Boats are a way of life for many people. They can be an integral part of a family’s living or they can be recreational objects for those looking to get away from land for a while. As tough as modern seafaring vessels are, they can still be potential areas of hazard. Without the proper rubber boat deck mats in place, the risk of moisture related slip and fall accidents occurring increases. Rubber flooring also protects wooden boat flooring and increases its life in the face of foot-traffic and the elements. Additionally, they aid in keeping you comfortable on your feet while standing for extended periods of time. Rubber-Cal makes it a point to offer yacht and ship owners a quality line of rubber flooring for boats that can help increase anti-slip safety, enhance anti-fatigue comfort, and provide superior base flooring protection at competitive rates. A versatile and irreplaceable product, boat deck mats are highly-regarded by seafarers of all types (commercial or recreational) everywhere.
Since ships are meant to be out on the water, it is only natural that the surfaces of your equipment will get wet and slippery. Unfortunately, this increases the chance of a dangerous accident occurring. Boats can be hazardous places if you don’t know what you’re doing or don’t have the proper equipment in place. The danger is made worse because such accidents can lead to people falling overboard. Boat deck mats made of rubber are great safeguards against slips. This is due to rubber’s naturally high level of traction and grip. It helps keep feet gripped safely and securely on the surface of the marine flooring. It retains this level of traction even when water pools and covers the boat deck surface. Having a boat floor covering made of rubber greatly reduces the chance of someone losing his or her footing and suffering an accident. When people are safe, they will be happier and more comfortable.
“Fishbone-Pattern” Rubber Flooring
- “Fishbone-Pattern” features zigzag lines to enhance traction
- Made from 100% SBR for industrial strength and durability
- Withstands moisture, UV rays, and ozone for all-weather resistance
- Absorbs shock and abrasions for heavy-duty sub-floor protection
Heavy-Duty Floor Protection: The primary function of this non-slip flooring is to act as a protective barrier for sensitive sub-floors. SBR is known for its intense durability and abrasion resistance, making it a great choice for outdoor flooring. The material absorbs movement and takes the abuse of impacts and foot traffic so that sensitive sub-floors don’t have to. These protective mats offer industrial level strength to lessen impact, absorb vibrations, and muffle sound.
Extra Layer of Slip-Resistance: What makes these traction mats truly unique is their “Fishbone-Pattern” surface texture, which features symmetrical zigzagging lines. While the SBR material has a degree of natural grip to it, this design enhances traction even further for multidirectional slip-resistance in the presence of moisture. The alternating grooves in this non-slip flooring also serve as effective shoe-scrapers, pulling out dirt and debris to provide the safest walking surface possible.
Speaking of comfort, rubber flooring for boats helps provide plenty of that too. The rubber material in some of our boat deck mats is soft enough and has a high enough level of pliability to relieve the feet and ankles of stress and built-up pressure that can accumulate over prolonged periods of standing. Imagine the amount of work that goes into sailing and navigating a vessel. From moving yardarms to pulling line and steering the helm, the amount of time spent on your feet while boating is far from inconsequential. That is where the comfort and traction of boat deck mats come into play. This anti-fatigue comfort is highly desirable for fishermen who stand on their feet for hours at a time. Beyond that, anti-fatigue comfort is a generally desired quality for any kind of boat flooring, no matter what the boat is used for. This feature of our boat deck mats will help make sure that everyone on the ship is comfortable and happy.
The price of a boat will understandably vary wildly depending on size, application, age, and a surfeit of other factors. But many recreational boaters can expect to pay (as estimated by Mint.com) up to $25,000 on a boat in the first year of ownership. With an investment of this size, it only makes sense to protect your vessel as much as possible. In addition to their remarkable safety and comfort benefits, boat deck mats are also crucial for protecting the base surfacing that marine vessels come with. Normally, these outside surfaces tend to be made of wood, although some are known to use metal flooring. These are vulnerable to the elements. Wood, in particular, can be damaged by both prolonged exposure to sunlight and by corrosive salt water. Having a rubber boat floor covering in place will help guard wooden surfaces against environmental damage. The rubber in these boat deck mats is perfect for this type of protection because it features a superior degree of moisture resistance to that of wood. Rubber is non-porous and does not allow liquid permeation. This ensures that a rubber boat flooring will not allow damage as a result of the constant water exposure experienced by a boat deck. The chances of moisture related byproducts such as mold appearing are also greatly reduced because rubber inhibits the development of such organisms on its surface. Although not entirely immune, rubber tends to have more longevity than other materials in the presence of water. The protection offered by rubber marine flooring does not stop there.
In addition to guarding marine flooring against moisture, boat deck mats also help in preventing physical damage from occurring. Rubber is naturally tough and durable material. A rubber boat floor covering is an excellent barrier between sensitive bases and heavy weights. Wooden floors can be damaged by both constant foot traffic and by the press of heavy metal or plastic equipment. Repairing such damage can be very expensive, so having boat flooring made of rubber laid out on the surfaces will help you save money in the long term. Rubber marine flooring can absorb the impacts of heavy weights and offer a protective layer at very affordable rates. Durable rubber boat deck mats can also offer abrasion resistance and handle the constant wear coming from the feet of seafarers. Protecting your boat from damages and abrasions is not solely an aesthetic concern either. Even apparently small dings and scrapes can seriously and negatively impact the constitution of your vessel’s hull. Safe to say, boat deck mats are cost-effective solution in the short- and long-term no matter how you view it.
It is the physical make-up of our boat deck mats that really sets them apart when it comes to providing premium protection and underfoot safety aboard your vessel. A variety of different products are available that can give you top-quality rubber flooring for boats. Some products might have surface protrusions, which give your feet extra edges to grip and in turn provide superior traction. This is an important feature for high-grip surfacing, to add to the natural friction offered by rubber. Other products might offer a pattern of surface holes to filter water away from the standing surface and give you additional grip. No matter what option you go for, all boat deck mats are designed to help you keep your feet – even on choppy waters with puddles covering your deck!
Some of Rubber-Cal’s boat deck mats are made of recycled rubber. Recycled rubber is an eco-friendly product that helps reduce your carbon footprint while offering an increased level of durability. The types of rubber flooring for boats that are made with recycled rubber material are cost-effective alternatives to products made of synthetic materials.
Boat deck mats made of rubber are the best kind of boat flooring to have. Every marine vessel needs boat floor covering that can keep both it and the people within it safe. Our line of boat deck mats is designed to offer the best anti-slip safety and anti-fatigue foot comfort. Marine surfaces will also be shielded from both the elements and equipment. Safe vessels are happy ones, so make sure to get the best flooring protection for your prized possession.
“Soft Cloud Drainage” Anti-Slip Mat
- Lightweight and easy to handle
- Excellent for use in the food service industry
- Great comfort for feet so that workers can remain productive
- Increased drainage and traction properties are excellent for workplace safety
Provides Traction: You want yourself and others to stay on two feet. Slip and fall accidents are always unwanted and can be very costly. Avoid having to go through that pain and embarrassment with these mats. The surface of the mat gives the feet standing on it a good amount of traction. That grips feet onto the surface better and greatly reduces the chances of someone falling as a result of a slip or misplaced foot.
Holes for Drainage: You will notice that the surfaces of these anti-fatigue mats are dotted with holes. These have a specific purpose: to drain liquid. If an excess amount of liquid gets on the mat, it will drain through the many holes on the surface. This saves you the hassle of mopping up the mat. In addition, this drainage quality is also useful for cleaning this mat. Feel free to hose the mat down with as much water as you want because the holes will help dry the mat out.
