Are you constantly adjusting your door mat because it just won't stay in place? It's a common annoyance many of us face, but the good news is, there are effective solutions.

In this article, we'll look into how to stop a door mat from moving, ensuring that your door mats remain firmly where you want them – adding both functionality and style to your entranceway without the daily fuss.

Make sure your welcome door mat stays in place, read on below to find out more

Understanding Why Door Mats Move

It's a common misconception that door mats simply stay put once laid down. However, the reality is that various factors contribute to their unexpected shifts. The type of carpet underneath can play a significant role – for instance, a plush, deep-pile carpet may not offer the same grip as a low-pile one. Similarly, smooth wooden flooring can be particularly challenging, as mats can easily glide over its sleek surface, creating a potential trip hazard. Recognising these underlying causes is the first step towards ensuring a safer and more stable entranceway.

Our All Weather Made to Measure Matting you can select the type of antislip backing suited to the floor type it will be sat on

The Importance of Mat Quality

When selecting a door mat, it's not just about looks – though appearance is obviously an important factor. The quality plays a major role in its functionality. High-quality mats, often found in reputable carpet stores, offer better grip and durability, ensuring they stay in place. A mat that keeps shifting or rug moving can be a tripping hazard, especially in high-traffic areas.

Investing in a good-quality mat not only improves the look of your entrance, but also helps safeguard against injuries, making it a wise choice for both safety and style.

Tips To Prevent Your Door Mat From Moving

Ensuring your door mat remains steady underfoot is above anything a matter of safety. A shifting mat can be a tripping hazard, especially in high-traffic areas.

In this section, we'll explore various methods and solutions to keep your mat firmly in place, improving both the functionality and appearance of your doorway.

1. Use Anti Slip Underlay

Anti Slip Underlay is an easy add on to ensure your doormat doesn't slip

One of the most effective ways to prevent door mats (or rugs) slipping on smooth surfaces is the use of an anti-slip underlay. Designed to ensure your door mat stays put on the floor where it belongs, this underlay is most beneficial when used on smooth floors, such as wood or tile.

Not only limited to these wood or tiles, the underlay can also be applied on any type of carpet. By adding this layer beneath your floor mats, you can massively prevent movement, ensuring that your doormats remains in place, and thus eliminating the risk of visitors slipping and sliding.

2. Purchase a Door Mat with an Anti Slip Backing

Purchasing a door mat with an anti-slip backing can be a game-changer in maintaining the mat's position. These backings are designed to be smooth, ensuring optimum contact with the floor and reducing the chances of unwanted movement.

Our Synthetic Doormat range is made from washable carpet or scraper pile with a nitrile rubber backing. We can also match the backing type to suit the type of flooring that the mat will be placed on. For carpet surfaces, a backing is applied which has cleats that grasp onto the carpet pile.

Close up of the backing added to our personalised doormats when they are sat on carpet to ensure they are anti slip

3. Create a Frame around the Mat

This option is worth considering if building a mat well recess is not an option. Beading / Edging strips are easily sourced from DIY / Hardware shops, and are used to create a frame around the mat which is glued or screwed to the floor. Although this is quite a straightforward process, a level of DIY skill is needed in cutting down the beading / edging, assembling the frame and then securing it in place. It's also a more permanent approach that will affect your flooring, since the frame will be attached to the floor. Our Cut to Size matting is perfect for building a frame around.

4. Build a Mat Well / Recess

This is the most permanent solution and probably the most effective for how to stop a door mat from moving . It's easier to build a mat well when new flooring is being laid, as all that is needed is to leave a space around the door way for the door mat to be installed. Creating a mat well within existing flooring is trickier, and therefore may require the help of a local builder / handyman. If you're looking to build a mat well or looking for guidance on how to measure your mat well for a new doormat, check out our article on How to Make a Matwell.

PVC Backed Coir Cut to Size in a matwell/recess

At Make an Entrance, we stock a range of matting that is ideal for fitting into a mat well – and with a range of thicknesses to choose from, you can ensure that the matting will be flush with the surrounding flooring. You can shop our range of cut-to-size doormats here.

We hope that this guide has been helpful in informing you on how to stop a door mat from moving. If you have any further questions, we would love to help! Email us at help@makeanentrance.com, or call 020 8819 5869.

FAQs

We've put together some of the most frequently asked questions on preventing door mat movement, which we hope will answer any further queries:

Why does my doormat keep moving?

A doormat may move due to various reasons, including the type of floor it's placed on, the type of backing the mat has, and environmental factors such as dust, moisture, and foot traffic.

How do I keep my front door rug from moving?

To prevent your front door rug from moving, consider using a non-slip matting or underlay. Additionally, ensuring the floor is clean and dry before laying the rug can also help.

How do I stop my mat moving on carpet?

To prevent a mat from moving on a carpet, you can choose a mat with a non-slip rubber backing or a gripper/claw type backing. Using a non-skid underlay underneath the mat can also be effective.

How can I secure my door mat on hard floors?

For hard floors, it's essential to clean the floor regularly and ensure it's dry. If the matting has a woven backing such as our standard plain coir doormats and is to be placed on a hard floor, we recommend using an antislip underlay as shown above. The underlay comes as a seperate material that is designed to be cut down with scissors at home.

