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Waterhog Classic Office Entrance Mat
WaterHog® Classic Entrance Mat
Starting At: $28.95
WaterHog Classic Fashion Scraper/Wiper Entrance Mat
WaterHog® Fashion Entrance Mat
Starting At: $31.15
Waterhog Plus Scraper/Wiper Mat AM-185
WaterHog® Plus Entrance Mat
Starting At: $67.51
WaterHog ECO Premier Scraper/Wiper Entrance Mat
WaterHog® Max Diamond Entrance Mat
Starting At: $51.95

WaterHog® Entrance Mats Built for Dirt, Water & Heavy Foot Traffic

An entrance mat has one primary job: stop dirt and moisture before they travel farther into your building. Genuine WaterHog® mats have become one of the most recognized names in commercial entrance matting by combining aggressive scraping and wiping performance with durable construction designed for demanding entryways.

The signature bi-level WaterHog® surface scrapes dirt and moisture from footwear and traps it beneath shoe level, helping prevent contaminants from being tracked onto surrounding floors. A water-dam border helps contain moisture within the mat, while reinforced surface nubs support the face fibers and help resist crushing under repeated foot traffic.

FloorMatShop offers a broad selection of WaterHog® entrance mats for commercial, institutional and residential applications, with multiple patterns, border styles, sizes, colors and performance configurations available.

Why WaterHog® Mats Have Become an Entrance Mat Standard

Every person entering a building can bring moisture, soil, sand, grit, mud and other debris inside on their footwear. Once those contaminants move beyond the entrance, they become a facility maintenance problem. Dirt can spread throughout hard floors and carpeting, moisture can create wet walking surfaces, and abrasive grit can contribute to unnecessary wear on finished flooring.

WaterHog® entrance mats are engineered to address the problem at the doorway. Rather than functioning as a simple piece of carpet placed in front of an entrance, the WaterHog® system combines scraping, wiping, containment and durable backing into a purpose-built entrance mat.

This combination makes WaterHog® mats appropriate for busy commercial entrances as well as residential entryways where rain, snow, mud and everyday foot traffic create similar challenges on a smaller scale.

How WaterHog® Mats Work

WaterHog® mats combine several performance features to remove dirt and moisture from footwear and contain it within the mat rather than allowing it to travel farther into the building.

Scrape

Raised surface patterns provide mechanical wiping and scraping action as footwear moves across the mat.

Trap

Bi-level construction allows removed dirt and moisture to settle beneath shoe level rather than remaining directly on the walking surface.

Contain

The water-dam border helps contain moisture within the mat and away from surrounding flooring.

Endure

Reinforced rubber nubs support the face fibers to help resist crushing under repeated foot traffic.

The WaterHog® Bi-Level Scraper/Wiper Surface

The distinctive WaterHog® surface is more than a decorative pattern. Its bi-level construction is designed to interact with footwear as people walk across the mat. Raised sections help scrape and wipe dirt and moisture from shoes while recessed areas provide space for that material to collect beneath foot level.

This is an important distinction between a true scraper/wiper entrance mat and a basic carpet mat. When removed soil can settle into lower channels, the mat can continue providing a cleaner walking surface rather than allowing every subsequent shoe to immediately contact material removed from previous traffic.

The result is an entrance mat that simultaneously provides scraping and wiping action while acting as a containment system for the contaminants being brought through the doorway.

WaterHog® Performance Advantages

  • Bi-level scraper/wiper surface construction
  • Removes dirt and moisture from footwear
  • Traps debris beneath shoe level
  • Water-dam border helps contain moisture
  • Reinforced rubber nubs support the mat face
  • Solution-dyed face fibers on many styles
  • Rubber-backed commercial construction
  • Multiple patterns, sizes and border options
  • Designed for demanding entrance applications

Explore the WaterHog® Mat Collection

WaterHog® is not a single entrance mat. It is an extensive family of scraper/wiper mats with different surface patterns, border configurations, face weights and specialty designs. Understanding those differences makes it easier to choose the right WaterHog® mat for your entrance.

