Frequently Asked Questions

Our wear ratings are for guidelines only and are illustrated with the foot symbol. 5 ‘yellow dots’ signal the highest wear rating, meaning these products are suitable for heavy-duty use. ‘3’ is for moderate 1 ‘yellow dot’ is for lightweight use only. Each environment is different and some locations may be more punishing than others. Our […]

Some of our matting products are available in custom made sizes.  You can reference the size guide in the specification details relating to individual products.  Products that are available in custom sizes are usually described as ‘special sizes available on request’.  Please note that delivery times are normally longer when matting is made to order. […]

Modular matting refers to any mat that is made of interlocking components. This could be interlocking floor tiles or sections of matting. Examples include Comfort-Lock, Fatigue-Step, Flexi-Deck and Q-Beez. They are useful because they can be linked together to cover different floor sizes, and as they are in sections, they are easy to handle and move […]

If it sits too ‘proud’ from the ground and doesn’t have bevelled (ramped) edges, then yes, matting can sometimes cause a trip hazard.  The thicker (deeper) the mat, the more essential it is to have bevelled edges to reduce the risks of tripping. Many of our workplace mats have tapered edges as standard, or we […]

Where there is swarf present, it is always advisable to opt for open hole mats rather than those with solid surfaces. Open hole designs, such as COBAmat® allow swarf to fall ‘through’ the mat. Loose swarf on a solid surface mat can become a slip hazard, and sharp debris can pierce or stick into the […]

This depends on the environment, primarily whether it is wet or dry. If it is wet or oily, then we recommend a mat with open holes to provide drainage for liquid spillage to help prevent slip hazards. Open holes also allow dry debris to fall ‘through’ the mat, rather than rest on the mat’s surface.  […]

Very often for safety reasons, to reduce the risk of slipping. Holes provide ‘drainage’ for liquid spillage, and capture debris in swarf-prone areas. Dry dust and debris can also be a slip hazard as they act like marbles on the floor surface.  If debris falls ‘through’ the mat, then this risk is minimised. Matting with […]

What are loose lay entrance mats? Loose lay entrance mats are matting that does not have to be installed either in a matwell or adhered to the floor. They can simply be placed onto the floor surface and then removed quickly and easily when no longer needed. It is not necessary to prepare the floor […]

Yes, upon request, we will swiftly organise the product samples you require, in the colours that you require them in, clearly labeled for your reference. Free samples can very often be with you by the next day.

Yes, we can make bespoke entrance matting, measured to specification. Simply contact us.

The best outdoor entrance matting options are Super Scraper, Super Contract Fall, Premier Grip and Premier Star Gripper Plus with woven brush.

Yes, we can incorporate your company logo or text, onto a logo mat. Choose from over 20 colours. We will even create a mockup of your mat for you to sign off before go-ahead.

We have a wide range of entrance matting systems available in a number of materials such as; Aluminium, and PVC tile options. There are systems suitable for mat wells or systems that can be laid directly to the floor. The entrance matting comes in three different formats; interlinking entrance tiles, matting on rolls and custom […]

Entrance Matting is crucial for underfoot safety to prevent slips and trips. The matting can stop dirt and moisture being walked into buildings, and can reduce cleaning and maintenance costs. Effective entrance matting can prolong the life of your interior floor coverings.

The first place to start is with a free site survey, our sales team will come to your premises and make matting recommendations to suit your  environment and budget, helping you get the very best from your investment. Whether it is down to product choice, or measuring the area in which the matting is to […]

How you clean and maintain your entrance matting system depends on the type of system that you have. We’ve put together a comprehensive cleaning and maintenance guide for all COBA entrance matting systems.

There are a number of entrance matting options available if you don’t have a mat well. Entrance matting such as Trio Brush, Trio Scraper and Dm Aluminium can be laid directly on the floor surface, with the addition of quality edging. There are also carpet options suitable for use without a mat well, Alba is a premium nylon entrance […]

We recommend when choosing an entrance matting system that zoning is considered. In order to determine the correct product. We’ve also put together these tips for first time buyers.

Aluminium systems can be more luxurious products, which are more hard wearing and have a longer warranty. We’ve also investigated in detail if aluminium entrance matting is worth the investment.

Entrance matting, production time depends on which product you select, as some products are on the shelf items and some are bespoke. Please contact our sales team who will be able to advise accordingly

We can’t stress the importance of length enough when it comes to entrance matting, and the optimum length for moisture wiping. A long enough ‘walk off’ area is needed because people don’t stop to wipe their feet. Our team at COBA Africa recommends allowing a minimum of six footsteps to wipe footwear. Also bear in […]

We would suggest a closed construction mat, mainly due to ease of cleaning. We have many products that could work well, such as Trio Brush, Trio Scraper, Q-Beez and Spectra Clean.