Are you constantly adjusting your door mat because it just won’t stay in place? It’s a common annoyance many of us face, but the good news is, there are effective solutions. In this article, we’ll look into how to stop a door mat from moving, ensuring that your door mats remain firmly where you want […]

Rubber door mats are the perfect addition to any home or office entrance. They are designed to keep dirt and debris from entering your space. But, like all things, rubber door mats need regular cleaning in order to stay keep looking their best.

In this blog, we'll be delving into how to clean your rubber door mat, so that it can continue to do its job!

Rubber Door Mats are the best mats to use outdoors. Not only do they look great they also withstand the test of the British weather.

Top Tips For Cleaning Rubber Door Mats

Let's take a look at the best way to get started with cleaning your door mat:

1. Hoover Or Shake

Start by hoovering your rubber door mat with a handheld vacuum or attachment. Make sure to pay attention to the grooves and crevices, as these are areas where dirt and debris can get trapped. Alternatively, you can go outside, and give these rubber mats a good shake. This will make sure any pesky bits of dirt are dislodged from the surface of the mat.

2. Rinse

Next, take your rubber entrance mats outside and rinse them off with a garden hose or a bucket of warm soapy water. Be sure to rinse away all the loose dirt and loose debris that has accumulated on it for the best results. Pressure washers can be used for this part of the process with outdoor doormats.

3. Scrub

After rinsing, use a scrub brush to work the soap into the surface of your mat and remove any stubborn dirt or stains. As your mat is made from rubber, which is a water-resistant material, you won't need to worry about it getting damaged during this process.

4. Rinse Again

Make sure to rinse away all the soap and scrubbing residue from your mat with the garden hose or a bucket of warm water. You should allow rubber floor mats to dry fully before bringing them back inside.

Cleaning Coir Matting

Here at Make an Entrance, we take pride in the range of door mats that we offer to our customers. That's why we also offer rubber matting with coir inserts so that you can enjoy the benefits of matting that is water-absorbent, as well as sturdy.

Striped Patio Outdoor Rubber Doormat to make sure your entrance is fully covered

However, when cleaning coir matting, you'll need to take an alternative approach. Coir is water absorbent, which means that it can become saturated and water-logged if you get it wet through cleaning.

This matting needs to be shaken or brushed with a stiff brush to remove dirt, debris and dust. We'd also recommend letting any mud stains dry and then using a stiff bristle broom to further loosen any stubborn grime that has built up over time.

Avoid using carpet shampoo, baking soda or any other harsh cleaner on this material. As it is a natural product, it will damage it in the long run.

Are Door Mats Machine Washable?

Our range of rubber door mats are not machine washable. This is because the rubber material can shrink and become distorted if placed in washing machines. Therefore, it's best to follow the steps outlined above when it comes to cleaning your door mat.

How Often Should Door Mats Be Cleaned?

We recommend that you clean your rubber door mat at least once every month, whether that's just a once over with a vacuum cleaner or a deep clean. This will ensure that dirt and debris don't get trapped in the grooves or crevices of the mat, and that your entrance looks as welcoming and inviting as possible. This can also help with the longevity of your rubber door mat, as dirt trapped on the surface can cause and tear over time.

We hope that this blog has been helpful in teaching you how to clean your rubber door mat and keep it looking its best. Have a question we didn't cover? Send us a message today, and our expert team will be ready to help!

Rubber Door Mat Cleaning FAQs:

We've answered some of the most frequently asked questions about cleaning rubber door mats below:

What is the best way to clean rubber mats?

The best way to clean rubber door mas is with some soap and water. Using a scrub brush, clean off any stains you have, as well as make sure you get into any fold in the materials. Then, leave it to dry to ensure the best results.

Does water damage rubber mats?

No, rubber is known for being water resistant, so it is not damaged by water. Many outdoor doormats are made from rubber for this reason, as they're sturdy, can withstand heavy foot traffic and don't become water-logged over time!

What should you not clean rubber with?

You should not clean the rubber with any harsh cleaners such as solvents or other harsh chemicals.

Does vinegar clean rubber?

No, vinegar is very acidic and can therefore eat away at the rubber's surface. This can lead to long-term damage over time, meaning your mat cannot trap all the dirt effectively.

Are rubber mats hard to clean?

Rubber mats are some of the easiest mats to clean due to the fact you can use water on them. This means they don't have carpet pile like coir, so you don't have to worry about shedding. In addition, you don't need to purchase any special type of carpet cleaner either.

Rubber door mats are the perfect addition to any home or office entrance. They are designed to keep dirt and debris from entering your space. But, like all things, rubber door mats need regular cleaning in order to stay keep looking their best. In this blog, we’ll be delving into how to clean your rubber […]

If you're considering investing in logo door mats for your business, it's crucial to make the right decision as these mats not only serve a functional purpose but also significantly boost your brand image. Luckily, in this blog, we'll be going through how you can find the right custom logo mats for your business, including the factors you need to consider.