The Original

WaterHog® Classic Entrance Mats

The original WaterHog® design combines the recognizable bi-level surface with a durable rubber border. It provides the scraping, wiping and moisture-containment performance that established WaterHog® as a leading commercial entrance mat.

The rubber-bordered Classic configuration provides a practical, durable appearance suited to commercial entrances, vestibules, schools, offices, retail stores and other demanding environments.

Decorative Border

WaterHog® Fashion Entrance Mats

WaterHog® Fashion models provide the same fundamental entrance-mat performance with a fabric border that creates a more integrated carpet-like appearance.

The Fashion border can be particularly attractive in lobbies, offices, hotels, retail spaces and other entrances where appearance is an important part of the selection process.

Classic Pattern

WaterHog® Diamond Entrance Mats

WaterHog® Diamond mats use an attractive diamond-patterned bi-level surface while maintaining the dirt and moisture control associated with genuine WaterHog® entrance matting.

Classic rubber-border and Fashion fabric-border configurations provide options for facilities that want the diamond pattern with different finished edge styles.

Heavier Face

WaterHog® Max Diamond Mats

WaterHog® Max Diamond combines the familiar diamond appearance with a heavier face construction. Raised nubs scrape dirt and moisture from footwear while the bi-level design traps material below foot level.

Max Diamond is an excellent option when you want genuine WaterHog® performance combined with a substantial 30-ounce-per-square-yard PET face and a traditional geometric pattern.

Distinctive Pattern

WaterHog® Max Herringbone Mats

WaterHog® Max Herringbone provides the heavier Max construction with an attractive herringbone surface pattern. The design provides visual texture while retaining the functional raised-nub scraper/wiper system.

Classic and Fashion border configurations make Max Herringbone adaptable to both highly functional entrances and more design-conscious commercial spaces.

Commercially Launderable

WaterHog® Plus Entrance Mats

WaterHog® Plus features an attractive swirl pattern and a heavier PET surface combined with 100% nitrile rubber backing. The construction allows WaterHog® Plus to be commercially laundered where appropriate laundering equipment and procedures are available.

It provides another option for facilities that want genuine WaterHog® scraper/wiper performance with a different appearance and maintenance capability.

WaterHog® Masterpiece Select

Some entrances require strong dirt and moisture control without the appearance of a traditional scraper mat. WaterHog® Masterpiece Select provides an indoor solution with a tufted loop pile that creates an attractive corduroy or Berber-like appearance.

Beneath that more refined appearance is the same fundamental bi-level concept used to trap dirt and moisture below shoe level. A parquet-inspired pattern gives Masterpiece Select a distinctive architectural look suitable for lobbies and other finished interior spaces.

WaterHog® Diamondcord

WaterHog® Diamondcord is another indoor-focused scraper/wiper option designed for entrances where appearance matters. Its tufted loop pile creates a corduroy or Berber-style texture combined with a diamond pattern.

This provides an alternative for offices, hotels, commercial lobbies and other interior spaces where buyers want WaterHog® dirt and moisture management with a more carpet-like visual presentation.

Up to 1.5 Gallons of Water Per Square Yard

Rain and snow can introduce a surprising amount of moisture into a building during periods of heavy foot traffic. WaterHog® mats are designed not only to remove moisture from footwear but also to contain it.

Genuine WaterHog® mats can hold up to 1.5 gallons of water per square yard. The water-dam border helps keep collected moisture on the mat rather than allowing it to immediately migrate onto surrounding floors.

Combined with the bi-level surface, this containment capability makes WaterHog® particularly valuable at entrances exposed to rain, melting snow, slush and other wet-weather conditions.

Why Moisture Containment Matters

An entrance mat needs to do more than make wet shoes slightly drier. The moisture removed from footwear has to go somewhere.

By trapping moisture below shoe level and helping contain it within the mat, WaterHog® keeps collected water away from subsequent foot traffic and surrounding flooring more effectively than a flat surface that provides little room for containment.

