The Water-Horse entrance mat by Kleen-Tex is a premium solution for commercial facilities requiring reliable protection against dirt and moisture. The product offers water absorption of 4-5 liters per square meter, combining innovative recycled material technology with the highest ecological standards.
Why Choose the Water-Horse Mat?
While standard entrance mats absorb 2-3 liters of water per m², Water-Horse increases this to 4-5 liters, enabling twice the traffic volume handling. The specialized waffle pattern effectively scrapes dirt from soles and creates a channel system directing water deep into the mat structure, keeping the surface dry even during heavy rainfall.
Ecology is the foundation - 50% polyester fibers from PET recycling and 15% nitrile rubber from recovered rubber. For companies building CSR strategies and aiming for LEED or BREEAM certifications, Water-Horse represents a measurable step toward sustainable development. The mat is fully recyclable after its service life.
Industrial durability confirmed by 5-year manufacturer warranty and 11-year color retention guarantee. In practice, this means ROI exceeding 500% compared to cheap solutions requiring replacement every 12-18 months.
Safety confirmed by NFSI High-Traction certificate and fire certificate EN 13501-1 Class Efl-s1. Even when covered with water, the surface maintains anti-slip properties comparable to dry concrete. Approved for use in high-rise buildings, hospitals, and evacuation facilities.
Water-Horse Mat Applications
Hotels and premium facilities: In five-star hotel lobbies, the mat effectively retains sand, snow, or mud, protecting marble floors. Ensures dry, safe access to conference rooms and event spaces.
Shopping centers: Strategic placement at main entrances reduces dirt brought inside by 85%, translating into 50-70% savings in mechanical cleaning costs.
Medical facilities: Steam cleaning capability at temperatures up to 100°C eliminates 99.9% of bacteria and viruses. Antistatic properties (EN14041) prevent accumulation of dust and microbial contaminants.
Water-Horse Technical Specification
- Fiber construction: 50% polyester from PET recycling + 50% solution-dyed polypropylene
- Fiber grammage: 750 g/m²
- Surface structure: embossed waffle pattern
- Pile height: approx. 4 mm
- Total thickness: approx. 7 mm
- Total weight: 3.2 kg/m²
- Backing: 100% NBR nitrile rubber (including 15% recycled)
- Backing weight: 2.3 kg/m²
- Edge finishing: 20 mm width, 3.6 mm height
- Absorption: moisture 4-5 l/m², dirt 1000 g/m²
- Temperature range: -30°C to +60°C
- Standard sizes: 60x90 cm, 85x120 cm, 85x150 cm, 85x300 cm, 115x175 cm, 115x240 cm, 150x250 cm
- Colors: Brown, Black
- Manufacturer: Kleen-Tex, made in Europe
Water-Horse Mat Maintenance
High-traffic (>1000 people/day): daily industrial vacuuming, weekly wet cleaning.
Medium-traffic (300-1000 people/day): vacuuming 3-4 times per week, wet cleaning every 10-14 days.
Low-traffic (<300 people/day): vacuuming twice a week, wet cleaning once a month.
Industrial washing at 30-60°C with neutral pH 6-8 detergents. Manufacturer confirms resistance to minimum 200 washing cycles without property loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much water can the Water-Horse mat absorb?
The Water-Horse mat absorbs 4 to 5 liters of water per square meter, making it one of the most absorbent entrance mats available in the commercial market. For comparison, standard entrance mats retain about 2-3 liters per m². Additionally, Water-Horse retains up to 1000 grams of dry dirt per square meter thanks to its specialized waffle pattern, which creates a system of channels and grooves effectively trapping contaminants. These parameters mean the ability to handle twice the traffic volume before cleaning is necessary compared to competitive products.
Is Water-Horse suitable for shopping centers and very high traffic facilities?
Yes, Water-Horse was designed specifically for high-traffic category facilities serving over 1000 people daily. Its durable construction based on 750 g/m² fibers and 2.3 kg/m² nitrile rubber withstands years of load in shopping malls, hotels, airports, and train stations. Kleen-Tex manufacturer guarantees minimum 5 years of operation with regular maintenance, which in practice means handling over 1.8 million steps without significant loss of functional properties. For shopping centers, Water-Horse installed at main entrances reduces mechanical cleaning costs by up to 65%, translating to ROI (return on investment) within 12-18 months.
Is the mat resistant to outdoor conditions like frost and sun?
Water-Horse maintains full functionality in the temperature range from -30°C to +60°C, making it an ideal year-round solution for semi-open and outdoor spaces. Solution-dyed polypropylene ensures UV resistance confirmed by an 11-year color retention guarantee - even after 4000 hours of direct sun exposure, there is no visible color degradation. Nitrile rubber does not lose elasticity in frost and does not harden in high temperatures, maintaining anti-slip properties in all weather conditions. The mat does not rot in contact with water, does not mold during prolonged moisture, and maintains dimensional stability regardless of weather conditions.
How often should Water-Horse be cleaned and with what methods?
Cleaning frequency depends on traffic intensity. For high-traffic facilities (>1000 people/day), we recommend daily industrial vacuuming and weekly wet cleaning. Medium-traffic facilities (300-1000 people/day) require vacuuming 3-4 times per week and wet cleaning every 10-14 days. Water-Horse can be washed in an industrial washing machine at 30-60°C and tumble dried at 40-60°C, allowing quick return of the mat to operation. Alternatively, extraction or steam cleaning is possible. The manufacturer guarantees resistance to a minimum of 200 industrial washing cycles and 2 years of durability with regular professional cleaning, making Water-Horse the product with the lowest operating costs in its category.
What sizes and colors of Water-Horse are available?
Water-Horse is available in seven standard sizes: 60x90 cm, 85x120 cm, 85x150 cm, 85x300 cm, 115x175 cm, 115x240 cm, and 150x250 cm. The color palette includes two classic colors: Brown and Black, which perfectly complement most commercial interior arrangements and do not expose dirt between cleaning periods. For projects requiring non-standard dimensions or larger surfaces, it is possible to combine several mats or order custom production - details are available directly from authorized Kleen-Tex distributors. Dimensional tolerance is ±3%, ensuring precise fit to prepared recesses and entrance spaces.
Water-Horse is a professional solution for facilities where cleanliness, safety, and environmental responsibility are not options but standards. Investing in this entrance mat is a business decision backed by a 5-year manufacturer's warranty and confirmed by thousands of installations in the most demanding locations worldwide. Discover why Water-Horse is the first choice of commercial property managers.
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