A Coconut Coir Logo Doormat
A Coconut Coir Logo Doormat made here in our Lincoln workshop

Key Takeaways

Material and Location Considerations:

  • The material of the logo doormat is crucial and depends on whether it will be placed indoors or outdoors. For outdoor mats, water-resistant materials like rubber are recommended to prevent waterlogging. For indoor mats, absorbent materials like coir and carpet are suitable. Coir is especially popular for its eco-friendly nature and longevity. The location also influences the decision between lift and lay mats, which are easy to clean and maintain, and recessed mats, which offer a sleek look and are set into mat wells.

Budget and Durability:

  • Budget is essential, with prices varying based on materials and customisation. While considering cost, it’s also vital to consider the long-term value and return on investment, as high-quality mats can last longer and provide better branding impact. Durability is essential to ensure the mat withstands constant foot traffic and environmental elements without fading, fraying, or losing functionality.

Design Complexity and Branding Impact:

  • The complexity of the logo design plays a crucial role in determining the cost, production time, and branding impact of the mat. More straightforward methods are cost-effective and efficient, while advanced printing technologies can handle detailed designs. Every line and colour in the logo will be meticulously printed, potentially increasing the price and enhancing branding impact. Seeking advice from the mat manufacturer or a graphic designer can help optimise the design for aesthetic appeal and brand recognition.

Let's take a look at them:

Material

Rubber Logo Mat perfect for areas that may get wet

When choosing custom door mats, there are a wide range of materials to choose from, so deciding on the right one can be a challenge. If you're ordering a personalised logo mat for the outdoors, we'd recommend a rubber mat as these are specially designed to be water-resistant. If you choose a water-absorbent material for outdoor use, there's a high chance that it can become waterlogged and ineffective over time.

Carpet Textile Logo Mat can be made in over 70 colours.

If you're after an indoor mat, we'd recommend materials such as coir and carpet due to their absorbency. These personalised logo mats are the perfect way to absorb moisture, dirt and other bits of grime before they can be brought inside. Coir matting is also a particularly popular choice due to its eco-friendly nature and longevity.

Overall, the type of mat you'll buy will depend on whether you're after an outdoor commercial entrance mat or an indoor one! Here at Make An Entrance, we stock a wide range of entrance mats and can personalise them to include your business logo, slogan or with anything you'd like!

Budget

Another essential consideration when purchasing a custom logo mat is its cost. The prices of logo mats can vary significantly based on the materials and customisation process

Here at Make an Entrance, our high-quality carpet mats and outdoor commercial entrance mats are budget-friendly options starting at £39.99. If you're looking for a durable personalised logo mat, particularly for outdoor use, rubber mats could be a good choice, though they are a bit more expensive, starting from £74.99.

For those who want highly durable mats with a natural aesthetic, coir mats are available, starting from £129.99. It's important to consider the return on investment and understand that a good quality mat can last longer and provide better branding impact.

While considering the cost is essential, it's also vital to consider the value the mat will add to your business in the long term. High-quality, attractive logo mats can enhance your entrance, making a strong impression on clients and visitors. Your logo mat purchase will continue to benefit your business for years!

The Complexity of Your Design

The design of your logo plays a key role in not only reflecting your brand image but also in determining the cost and production time of your mat.

As a general rule, simpler designs can be a cost-effective and efficient choice as they translate easily onto mats. On the other hand, if your logo is more complex, fear not! Our skilled workshop team make a range of logos with a range of designs in an impressive range of colours. While the execution of these designs might be more time-consuming, the result is a striking and unique representation of your brand that visitors will remember.

Remember, every line and colour in your logo will be meticulously inlaid onto the mat. Even though this may increase the price slightly, it’s a worthwhile investment for its superior branding impact. If your design is complex, consider seeking advice from us beforehand call 020 8819 5869 or email help@makeanentrance.com. We can help to optimise your plan for the mat, making it aesthetically pleasing and easily identifiable from a distance or even when partially obscured. In the end, it's all about creating that perfect balance between design complexity, budget considerations, production time, and impactful branding.

The Location of the Mat

As mentioned earlier, the material of your logo mats will vary depending on the location of the mat.

Indoors

If you plan on placing your personalised door mat inside, we recommend choosing coir logo mats or carpets. This is because a coir mat is water-absorbent and designed for indoor use, and so is its carpet counterpart.

Outdoors

If you want a floor mat for the outdoors, we'd recommend not using coir matting but opting for rubber or one specifically designed for outdoor use. These mats will still absorb dirt and moisture but act as a first line of defence. For best results, we recommend placing inside door mats on the other side, as this will be the most effective combination at trapping dirt when paired with an outdoor mat.

Durability 

Another important factor to consider is durability, as this will ensure your mat lasts long-term. All of our custom logo mats are crafted to endure constant foot traffic, and depending on the material, they may also be exposed to environmental elements such as rain or harsh sunlight. As such, you'll want to invest in a mat that can withstand these conditions without fading, fraying, or losing its functionality.

Lift and Lay or Recessed? 

Another factor you must consider is whether you want a lift and lay mat or a recessed one. Lift and lay mats are ones you find in entrances, as they're able to be laid down easily, which makes cleaning and maintenance easy. At the same time, recessed mats are designed to be set into mat wells, as they provide a sleek, professional look and are a popular choice for businesses.