WaterHog® Classic vs. WaterHog® Fashion Borders

One of the most common choices when purchasing a WaterHog® mat is deciding between Classic and Fashion border configurations. The difference primarily concerns the appearance and construction of the finished edge rather than changing the fundamental purpose of the mat.

WaterHog® Classic Border

Classic WaterHog® mats feature a rubber border surrounding the mat surface. The visible rubber edge creates the traditional commercial WaterHog® appearance and provides a clear transition between the surrounding floor and carpeted mat face.

Classic borders are an excellent choice for entrances where durability, practicality and the recognizable commercial mat appearance are priorities.

WaterHog® Fashion Border

Fashion WaterHog® mats use a fabric-covered border that visually extends the carpeted surface closer to the edge of the mat. This creates a softer, more finished appearance that can blend particularly well with interior decor.

Fashion borders are popular in offices, hotels, retail environments, lobbies and other locations where buyers want WaterHog® performance with a more decorative presentation.

WaterHog® Classic vs. WaterHog® Max

The WaterHog® Max name should not be interpreted simply as an environmentally focused version of the original WaterHog® mat. Both product families incorporate recycled materials in current configurations, while Max models such as WaterHog® Max Diamond and WaterHog® Max Herringbone use a heavier PET face construction.

Standard WaterHog® and WaterHog® Diamond models use a 24-ounce-per-square-yard solution-dyed PET face. WaterHog® Max Diamond and WaterHog® Max Herringbone use a heavier 30-ounce-per-square-yard solution-dyed PET face.

Both families retain core WaterHog® characteristics including raised scraper/wiper surfaces, moisture containment, reinforced construction and rubber backing. Your choice should therefore be based on the specific style, face construction, pattern, border, dimensions and application rather than assuming one family universally replaces the other.

Recycled Content & Durable PET Construction

Many current WaterHog® styles combine professional performance with substantial recycled content. Standard WaterHog® and WaterHog® Diamond mats use solution-dyed PET face fabric made with at least 90% recycled content reclaimed from plastic.

WaterHog® Max Diamond and WaterHog® Max Herringbone also use PET face material containing at least 90% recycled content. Their SBR rubber backing incorporates recycled rubber reclaimed from tires.

This allows facilities to select entrance matting that combines recycled materials with the durability and soil-management characteristics expected from commercial WaterHog® products.

Why Solution-Dyed PET?

Solution-dyed PET is well suited to demanding entrance applications because the material is designed to resist staining while drying quickly and maintaining its color.

Combined with reinforced rubber nubs beneath the surface, the face construction is designed to withstand recurring foot traffic without easily crushing or deteriorating.

Commercial WaterHog® Mats for High-Traffic Entrances

Commercial entrances experience conditions that ordinary residential doormats were never designed to handle. Hundreds or thousands of footsteps can pass through a doorway each day, bringing soil and moisture into the building every time exterior conditions are wet or dirty.

WaterHog® commercial entrance mats provide a durable first line of defense for these environments. The scraper/wiper surface helps clean footwear as people naturally walk across the mat, requiring no additional action from building occupants.

This passive soil-control function makes entrance matting one of the simplest components of a facility maintenance program. Every pound of dirt and every amount of moisture stopped at the entrance is material that does not have to be removed from flooring farther inside the building.

Where to Use WaterHog® Entrance Mats

WaterHog® mats can be used across a wide range of commercial, institutional and residential entrances. The correct model should always be selected according to whether the location is indoors or outdoors, the amount of traffic, exposure to weather, flooring beneath the mat and the appearance desired.

Office Buildings

Protect finished lobby and hallway flooring from dirt and moisture carried through employee and visitor entrances.

Retail Stores

Manage dirt, rainwater and winter moisture at customer entrances exposed to continuous daily traffic.

Schools & Universities

Provide durable entrance coverage for buildings that experience concentrated periods of heavy student and staff traffic.

Restaurants & Hospitality

Combine professional entrance appearance with scraper/wiper performance at guest and employee entrances.

Healthcare Facilities

Help control exterior dirt and moisture before it travels farther into clinics, medical offices and other healthcare environments.

