Barrier Mats

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Un-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier Mats
Dirt-Trapping Entrance Barrier Mat 120x180cm - Durable Red Indoor/Outdoor Floor Protection with Non-Slip Backing.
£26.66
Un-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapper Barrier Mat 60x90cm for Home & Office Entryways
£11.04
Un-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapper Barrier Mat 120x180cm, Durable & Absorbent Grey Entrance Mat
£26.66
Un-Branded BROWN Barrier Mat 80cm x 300cm - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BROWN Barrier Mat 80cm x 300cm - Barrier Mats
High-Traffic Dirt Trapper Mat 80x300cm – Heavy Duty & Non-Slip Brown Barrier for Entrances
£29.42
Un-Branded RED BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded RED BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier Mats
Tough Dirt Trapper Mat 90x200cm - Red & Black, Absorbent Entryway Mat
£23.13
Un-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapping Brown Barrier Mat - 90x200cm, Durable, Water Absorbent, Non-Slip
£23.13
Un-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 60 X 180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 60 X 180 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapper Barrier Mat 60x180cm - Brown, Durable, Non-Slip, Water Absorbent
£16.21
Un-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 40 x 60 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 40 x 60 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapper Entrance Mat, Red, 40x60cm, Non-Slip, Durable, Washable
£8.16
Un-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier Mats
Tough Dirt Trapper Entrance Mat - Blue, 60x90cm, Absorbent
£11.04
Un-Branded Anthracite BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded Anthracite BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier Mats
Heavy Duty Anthracite Barrier Mat 90x200cm for High Traffic Areas
£23.13
Un-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier Mats
Heavy-Duty Dirt Trapper Entrance Mat, 60x90cm Red, Non-Slip & Absorbent Barrier for Home & Office
£11.04
Un-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 90 X 150 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 90 X 150 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapper Entrance Mat, Brown 90 x 150 cm, Durable & Absorbent.
£18.81
Un-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 90 X 150 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 90 X 150 - Barrier Mats
Outdoor & Indoor Barrier Mat 90x150cm - Dirt Trapping & Absorbent
£18.81
Un-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT 60 X180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT 60 X180 - Barrier Mats
Dark Blue Dirt Trapper Mat 60x180cm, Water Absorbent Entry Mat
£16.21
Un-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier Mats
Entrance Dirt Trapper Mat, 60x90cm, Grey, Non-Slip, Durable.
£11.04
Un-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier Mats
Indoor/Outdoor Dirt Trapper Mat 90x200cm - Heavy Duty, Non-Slip, Absorbent, Easy Clean Grey Barrier Mat.
£23.13
Un-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 40 x 60 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 40 x 60 - Barrier Mats
Washable Dirt Trapper Barrier Mat 40x60cm for Home Entryways
£8.16
Un-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT - 90 X 200 - Barrier Mats
Blue Barrier Mat for Entrances, 90x200cm, Non-Slip, Dirt Trapping
£23.13
Un-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BROWN BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier Mats
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£26.66
Un-Branded RUST BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded RUST BARRIER MATT 60 X 90 - Barrier Mats
Mud-Stopping Barrier Mat 60x90cm - Heavy Duty, Non-Slip Dirt Trapper
£11.04
Un-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded BLUE BARRIER MATT 120 X 180 - Barrier Mats
Entrance Dirt Trapper Mat, 120 x 180cm, Absorbent & Non-Slip
£26.66
Un-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 60 X180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 60 X180 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapping Red Barrier Mat, 60x180cm – Non-Slip, Durable & Easy Clean.
£16.21
Un-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 60 X 180 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded GREY BARRIER MATT 60 X 180 - Barrier Mats
Entrance Dirt Trapper Barrier Mat 60x180cm, Durable & Absorbent
£16.21
Un-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 90 X 150 - Barrier MatsUn-Branded RED BARRIER MATT 90 X 150 - Barrier Mats
Dirt Trapping Barrier Mat, Red, 90 x 150cm, Non-Slip, Durable, for Entrances
£18.81

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What makes a barrier mat different

Three things do the work. The pile is short, dense and abrasive, which lifts grit and mud off shoes instead of letting it pass over the top. The fibres are absorbent, so rainwater stays in the mat rather than being tracked onward as wet footprints. And the backing is a heavy non-slip material with bound or PVC edges, which keeps the mat flat and stops the corners curling into a trip hazard. A decorative rug fails on all three counts. It'll look nice for a fortnight and then look grubby.

