Our scraper and kitchen mats also double as anti-fatigue mats. In addition to trapping dirt and moisture and reducing slips and bacteria, our scraper and kitchen mats can also help your staff to feel more comfortable while they work. These mats are resistant to breakage and yet are also easy to handle, move and clean. All our anti-fatigue mats feature 100% nitrile rubber construction, making them resistant to grease, chemicals and oil.

A woman standing comfortable on an anti-fatigue mat

If you're interested in an anti-fatigue mat, you can choose from two options, according to your specific needs:

Scraper-style mat - your first line of defense against dirt and moisture
Kitchen-style mat - for demanding or wet environments

For tips on how to strategically place mats on your premises to provide optimal protection, check out our Product Placement and Service Guide.

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The Facts about Dirt

Research has turned up some interesting facts on the troublesome problem of dust and dirt. Consider the following:

More than 80% of dirt and grime in public buildings is tracked from outside.
One square yard of commercial carpeting can accumulate one pound of dirt a week and up to two pounds of dirt a week during wet weather.
Dirt and dust cause 90% of computer failures.
Over 30% of worker injuries are slip related.
Dust is a major source of indoor air pollution.
91% of shoppers select a store to shop in because of its appearance.
It is estimated that 90% of building maintenance cost is labour and 39% of all custodial time is devoted to floor care and maintenance.

Clearly, dust and dirt are major problems and yet the cost and effort of removing dirt from your premises can be costly. For instance:

The cost of removing one pound of dirt from a building can easily exceed $500.
Only 10% of dirt is removed from floor mats with a vacuum cleaner.
Moisture and tracked-in dirt can quickly destroy vacuums.

Universal Services can help you keep your premises free from dirt at a fraction of the cost and hassle of doing this work yourself. Contact us to find out how we can help you and your business.