Government & Public Buildings

Use commercial entrance matting to address unpredictable traffic volumes and changing weather conditions at public entrances.

Industrial Facilities

Place scraper/wiper mats at employee entrances, offices and transition areas where exterior debris can otherwise travel throughout the facility.

Homes & Residential Entrances

Bring commercial-style dirt and moisture control to front doors, mudrooms, garages, porches and other busy household entry points.

WaterHog® Mats for Rain & Wet Weather

Rain creates one of the most common entrance maintenance challenges. Wet footwear can quickly transfer moisture from sidewalks and parking areas onto smooth interior flooring.

WaterHog® mats address wet-weather traffic through the combination of wiping fibers, bi-level containment and a water-dam border. As people walk across the mat, moisture removed from footwear can collect beneath shoe level instead of immediately remaining on top of the walking surface.

Longer entrance coverage can increase the number of footsteps that contact matting, providing additional opportunity to remove moisture before occupants transition onto interior flooring.

WaterHog® Mats for Snow, Slush & Winter

Winter entrances must contend with more than water. Snow, slush, salt, sand and grit can all be carried inside on footwear. As snow melts, what begins as solid material becomes additional moisture that the entrance system must manage.

The scraping action of WaterHog® mats helps dislodge material from footwear while the recessed bi-level areas provide space for removed debris and moisture to collect.

During severe winter conditions, entrance mats should be inspected and cleaned more frequently because even high-capacity matting has practical limits when exposed to continuous snow and slush.

Choosing the Right Size WaterHog® Mat

Mat size should be determined by more than the physical width of the doorway. An effective entrance mat needs enough length in the direction of traffic to allow people to take multiple natural steps across the mat.

A small mat may fit neatly in front of a doorway, but if a visitor places only one foot on it before stepping onto the finished floor, the mat has limited opportunity to remove dirt and moisture from both shoes. Increasing the length of the mat creates additional surface contact.

High-traffic commercial entrances generally benefit from more entrance matting rather than less. Vestibules can also provide an opportunity to create multiple cleaning zones, using exterior and interior matting together to progressively remove debris and moisture.

Think in Footsteps, Not Just Door Width

When selecting an entrance mat, consider how many natural steps a person will take across the mat before reaching the surrounding floor. More contact between footwear and the scraper/wiper surface generally provides more opportunity for the mat to do its job.

Choosing WaterHog® Backing for Your Floor

The flooring beneath an entrance mat is an important consideration when choosing a WaterHog® configuration. Different backing options are available on various models to help accommodate hard flooring, carpet and other commercial surfaces.

Smooth-backed configurations are commonly selected for hard surface floors. Universal or cleated backing configurations may be appropriate where additional versatility is required, including certain carpeted applications.

Always review the backing options available for the individual WaterHog® product and select the configuration recommended for the floor surface where the mat will be installed.

Regardless of backing style, entrance mats should be placed on clean, dry flooring and routinely inspected to make sure the mat remains flat and properly positioned.

Indoor WaterHog® Mats

Interior WaterHog® matting can serve as the primary entrance mat or as part of a larger entrance system. Inside a vestibule or lobby, the mat continues removing moisture and fine soil after occupants have passed through the exterior doorway.

Interior-focused products such as WaterHog® Masterpiece Select and WaterHog® Diamondcord provide options for spaces where a more carpet-like appearance is desirable.

Always verify the intended placement of the specific WaterHog® model before installation because not every style is designed for the same environment.

Indoor/Outdoor WaterHog® Mats

Many WaterHog® configurations are designed to perform in demanding indoor and appropriate outdoor entrance applications, making them highly versatile for vestibules, covered entrances and transitional areas.

The combination of durable face fibers, rubber backing and scraper/wiper construction makes these styles particularly useful where entrances experience changing weather and recurring foot traffic.

Product specifications should always be checked for the individual model, especially when a mat will be exposed to outdoor conditions.

How to Clean & Maintain WaterHog® Mats

Regular cleaning is essential because an entrance mat is intentionally collecting the dirt and moisture that would otherwise enter the building. Allowing excessive debris to accumulate eventually reduces the available space for additional soil.