Coir Inlay Logo Mat recessed into a matwell/recess

Both options have their merits, and your choice will depend on your specific needs, the nature of your premises, and your personal preference.

We hope this blog has given you some insight into the factors you should consider when purchasing a logo doormat. For more information, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team. We'll be more than happy to help and assist with any orders or questions you may have.

Logo Door Mat FAQs:

We've answered some of the most frequently asked questions about logo entrance mats below:

How do I choose a door mat?

To choose a door mat, you'll want to think about the features that are important to you. E.g. is durability a priority over design, or is there a specific material you have in mind? To choose a doormat, you'll want to list everything you want from your mat and then choose a material that accommodates these factors.

What's the first thing to consider when buying a door mat?

The first thing to consider is usually material; once you know this, there are many options. We'd recommend coir or carpet if you want a doormat for indoor use. Alternatively, if you're looking for an outdoor mat, we'd recommend rubber or an outdoor mat.

What type of door mat is best?

No specific mat can be defined as the 'best'. However, coir is very popular due to its eco-friendly nature, as well as the fact it is absorbent and effective and traps dirt and moisture.

Should door mat be bigger than door?

Your door mat should be as wide as the width of your door to ensure maximum efficiency.

If you’re considering investing in logo door mats for your business, it’s crucial to make the right decision as these mats not only serve a functional purpose but also significantly boost your brand image. Luckily, in this blog, we’ll be going through how you can find the right custom logo mats for your business, including […]

Have you ever wondered why your office floor doesn't get drenched and dirty during a storm? Or how some shops manage to keep their floors gleaming despite the constant foot traffic? The answer lies right beneath your feet, hard-working feature known as barrier matting.

Dual action barrier matting

In this post, we'll unpack everything there is to know about barrier matting - its various forms, functions, and its role in maintaining cleanliness and ensuring safety, all while adding to the aesthetic appeal of your space. Let's take a look at it.

Key Takeaways

Definition and Functionality:

  • Barrier matting is a specialized type of floor covering designed to trap and hold dirt, moisture, and other particles, preventing them from spreading into the interior spaces of buildings. It is often placed at entrances and high-traffic areas as the first defence against unwanted dirt and debris. Barrier matting is used in various settings, including residential buildings, commercial spaces, and industrial sites, to maintain cleanliness, enhance safety, and sometimes for anti-fatigue purposes.

Materials and Types:

  • Barrier mats are made from various materials, including coir and rubber, chosen for their robustness, practicality, and visual appeal. Coir, sourced from coconut husks, is excellent at tackling hard-to-remove dirt, while rubber is water-repelling and ideal for areas with high footfall. Coir mats are suitable for dry indoor spaces, and rubber mats are great for wet outdoor conditions or areas exposed to high foot traffic.

Installation and Maintenance:

  • Barrier mats can be installed in a mat well for a neat finish and stability, but it is unnecessary as loose-lay barrier mats are also popular for convenience. They are easy to clean and maintain; coir mats can be cleaned by shaking or using a stiff brush, and rubber mats can be cleaned with a damp cloth or hosed down for thorough cleaning. Make An Entrance is a leading supplier in the UK, offering diverse barrier matting solutions designed to meet various needs.

So, What is Barrier Matting?

Barrier matting is a specialised type of floor covering designed to trap and hold dirt, moisture, and other particles, preventing them from spreading into the interior spaces of buildings. Often placed at entrances and high-traffic areas, it serves as the first line of defense, or 'barrier', against unwanted dirt and debris carried by foot traffic.

Barrier mats are available in a variety of materials and sizes, including rubber and coir, among others. Known for their effectiveness in preserving cleanliness, reducing additional maintenance costs, and enhancing safety by reducing slip hazards, these are a crucial hygiene element in residential and commercial buildings.

What is Barrier Matting Made From?

Here at Make An Entrance, our wide range of high quality barrier matting is crafted from a selection of materials chosen for their robustness, practicality, and visual appeal. Some of the key materials we use include coir and rubber. The tough fibres of coir, a natural material sourced from coconut husks, are excellent at tackling hard-to-remove dirt. Meanwhile, rubber, known for its water-repelling and hard-wearing properties, is an ideal choice for areas exposed to high footfall and large amounts of dirt and moisture.

How Do Barrier Entrance Mats Work?

Barrier entrance mats are the first line of defense against dirt, moisture, and other debris that can be carried into a building on the soles of shoes. When someone steps on the mat, the design and materials of the mat trap these particles. This can help commercial offices to comply with building regulations and other hygiene rules.

Coir mats for instance, feature fibres that scrape off and hold onto dirt, wand they are able to trap and absorb moisture rather than letting it spread to internal floors. As a result, dirt doesn't make its way into the building, keeping the interior spaces cleaner and safer.

What types of Barrier Matting Systems are Available?

As mentioned, coir and rubber are two main types of barrier matting systems available at Make An Entrance, but our offerings extend beyond that. Coir mats are excellent for dry, indoor areas where their natural, rugged fibers can efficiently scrape off dirt from shoes. Rubber mats, which are robust and water-resistant, are great for wet, outdoor conditions or areas exposed to high foot traffic. These types of entrance matting will help prevent any slip accidents cause by wet floors.

