Storage Information.

Protect your investment with proper handling and storage. Following the correct procedures for unrolling, rolling, and storing your Matting By Design floor mat ensures long-term performance, appearance, and durability.

Prepare the Surface
The proprietary pink backing requires a smooth, clean floor to grip properly.

• Finished floors (terrazzo, marble, hardwood): sweep and mop thoroughly
• Concrete floors: seal if possible; otherwise sweep and mop to remove debris

Unwrap the Mat

• Carefully slit the outer wrapping without cutting the protective padding
• Remove and discard the outer wrap
• Slightly unroll the mat to remove protective padding
• Save the cardboard core for future storage

Position and Unroll

• Place the rolled mat where it will be installed
• With assistance if needed, unroll the mat and allow it to rest flat for several minutes

Move Into Place

• Keep the mat low to the ground and grip the fibers (not the edges)
• Use a wave motion to allow air underneath, making it easier to move

Prepare the Mat

• Ensure the mat is completely dry
• Vacuum to remove dirt and debris
• Flip the mat so the pink backing is facing up

Roll the Mat

• Place the cardboard core at the shortest end
• Tuck the edges around the core
• Roll tightly and evenly with assistance, keeping the core straight
• Once fully rolled, continue rolling a few extra turns to secure
• Wrap tightly with shrink wrap to hold shape

Storage Best Practices

• Always store mats lying flat
• Never store mats upright or on their ends, as this can damage edging and cause wrinkles
• Do not place objects on top of stored mats

Stacking Guidelines

• Mats may be stacked, but always place heavier mats on the bottom
• Use proper equipment, such as four-wheel dolly carts, to transport mats safely

With proper storage practices, your mat will maintain its structure, performance, and appearance for years to come.