Aluminium entrance matting is good at wiping shoes, and can enable debris or moisture to fall through the mat (open construction) – keeping the surface debris free.

Our knowledgeable sales teams are based in offices throughout Europe and South Africa, they are here to help you make the right decision. We can provide free product samples and conduct site surveys. We also have a helpful after-sales Customer Service team. If you have a query, we confidently answer it, usually in your own […]

Yes, all of our entrance matting has been designed to reduce moisture being walked into buildings.

A mat well is not always required. Entrance matting such as Trio Brush, Trio Scraper and Dm Aluminium can be laid directly on the floor surface, with the addition of quality edging. Contact our service team for expert advice on the most suitable matting for your environment.

Carpet can fade within time, our warranties vary between 2 years – 10 years.

This all depends on the environment the entrance matting has been installed in, and whether it has been correctly specified for its purpose. A good cleaning and maintenance routine will also help to prolong its life.

Entrance matting with a high percentage of carpet will deliver the best moisture absorbing performance, combined with scraping inserts. We have Alba, Berber Point or Woven Brush options available. Our team can specify the ideal combination of inserts on your matting that will be suitable for your needs.

The best entrance matting systems for scraping are Premier Star Gripper Plus with Woven Brush inserts or Dm Aluminium with Woven Brush inserts.

Yes, many of our products have guarantees. Please refer to individual products for guarantee details and warranty periods.

A dust control mat is a door mat that has been designed to remove and capture dust particles carried in on footwear.  Dust particles are trapped within the mat to help prevent them polluting the atmosphere.  Our best performing dust control mats include Microfibre Doormat, COBAwash, Cotton Mat, Wash & Clean, Cushion Fall and Enviro-Mat.

A good scraper entrance mat should generally be suitable for outdoor use and is designed to scrape the bulk of dirt from footwear before entering a building. We recommend mats with a tough, abrasive top surface either with flexible or rigid nodules, or ribbed/textured ‘scraping’ designs to remove dirt particles from footwear. Mats with open […]

PVC matting, because PVC does not support the growth of bacteria and is therefore more hygienic.  It is also comfortable to walk on barefoot and provides a safer anti-slip surface. Our recommended products include: Leisure Mat, Flexi-Deck PVC Floor Tiles, and Diamond Grid PVC matting. Further details on these products can be found in our […]

Generally rubber matting that has some nitrile content. In our range, we would recommend the following products: Bubblemat, K-Mat, Fatigue-Step, Diamond Grid and Orthomat Premium. Please refer to the Workplace Product Selector in our catalogue for further guidance, or contact our Customer Service team for assistance.

Forklift trucks will damage most mats. This normally occurs when the wheels are turned on the product. Solid Fatigue-Step and Comfort-Lok can be used in conjunction with forklifts, but we suggest bonding the tiles to the floor for the best performance. Please seek expert advice from our Customer Service team to help you pick the […]

It depends on the construction of the product, and whether it has a backing. Those products that have multiple layers ‘sandwiched’ together are not ideal for cutting because the inner materials need to be sealed. Some PVC products can be successfully cut.  Please seek advice from our Customer Service team to see if the matting […]

The material your mats are manufactured from will influence the recommended method of cleaning. For entrance mats, please refer to our comprehensive cleaning guide. For rubber or PVC matting, we generally recommend brushing, mopping and pressure washing with a detergent. Please refer to the Technical Specification details for each product, published on this website and […]

That depends on whether your job requires standing in a static position, or whether you need to walk alongside machinery or equipment. If you are standing in a static position, then a smaller mat can suffice.  However, if you need to take steps (walk) within your workspace, then always make sure the matting is as […]

There are many influencers. It depends on the environment in which it has been installed, whether it is suitable for that particular environment, and how it is maintained. Also usage needs to be considered. For example, three shifts would wear matting quicker than a one shift environment. This underlines the importance of correctly specified matting. […]

Orthomat Premium, Solid Fatigue Step, Fatigue Step, MK3 and Cobawash would be considered some of the most durable matting in their respective categories.

Not as such.  However, as part of the Health and Safety at Work Act, employers are responsible for ensuring that workplace floors are safe. This includes taking measures to reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls for employees and visitors. General health and wellbeing is a factor too. If workers have to regularly stand […]

Yes, we do. We offer free site surveys to our customers throughout South Africa. Our experienced sales team operates nationwide and they are more than happy to visit your premises to assess your requirements and make recommendations. We regularly accompany our distributors on site visits.