Where is Barrier Matting Used?

Barrier matting is used in a wide range of settings due to its ability to trap dirt and moisture, thus protecting interior spaces from contamination and reducing maintenance costs. These settings include:

  1. Residential Buildings: Homes often use barrier mats at their entrances and garages to prevent dirt and debris from being tracked inside.
  2. Commercial Buildings: Offices, shops, and other commercial spaces use barrier mats in entranceways and other high-traffic areas to maintain cleanliness and ensure safe access.
  3. Industrial Sites: Factories, warehouses, and workshops may use barrier matting in entrances, exits, and workstations for safety, cleanliness, and sometimes, anti-fatigue purposes.

Why do I need Barrier Matting?  

Let's explore the main reasons why you business needs barrier matting systems:

Maintain Cleanliness

Barrier matting is an effective way to control the spread of dirt, dust, and moisture from entrances into the interior spaces of a building. This not only helps to keep the premises clean, reducing the amount of cleaning required, but it also protects floor surfaces from wear and tear caused by debris.

Enhance Safety

By trapping moisture and reducing the amount of water tracked into a building, barrier matting minimises the risk of slips and falls. This is particularly crucial in areas with high foot traffic or where children or elderly people might be moving around.

Improve Aesthetics

Besides the functional benefits, barrier matting can also enhance the visual appeal of an entrance. With a variety of styles, colours, and materials available, it can be tailored to complement the decor of the building, making a positive first impression on visitors.

Do the barrier mats have to be installed in a mat well?

While installing barrier mats in a mat well can offer a neat, flush finish with the surrounding floor, it is not an absolute necessity. The decision largely depends on the specific needs and area the mat will be placed in.

For instance, mats installed in a well are less likely to move, provide a level surface reducing the risk of tripping, and can accommodate larger, heavier-duty mats. However, loose lay barrier mats are quite popular as they're easier to install, can be moved and cleaned more conveniently, and don't require any specific floor modifications like a mat well.

Is this type of barrier matting easy to clean and maintain?

Yes, rubber matting is incredibly easy to clean and maintain due to the material's it is made from. For instance, coir mats can be cleaned by a simple shake to remove the loose dirt. For a deeper clean, a stiff brush can be used if needed once the dirt has dried completley. Rubber mats, on the other hand, can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth and can even be hosed down for more thorough cleaning.

Make An Entrance: The UKs No.1 Barrier Matting Supplier

Make An Entrance prides itself on being the UK's No.1 supplier of barrier matting. With our diverse range of products, we have redefined the standard of entrance matting systems, merging functionality with style. Each of our mats is thoughtfully designed and crafted from top-quality materials, including coir and rubber to effectively trap dirt, moisture, and debris. Get in touch with us today to start your journey with barrier matting systems!

In conclusion, whether you're looking to maintain cleanliness, enhance safety, or simply elevate the aesthetic appeal of your entranceway, Make An Entrance offers a comprehensive range of barrier matting solutions to meet your needs.

Have you ever wondered why your office floor doesn’t get drenched and dirty during a storm? Or how some shops manage to keep their floors gleaming despite the constant foot traffic? The answer lies right beneath your feet, hard-working feature known as barrier matting. In this post, we’ll unpack everything there is to know about […]

We have some fantastic news to share with you this month.  

Our family business, which we started together over 18 years ago back in 2005 has been named “Small Family Business of the Year 2023”

The prestigious Family Business of the Year Awards were held in June at the Royal College of Physicians at Regents Park in London. The awards celebrate the very best family businesses across the UK.

Make An Entrance wins Small Family Business of the Year 2023
James Shore of award sponsor SME Capital with Samantha and Stuart Burlton Co-Founders of Make An Entrance

About the Awards:

Awards are given by region, by sector, and for specific attributes such as entrepreneurship, sustainability, and innovation.

It was a very nerve-wracking evening for us. We thought that we were in the running for the Midlands and Central region, as we are based in Lincolnshire. But this category was announced and we hadn’t won.

Slowly as the evening unfolded, many awards were given out in areas where we excel such as sustainability and we still didn’t win. The ceremony was almost at a close with only two awards left to go so we concluded that we weren’t going to come away with an award and would have to content ourselves with being finalists, which is still a great achievement.

And then the final two awards were announced. The first of which is the national award for smaller businesses with under 40 employees. The second goes to a much bigger business such as a national chain.

Would we win?

As the description of the winner started our ears pricked up. The business was from Lincolnshire!

The rest of the words passed in a blur as we started to think we might have a shot. And then they announced that the overall award for Small Family Business of the Year 2023 goes to Make An Entrance.

What the Judges said:

“The family has built an award-winning business with an incredible web presence and become a market leader in what they do, rekindling the art of a traditional craft that was being lost.

The duo behind the business is a formidable force and entrepreneurial in nature, treating others as they want to be treated themselves.  They are professional and commercial, kind and valued as a business and a business at the heart of their community.  Sustainability plays its part and innovation drives the business forward.”

