes exercising in the facility. Protecting the floor is important, as accumulated damage may become extremely costly to replace over time. Of greater importance is protecting the patrons who frequent the fitness […]
True, the difference between an entrance mat and an entrance runner is subtle. Generally speaking, entrance ‘mats’ are no larger than 5’x10’, though custom over-sized mats that exceed these dimensions exist. Runners, on the other hand, may run upwards of 50’ in length. Given this basic difference in size, it is helpful to remember that […]
Eagle Mat and Floor Products has proudly served the Washington D.C. Metro area for over 30 years. In that time, we have forged countless relationships with businesses of many different sizes and verticals. From national real estate development companies to local retail outlets, our client base includes a diverse variety of businesses that each has […]
Using Entrance Mats That Promote Safety While Enhancing Brand Image There’s nothing worse than a pair of worn out, dangerously disheveled entrance mats inside the doorway of a high-end electronics boutique. Unfortunately, a recent trip to Miami Beach landed a member of the Eagle Mat Blog’s editorial team face-to-face with that very worst case scenario. […]
Risk management programs are instrumental in making facilities a safe place for employees and customers alike. Critical to success is the ability to be anticipatory, or proactive, in identifying areas of potential risk. The Eagle Mat Blog is proud to present the Your Facility’s Risk Management Plan, a four-part article series designed to help business […]
An ‘Entrance System’ contains the incoming dirt, moisture, and debris that crowds of visitors inevitably carry into commercial buildings. These systems vary depending on the location; Carpet-topped entrance mats are usually used in buildings that experience a low-to-medium degree of daily traffic, while recessed mats and tiles are popular in larger spaces that experience a […]