Routine maintenance can include vacuuming to remove loose dry soil from the face and recessed channels. More thorough cleaning methods depend on the specific WaterHog® model, installation and equipment available.

WaterHog® mats can also be cleaned using methods appropriate for the individual product construction. Always follow the care instructions associated with the specific model rather than assuming every WaterHog® style should be maintained identically.

After wet cleaning, allow the mat to dry appropriately before returning it to service. The floor underneath should also be cleaned and completely dry before the mat is repositioned.

How to Choose the Best WaterHog® Mat for Your Entrance

With multiple WaterHog® styles available, the best choice depends on the environment rather than simply selecting the most expensive model. Consider where the mat will be placed, how much traffic it will receive, the type of flooring underneath it, the appearance of the entrance and the amount of dirt and moisture typically encountered.

Want the Traditional WaterHog® Look?

Start with a WaterHog® Classic or WaterHog® Classic Diamond entrance mat. The exposed rubber border creates the recognizable commercial WaterHog® appearance while providing proven scraper/wiper performance.

Want a More Finished Decorative Edge?

Consider a WaterHog® Fashion configuration. The fabric border creates a more carpet-like finished appearance while retaining the core performance characteristics of the corresponding WaterHog® style.

Want a Heavier PET Face?

Consider WaterHog® Max Diamond or WaterHog® Max Herringbone. These styles use a 30-ounce-per-square-yard PET face compared with the 24-ounce-per-square-yard face used on standard WaterHog® and WaterHog® Diamond mats.

Want a More Decorative Indoor Appearance?

WaterHog® Masterpiece Select and WaterHog® Diamondcord provide indoor-focused designs with tufted loop surfaces that create a more carpet-like appearance for finished interior spaces.

Need Commercial Laundering Capability?

WaterHog® Plus features 100% nitrile rubber backing and is designed to be commercially launderable, making it worth considering where laundering is part of the facility's mat maintenance program.

Build a Better Commercial Entrance Matting System

A single WaterHog® mat can provide excellent scraper/wiper performance, but larger and busier buildings may benefit from treating entrance matting as a complete system rather than a single product.

Exterior scraper matting can begin removing coarse dirt before occupants cross the threshold. WaterHog® scraper/wiper matting can then address additional dirt and moisture, followed by interior wiper matting where additional drying is needed.

The objective is to create enough walking distance for footwear to contact multiple cleaning surfaces before reaching the building's finished flooring. This staged approach is particularly useful for schools, healthcare facilities, retail stores, offices and other high-traffic buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions About WaterHog® Mats

What is a WaterHog® mat?

A WaterHog® mat is a professional scraper/wiper entrance mat designed to remove dirt and moisture from footwear and trap it beneath shoe level. Genuine WaterHog® mats use a bi-level surface, reinforced construction and moisture-containment features to help protect surrounding flooring.

What makes WaterHog® mats different from ordinary entrance mats?

WaterHog® mats use a bi-level surface specifically designed to scrape and wipe footwear while allowing removed dirt and moisture to settle beneath foot level. Reinforced rubber nubs support the face fibers, and a water-dam border helps contain collected moisture.

How much water can a WaterHog® mat hold?

Genuine WaterHog® mats can hold up to 1.5 gallons of water per square yard. The bi-level surface and water-dam border work together to help contain moisture rather than allowing it to immediately migrate onto surrounding flooring.

Are WaterHog® mats good for commercial entrances?

Yes. WaterHog® mats are particularly well suited to commercial and institutional entrances because their durable scraper/wiper construction is designed to address recurring foot traffic, dirt and moisture. They are commonly used in offices, schools, retail stores, healthcare facilities, hotels, restaurants, public buildings and industrial facilities.

Can WaterHog® mats be used at home?

Yes. Although WaterHog® mats are widely used commercially, their dirt and moisture control can also be valuable at residential front doors, garages, mudrooms, porches and other household entrances.

What is the difference between WaterHog® Classic and WaterHog® Fashion?