James Shore, Head of Family Business at SME Capital who sponsored the Small Family Business of the Year award

How we felt about it

We were completely overwhelmed. We are so proud that this business that we created as newlyweds back in 2005 following in the footsteps of Stuart’s Dad had achieved something truly special.

Running a small family business is hard work at times and the last few years have presented significant challenges for us as UK manufacturers. 

What the Awards Organiser said:

“Family businesses are the engine room of the UK economy and these awards celebrate their contribution.  It was great to bring the family business community back together in person to recognise the incredible family firms that operate throughout the UK and to crown some fantastic winners.”

“Congratulations to Make An Entrance on winning this award.  It is fantastic recognition of what they do as a business and it was a pleasure to present them with the award during a fantastic evening that once more put the family business sector on the map.”

Awards organiser, Paul Andrews, Founder and CEO of Family Business United

Thank you to you all

To win this award is an enormous pat on the back for all the hard work of our entire team, who diligently put in the work every day for our customers. Make An Entrance is a family business and we count all our employees as members of that family, so this is a win for the whole team.

We know that our customers, supporters, and team members are all an integral part of the success of our business and we want to say thank you to you all for your support over the last 18 years. We couldn’t do it without you.

With our best wishes,

Samantha  & Stuart Burlton

Co-Founders of the Make An Entrance family

Celebration Offer

To celebrate our win we have created an offer for our flagship product, our traditional hand stitched made to measure coir doormat.

Our workshops saved this product from being lost to UK manufacturing when we trained a new generation of mat makers. We lovingly handcraft each one to order in our Lincolnshire workshops.

Made to Measure Hand Stitched Doormat with FREE Coir Mat Cleaning Brush

If you order one before 3rd July, you’ll receive a cleaning brush worth £5 free. Simply add the mat, and the brush to your basket.

Enter code FAMILYBIZ at checkout and the cost of the brush will be deducted from the total.

Now is a great time to order with us. The lead time for these handmade products is currently down to just 3 weeks. Once the autumn comes we’ll get very busy again and the lead time will increase up to around 6 weeks. So if you’ve been thinking of ordering one now is a really good time.   

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We have some fantastic news to share with you this month.   Our family business, which we started together over 18 years ago back in 2005 has been named “Small Family Business of the Year 2023” The prestigious Family Business of the Year Awards were held in June at the Royal College of Physicians at […]

In 2023 at Make An Entrance we are supporting one of our favourite local charities. The Acts Trust is a Christian charity in Lincoln that empowers people to end poverty.

Stuart Burlton, MD of Make An Entrance presented Simon Hawking CEO of Act's Trust with our donations.

The Act's Trust programmes across Lincoln include:

  • The Night Light Cafes are a safe space at night for those having a mental health crisis.
  • The Lincoln Foodbank provides food aid to people in need.
  • The Community Grocery where for only £4 people in desperate need can fill a basket with an essential food shop.
  • Restore empowering those 18+ with skills, opportunities and friendship
  • Energize Youth Work services into schools and local communities

We may only be a Matting Manufacturer but this matters, and Lincoln is our home so we want to help in any way that we can.

So we have gifted some logo mats to brighten up the new Community Grocery.

Lincoln Community Grocery - fill a bag with gorgeous fresh food for just £4

We also ran a charity pub quiz evening with our friends at Beerheadz, an amazing pub in Lincoln's Bailgate area serving high-quality and unusual beers. It's one of our favourite haunts and it was great to be able to have fun with members of our local community and raise money for such an important charity at the same time.

We raised £300 and had a great time doing it.

The Alive Cafe is on the same site as the community grocery and serves delicious affordable food.

Thank you, Simon Hawking, for your inspirational leadership at Acts Trust, and to our team members Anna Parkinson and Matthew Shepperson for organising the Quiz.

You all did a really great job.

If you'd like to hear more about our charity work and other fun events be sure to follow us on social media.

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And if you have ideas about other local charities that might need our help let us know in the comments.

In 2023 at Make An Entrance we are supporting one of our favourite local charities. The Acts Trust is a Christian charity in Lincoln that empowers people to end poverty. The Act’s Trust programmes across Lincoln include: We may only be a Matting Manufacturer but this matters, and Lincoln is our home so we want to help in any […]

Make An Entrance is delighted to announce that its Managing Director has been shortlisted by the Institute of Directors as a finalist in their Director of the Year Awards for England 2023.

Stuart Burlton Managing Director at Make An Entrance
Stuart Burlton, Managing Director at Make An Entrance Limited

Stuart Burlton co-founded Make An Entrance Limited in 2005, with his wife Samantha Burlton and the couple still run the business together 18 years later. Stuart's being listed as a finalist in the Family Business Category is a wonderful recognition of almost two decades of consistent and diligent hard work.

The story of the Make An Entrance journey is truly inspirational. Having started out as a simple e-commerce operation, today it has brought almost all production in-house to become a thriving UK manufacturing business and in doing so has prevented the traditional skill of hand-stitched doormat making from being lost.

The IoD Awards are designed to find the stars of UK business and leadership. There are 3 regional awards: North, Midlands, and the East and South, with directors being recognised in 9 categories such as: Innovation, Young, Family, and Sustainability.

