Which Recycled Materials are used in Mats?

Mats are not always made 100% from recycled materials and some virgin materials may be used. This can help ensure the mats are more effective for longer durations. The right balance of materials needs to be applied to make a mat more eco-friendly. Recycled plastic, reclaimed from PET plastics bottles or used fishing lines, can be made into many objects we use in daily life. Such objects include pencils, furniture as well as mats. The mat pile in many of our products is made in this way and it gives good scraping and wiping performance. It is also very durable and remains effective for a longer time than most natural materials, such as cotton and coir. Mats which use plastic backing, such as PVC, or are made wholly of plastic, such as chair mats, may also use more recycled plastic content. Recycled rubber from sources such as used vehicle tyres, can be used in objects such as 4G football pitches, playground flooring and mats. Fully rubber mats and mats with a rubber backing may use recycled rubber content.

Sustainable Mats

Q: Coir Matting: An Eco-Friendly Choice

Coir derives from the husks of coconuts, making it a natural and renewable choice that literally grows on trees. This inedible part would otherwise be discarded, but can be woven and made into mats. Coir is biodegradable and compostable, so it will not end up in landfill waste. The commercial coir mats we sell at Trusted Mats are more durable than standard coir mats, which means they will need replacing less often resulting in less waste. Compared to the manufacture of synthetic materials, the production process of coir using significantly less energy and water resource and avoids the chemical usage required to make synthetic mats.

Q: How do I Recycle my old Floor Mat?

Your local recycling centre is likely to be the most convenient option. Check first to see if you can recycle your old mat there. Alternatively, contact the supplier of the recyclable mat to find out how it can be recycled and the process you need to follow.

Our eco-friendly and sustainable mats are made to be better for our planet. Many use recycled / reclaimed materials which stops these materials going into landfill. Our coir mats are made from sustainable natural coconut fibres. Many of the sustainable mats can be recycled at the end of their life, so the mats can be turned into new products.

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Sustainable Mats: Eco-Friendly Matting for a Greener Workplace

At Trusted Mats, sustainability is something we consider across everything we do, from the products we stock and the suppliers we choose, to the way we package and deliver our mats. Our sustainable mats range brings together products that make better use of recycled and natural materials, are built to last longer, and are kinder to the environment.

What Makes a Mat Sustainable?

Sustainability in matting covers the materials a mat is made from, how long it lasts, and what happens to it at the end of its life. A durable mat that lasts years longer than a cheaper alternative is often the more sustainable choice, even if its materials aren’t entirely recycled.

Recycled Materials: Many mats in our range use recycled plastic or rubber content, reducing demand for virgin materials.
Natural & Renewable Materials: Products such as coir matting use biodegradable materials that require far less energy and water to produce than synthetics.
Durability: Longer-lasting mats mean fewer replacements, lower costs, and less waste over time.
Responsible Packaging: All our mats are packaged to protect them in transit while minimising unnecessary waste.

What Recycled Materials Are Used in Mats?

A balance of recycled and virgin content is sometimes needed to ensure a mat performs well and lasts as long as possible. Here are the main recycled materials used in our range:

Recycled Plastic

Plastic reclaimed from PET bottles and used fishing lines can be processed into mat fibres. The pile in many of our entrance and scraper mats is made this way, providing excellent scraping performance that is also highly durable. Mats with PVC backings and chair mats may also incorporate recycled plastic content. Our Shades Eco Heavy Duty Mats have a face 95% constructed of recycled PET plastic bottles.

Recycled Rubber

Rubber reclaimed from used vehicle tyres is widely used in playground flooring, sports surfaces, and matting. Fully rubber mats and those with a rubber backing in our range may use recycled rubber content, giving a second life to materials that would otherwise go to waste.

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Is Coir Matting an Eco-Friendly Choice?

Coir is one of the most naturally sustainable matting materials available. Derived from coconut husks, a by-product that would otherwise be discarded, it is renewable, biodegradable, and compostable, meaning it will not contribute to landfill at the end of its life. Compared to synthetic materials, coir production requires significantly less energy and water and avoids the use of chemicals.

The commercial-grade coir mats we stock are also more durable than standard coir products, meaning they need replacing less frequently, further reducing waste over time.

In addition to this, our 17mm coir matting has a natural latex backing, making it even more sustainable than those with a PVC backing.

How Do I Recycle My Old Floor Mat?

When a mat has reached the end of its useful life, recycling it where possible is the most responsible disposal option.

Your local household recycling centre is often the most convenient option, check in advance whether your mat material is accepted
For mats made from specialist recycled materials, contact the supplier about any take-back or recycling schemes they offer
Natural materials such as coir can be composted rather than sent to landfill
Rubber mats may be accepted at recycling centres that handle rubber, check locally for facilities in your area

Why Choose Trusted Mats for Sustainable Matting?

We are committed to offering sustainable choices wherever possible, in the products we source, the suppliers we partner with, and the way we operate. Whether you are looking for recycled plastic entrance mats, natural coir matting, or rubber products with recycled content, we can help you find a solution that meets both your performance and sustainability requirements.

Browse our full sustainable mats range or contact our team for guidance on choosing the most eco-friendly option for your needs.