Classic configurations use a visible rubber border around the mat, while Fashion configurations use a fabric-covered border for a more carpet-like finished appearance. Availability varies according to the specific WaterHog® model.

What is the difference between WaterHog® and WaterHog® Max?

One notable difference is face weight. Standard WaterHog® and WaterHog® Diamond mats use a 24-ounce-per-square-yard PET face, while WaterHog® Max Diamond and WaterHog® Max Herringbone use a heavier 30-ounce-per-square-yard PET face. Pattern, border options and other specifications also vary by model.

Are WaterHog® mats made with recycled materials?

Many current WaterHog® styles incorporate substantial recycled content. For example, the PET face on several WaterHog® and WaterHog® Max products contains at least 90% recycled content reclaimed from plastic, while SBR rubber backing on these models contains recycled rubber reclaimed from tires.

Are WaterHog® mats slip resistant?

Many WaterHog® models feature beveled edges and are certified as high-traction by the National Floor Safety Institute. Always review the specifications of the individual product and choose the correct backing for the flooring beneath the mat.

Can WaterHog® mats be used outdoors?

Many WaterHog® styles are suitable for indoor and appropriate outdoor applications, but not every model has the same intended use. Indoor-focused products are also available. Check the specifications of the individual WaterHog® mat before selecting it for an outdoor location.

Are WaterHog® mats good for snow and winter weather?

WaterHog® mats are well suited to entrances exposed to winter foot traffic because their scraper/wiper surface helps remove snow, slush, salt, sand and moisture from footwear. During severe weather, mats should be inspected and cleaned frequently to prevent excessive accumulation.

Can WaterHog® mats go on carpet?

Backing options vary by WaterHog® model. Certain configurations are available with backing appropriate for carpeted surfaces, while smooth backing is commonly used on hard floors. Check the backing options for the specific product and select the version intended for your floor.

How large should my WaterHog® entrance mat be?

Choose a mat that covers the entrance width and provides enough length for people to take multiple natural steps across the surface. Longer entrance coverage gives the scraper/wiper surface more opportunity to remove dirt and moisture from both shoes before occupants reach the surrounding floor.

How do you clean a WaterHog® mat?

Routine vacuuming can remove dry soil and debris from the mat surface and recessed channels. Additional cleaning methods depend on the specific WaterHog® model. Follow the care recommendations for the individual product and allow the mat and underlying floor to dry appropriately following wet cleaning.

What is WaterHog® Plus?

WaterHog® Plus is a scraper/wiper entrance mat featuring a swirl-patterned 30-ounce-per-square-yard PET face and 100% nitrile rubber backing. Unlike many standard WaterHog® configurations, WaterHog® Plus is designed to be commercially launderable.

What are WaterHog® Masterpiece Select and WaterHog® Diamondcord?

WaterHog® Masterpiece Select and WaterHog® Diamondcord are indoor-focused mats that combine WaterHog® bi-level dirt and moisture control with tufted loop surfaces that create a more decorative, carpet-like appearance. Masterpiece Select uses a parquet-style pattern, while Diamondcord uses a diamond pattern.

Why buy genuine WaterHog® mats?

Genuine WaterHog® mats combine a purpose-built bi-level scraper/wiper surface, moisture-containment system, reinforced construction and commercial-grade materials. The WaterHog® family also provides a wide selection of patterns, border styles, face constructions and specialty configurations, allowing buyers to match the mat to the entrance rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all design.

Shop Genuine WaterHog® Mats at FloorMatShop

Protect your entrances with genuine WaterHog® scraper/wiper matting designed to stop dirt and moisture where it enters your building. From the traditional WaterHog® Classic and decorative WaterHog® Fashion to WaterHog® Diamond, WaterHog® Max Diamond, WaterHog® Max Herringbone, WaterHog® Plus, WaterHog® Masterpiece Select and WaterHog® Diamondcord, FloorMatShop offers WaterHog® solutions for a wide range of commercial and residential entrances.

Compare sizes, colors, patterns, borders and backing options to find the WaterHog® entrance mat that fits your doorway, flooring, traffic level and design preferences.

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