The IoD said:

"The calibre of entries has been consistently high this year, so it is a great achievement to be shortlisted. Congratulations!"

Stuart Burlton, Make An Entrance Co-Founder said:

"I am delighted to be shortlisted as a finalist in these awards. It is wonderful for me and the team to be recognised for all the hard work that has gone on, to transform ourselves from a humble online company 5 years ago to a full-blown UK manufacturer today. Success is a complete team effort, and my shortlisting is just a reflection of that, and is proof that manufacturing in the UK can succeed!!!"

Winners will be announced at a glittering awards ceremony at IoD Headquarters in Pall Mall, London on Friday 29th September 2023.

Find out more about this and our other awards nominations on our Awards page.

Make An Entrance is delighted to announce that its Managing Director has been shortlisted by the Institute of Directors as a finalist in their Director of the Year Awards for England 2023. Stuart Burlton co-founded Make An Entrance Limited in 2005, with his wife Samantha Burlton and the couple still run the business together 18 […]

We specialise in bespoke matting, so when our neighbour Reflect Recruitment in Lincoln got in touch to request a custom logo mat for their new office we were absolutely thrilled.

Although we can work very quickly and produce mats for customers in only a matter of days, the more notice we have the better so it was wonderful that we've had several months to work with Reflect Recruitment discussing their exact requirements and ensuring that their finished mat is absolutely perfect.

Ben, one of our mat makers, went along to install the mat.

Even before they had the keys we were able to offer advice about the right type of matting for their needs. Doormats may look pretty similar to the uninitiated but actually there a quite a lot of factors to consider.

Factors to consider in choosing a custom logo mat:

Some of the things we will ask are:

  • Indoors or Outdoors?
  • Mat well or Freestanding?
  • Logo or Plain?
  • How much clearance is under the door?
  • Who is available to clean the mat?
  • How much foot traffic will the mat get?

All of these factors influence the type of mat we would recommend.

Don't worry, if you ever need to call us for advice (020 8819 5869), we never try to talk you into anything, we just want to ensure that all our customers end up with the perfect mat for their unique set of circumstances. That way it will look good for as long as possible and do its job of keeping your internal floor coverings looking pristine too.

Stages in the process of purchasing a logo doormat from us:

  • Initial discussion to talk about requirements & you provide us a copy of your logo
  • Your named account manager will email you a quote and description of what we recommend
  • If you are happy with the quote we produce an artwork
  • You approve the artwork, or we amend it until you're happy
  • Once the artwork is approved, we produce the mat
  • Mat is delivered to you around 15 working days from the artwork sign off

Here's what our customer thinks about our service:

A BIG THANK YOU to Make an Entrance.

Our new office, based on Newark Road, North Hykeham now has a striking new coir mat in the entrance, the colours are vibrant and it catches the eye, dealing with Anna and the team has been a pleasure, thank you.

Caroline Alton, Executive Manager at Reflect Recuitment

We don't generally offer a fitting service but we did go and fit this mat and have some great pictures to share with you. We'll follow up with another blog detailing how to fit a coir logo mat.

The finished mat created the perfect welcome to Reflect Recruitment's new premises.

In the meantime, we hope you enjoyed seeing the beautiful mat we made for Reflect Recruitment. If you are interested in a mat for your business, please get in touch, our business team would love to help you.

We specialise in bespoke matting, so when our neighbour Reflect Recruitment in Lincoln got in touch to request a custom logo mat for their new office we were absolutely thrilled. Although we can work very quickly and produce mats for customers in only a matter of days, the more notice we have the better so […]

Make An Entrance is in the news! We are thrilled to announce that we have won the sought-after Business Transformation Award at a glittering awards ceremony in London’s Canary Wharf. 

Hosted by national treasure Huw Edwards, the Business Champion Awards 2023 were held at the beautiful East Wintergarden in the heart of the capital’s business district on Wednesday night 22nd March 2023.  

Sam and Stuart Burlton our co-founders collecting the award.

From over 800 nominations, a very select group of just 28 winners were announced, meaning that Make An Entrance beat 96.5% of nominees to bring their award home. 

The awards were established to offer a unique opportunity to showcase the best innovators, leaders, and entrepreneurs in the UK, and these individuals were out in force at the spectacular event. 

The Business Transformation Award specifically recognised those businesses that had faced significant challenges and whose leaders had seized the opportunity to completely overhaul the way they do things to achieve significant success. 

Make An Entrance co-founders Samantha and Stuart Burlton impressed judges with the inspirational story of how they transformed their business from a simple e-commerce operation to an impressive UK manufacturing operation, and in doing so prevented a traditional heritage skill from dying out with their hand-stitched made to measure doormats.

Awards Director, Richard Alvin said:

“Make An Entrance proved just what can be achieved when a company evolves and transforms to changing market conditions transforming their business for growth. “ 

Make An Entrance Co-Founder, Sam Burlton said: 

“We are absolutely blown away to come home with this award. The calibre of the other nominees in the Business Champion Awards was so high that we feel extremely privileged to have been chosen as a winner.

Business is hard work, and the journey we have been on to transform our business into a UK manufacturer has not always been easy. It is a testament to the hard work and determination of our entire team that today our business is thriving and we have been recognised with this prestigious award.”

