As a discussion point, rubber mats may not be on the tip of most
people’s tongues, but if a friend or loved-one slips and injures themselves
around a swimming pool, the subject comes into sharp focus.
Ideally, the importance of these would be acknowledged without serious
injury to anyone required to make that point.
Bacteria
Aside from minimizing slip-risk around swimming pools, these mats play a
big role in keeping microbial bacteria in such a damp area, at bay. A benefit,
anyone who has ever had a foot infection or veruca will attest to.
Comfortable
Due to the fact that invariably, mats around swimming pools will be used
by people walking barefoot, they are made of extremely soft and comfortable rubber.
People walking comfortably are much less likely to lose their balance in what
is quite a dangerous area.
Are there different
thicknesses?
Yes, they come in various depths, depending on whether they’re need at
public baths or round a private pool, which would obviously normally mean much
less wear and tear. Usually, you will find the thickness ranges from between
9mm and 14mm.
We call them
‘rubber’ mats, but are they just rubber?
No, rubber is a very general term. Specifically, you can get mats in all
PVC, or an equal mix of polyethylene and Escorene mix.
Interlocking
It is not just available in a ‘one-size fits all’ roll either. Pool mats
come in interlocking tiles that can be used to created any desired shape making
them ideal for any pool, anywhere… in fact not just pools. Anywhere lots of
moisture is present e.g. saunas, this type of mat could prove to be worth their
weight in gold if they keep everyone safe.
Take a look at our Swimming Pool Matting products to find out more.
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