Working out the right size

The rule of thumb is that a mat should give someone at least two full strides before they reach clean flooring. One stride removes a fraction of the dirt. Three or four removes most of it. For a standard front door, 60 x 90cm or 80 x 120cm is usually enough. For a wider entrance, a porch or a back door that opens onto a garden, go for 80 x 180cm or larger. Long hallways and shared entrances suit the 80 x 200cm and 80 x 300cm runners. Measure the doorway first and check the door has clearance to swing over the mat.

Where they make a difference

Front and back doors are the obvious spots. Utility rooms and boot rooms are the next, particularly if you've got dogs coming in off wet fields. Home offices with a separate outside door benefit too, as does the top of a set of stairs where people bring outdoor shoes upstairs. Plenty of our customers use them in shops, salons, village halls and small workshops, where the mats get walked on hundreds of times a day and still hold up.

Choosing a colour that stays looking decent

This is more practical than it sounds. Anthracite and grey hide dirt best, which is why you see them in commercial entrances. Brown and rust are forgiving with mud in particular and suit older properties and country cottages. Red and blue read as deliberate rather than functional, which works well if the mat sits somewhere visible and you'd rather it looked like a design choice. Whatever you pick, a slightly darker shade than your flooring will look cleaner for longer between washes.

Keeping them in good condition

Vacuum regularly, ideally twice a week in winter. Shake or beat the mat outdoors every few weeks to release the grit that's worked down into the pile. Most of the range can be washed down with warm water and mild detergent, then left to dry flat before going back on the floor. Don't put them in a tumble dryer, and don't fold them for long periods, as the backing can crease. Looked after sensibly, a decent barrier mat should give you several winters.

Barrier Mats Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a barrier mat and how is it different from a normal doormat?

    A barrier mat is built for volume. The pile is denser and coarser than a standard doormat, the fibres absorb far more water, and the backing is heavier so it stays put. Where a doormat is a token gesture at the threshold, a barrier mat is designed to stop dirt travelling any further into the building.

  • What size barrier mat should I buy?

    Aim for a mat long enough that someone takes at least two steps on it before reaching your flooring. A standard front door is usually well served by 60 x 90cm or 80 x 120cm. Wider entrances and back doors onto the garden work better with 80 x 180cm or above. Hallways and shared entrances suit the 80 x 200cm and 80 x 300cm runners.

  • Will the mat slip on a laminate or tiled floor?

    No. The mats have a non-slip backing designed to grip smooth surfaces, and the edges are bound or PVC finished so they lie flat rather than curling up. On very smooth polished floors it's worth giving the mat a day or two to settle and flatten fully.

  • Can I use a barrier mat outside?

    These are intended for indoor use. Left out in the rain permanently they'll stay damp and won't perform properly. If you want something for an exposed outdoor position, look at a purpose built outdoor entrance mat with a drainage design instead.

  • Are barrier mats safe on wooden and laminate floors?

    Yes. The backing is designed not to mark or stain flooring. It's still worth lifting the mat every few weeks to let the floor underneath dry out and to clear any grit that has worked its way beneath, which is the usual cause of fine scratches.

  • How do I clean one?

    Vacuum it regularly, more often through winter. Every few weeks, take it outside and shake or beat it to release trapped grit. For a deeper clean, wash the surface with warm water and a mild detergent, rinse, and dry it flat. Avoid tumble drying.

  • Do you charge for delivery?

    No. Delivery is free on all orders to the UK mainland, and your mat should arrive within 3 to 5 working days. There are no hidden fees added at checkout.

  • Can I return a barrier mat if I've ordered the wrong size?

    Yes. If you've simply changed your mind or picked the wrong dimensions, you can return the mat, but the cost of return postage is yours to cover. If a mat arrives faulty or damaged, that's handled separately, so get in touch and we'll sort it out.