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Make An Entrance is in the news! We are thrilled to announce that we have won the sought-after Business Transformation Award at a glittering awards ceremony in London’s Canary Wharf.  Hosted by national treasure Huw Edwards, the Business Champion Awards 2023 were held at the beautiful East Wintergarden in the heart of the capital’s business district on Wednesday night 22nd March […]

The theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is Embracing Equity. Our team at Make An Entrance has been reflecting on what that means to them. 

We are a UK manufacturer of custom made entrance matting and we are very proud that unusually for a manufacturing business over 70% of our UK team are women. 

Critical to our success are our partnerships with suppliers around the world, from whom we source our raw materials. 

These companies feature some amazing women as part of their teams too. 

Watch some of the Make An Entrance team striking the #EmbraceEquity pose in support of International Women's Day 2023

Read what they have to say about International Women's Day and what it means to them below. 

Anna Parkinson, Operations Manager - Make An Entrance

“International women’s day for me is a great day to reflect on how far we have come as women but also to look ahead at what else we must do. And I feel that this year’s theme of Embracing Equity really highlights this.

How Equity translates for me and how it relates to my role within a manufacturing company is; we have a diverse range of staff from various backgrounds all with a variety of experiences. It is looking at and working with them to find the areas they are strongest in and adapt areas that can be adapted to help. 

My aim is that all staff comes to work feeling appreciated, fulfilled in their role, and happy.”

Anna Parkinson, Operations Manager - Make An Entrance

Molly O’Boyle, Business Account Manager - Make An Entrance

“International Women’s Day is a time to reflect and celebrate women all over the world. This year’s theme of ‘embracing equity’ highlights the necessities people need to succeed. To me, equity surrounding International Women’s Day is all about embracing diversity and inclusivity in every way possible. 

Being a female Business Account Manager in a male-dominated industry like manufacturing makes me proud to be celebrating the accomplishments of women throughout history. Make An Entrance is breaking gender role stereotypes by embracing and encouraging women to take on workshops and leadership roles. 

I look forward to continuing my professional journey as a woman and hope to be a role model for other women joining the company.”

Molly O’Boyle, Business Account Manager - Make An Entrance

Ilse Zomer, Team Leader Customer Service - Rinos B.V.

“My team connects customers to the manufacturing process.

Empowered women tend to function more easily in a men’s world. Due to my outgoing personality, I experience no problems with inequity. Men have to realize though, that not all women have this personality. So I wish introverted women, equity too.”

Ilse Zomer, Team Leader Customer Service - Rinos B.V.

Jannie Boerhof, Production team member - Rinos B.V.

“People see working in a factory as a men's job. With 34 years of working experience at Rinos, I have proven otherwise. In my experience, there used to be a bigger difference in men's and women's tasks than today.”

Jannie Boerhof, Production team member - Rinos B.V.

 Ms. Dumindra Abeysekara, Hayleys Eco Solutions

"There should be a cause for a day dedicated to celebrating women like International Women’s Day. In a world where many males are eager to put women down, an opportunity to engage with international markets through a variety of platforms like these, the sexism and other forms of discrimination that exist today could be mitigated that gives equal opportunity to all"

Ms. Dumindra Abeysekara, Deputy General Manager, Sales and Marketing, Hayleys Eco Solutions

“Every year, as we celebrate International Women’s Day, I pause and think about my own career path and life journey as a woman as well as the stories of those women who went before. 

When we take time to reflect, there is no doubt that there has been huge progress in my lifetime, and when I consider my mother’s and grandmother’s generations the changes and improvements we have seen are phenomenal. 

Sam Burlton, Co-Founder and Owner - Make An Entrance

But, we still have such a long way to go before we truly have gender equity. 

Equity is about doing things differently depending on people’s circumstances to give people an equal opportunity for success. That’s completely different from treating everyone the same. 

In a business context, for example, we might consider different people’s training needs and invest in courses appropriate to the individual rather than saying everyone has to do the same thing when the standard course could be too easy for some and way too challenging for others.

It’s about seeing everyone as an individual, working with them, and providing what is necessary to enable them with their unique combination of skills to fulfill their potential. 

I fully #EmbraceEquity and encourage all my fellow humans to do the same.

The jobs not done until we have equity for all”

Sam Burlton, Co-Founder and Owner - Make An Entrance 

How can you get involved?

We can all do our part to keep working towards equity by having conversations about this, getting involved in International Women's Day, and sharing our opinions using this year's hashtags #IWD2023 #EmbraceEquity.

All the women from our Make An Entrance team will be attending an International Women's Day celebration lunch on Wednesday 8th March where we'll hear the inspiring stories of women from our local community in Lincolnshire.

We'd love to hear how you are marking the occasion this year. Tell us in the comments below.

Follow us on social media to see updates from our International Women’s Day celebrations throughout the day. 

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The theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is Embracing Equity. Our team at Make An Entrance has been reflecting on what that means to them.  We are a UK manufacturer of custom made entrance matting and we are very proud that unusually for a manufacturing business over 70% of our UK team are women.  Critical […]