Proper laundering will prolong the service life of rental mats by preventing the buildup of soil and soap residue. Depending upon type and quantity of soil, it may be necessary to adjust the formula shown below to increase break time, temperature or number of rinses to achieve desired results.

To prevent mat discoloration from dye cross staining, the following procedures should be followed:

• Launder dark mats separately from light colored mats.
• If mats are not separated into dark and light colors for washing, the maximum water temperature should be lowered to 100ºF (38ºC).
• Stained or heavily soiled mats can be washed at 140ºF (60ºC). Repeated laundering at this temperature can cause premature color loss and increase dye transfer. For more information, see Tech Tip 102.
• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• Do not overdry mats.
• If mats are not dried, the final rinse should be raised to 120ºF (49ºC). This will reduce moisture retention following extraction.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Mats that are exposed to heavy soils, particularly oils and greases, may require additional cleaning. The formula shown below should only be used on heavy soils that cannot be removed using our recommended light soil formula (Tech Tip # 101).

Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. Allow mats to cool before rolling. Roll mats nap out for delivery.

To prevent mat discoloration from dye cross staining, the following procedures should be followed:

• Launder dark mats separately from light colored mats.
• Repeated laundering at this temperature can cause premature color loss and increase dye transfer.
• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non ionic detergent. 2-6 oz./100 # of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• If you use carry over break, reduce chemicals by 50%.
• Do not overdry mats.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

MasterWeave mats are most often used in light soil conditions, which minimizes the need for vigorous washing. For best results, use low water temperatures and mild detergents.

Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. Allow mats to cool before rolling. Roll mats nap out for delivery.

• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• Do not allow mats to remain wet and in contact with each other following washing. This can cause dye transfer from one mat to another
• Do not overdry mats.
• Customer experience has shown that certain logo mat colors that are in the light blue, silver and gray shades can discolor when laundered. This problem seems to vary depending upon local water conditions. Some customers have no problems in this area while others experience significant difficulties. To help prevent this discoloring, add 1/3 - 1/2 lb. sodium per carbonate or 5-10 fluid oz. hydrogen peroxide (35% active ingredients) per 100 pounds of mats being washed, during break cycle of the regular wash formula.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

ClassicSolutions, Solutions Plus and Classic Brush mats offer superior colorfastness for mats that are used in direct sunlight or laundered under high temperature, high pH washing conditions.

All solution dyed mats can be washed together. For best results Solution Dyed mats should not be washed with space dyed nylon mats.

For heavily soiled mats, break temperatures can be raised to 160ºF (71ºC).

*Caution: When drying mats made with solution dyed nylon yarn it is possible to melt the carpet surface. Be sure dryer temperatures do not exceed 180ºF (82ºC).

Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. Allow mats to cool before rolling. Roll mats nap out for delivery.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Comfort Flow and Comfort Scrape™ mats are fully launderable mats that perform great as anti-fatigue and flow-through mats in both wet and dry environments. They are ideal for Value Lease applications and do not require aggressive wash procedures or drying. Comfort Flow mats can be washed periodically to remove oil, grease and soil. The formula shown below does not require extensive mechanical action. Its main purpose is to dissolve grease residue by using hot water to emulsify oils and grease.

Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. Allow mats to cool before rolling. Roll mats nap out for delivery.

• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

SuperScrape™ mats are fully launderable mats that perform great at stopping dirt before it enters a building. They are ideal for Value Lease applications and do not require aggressive wash procedures or drying. SuperScrape mats can be washed periodically to remove soil. The formula shown below does not require extensive mechanical action.

• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• Lay mats flat following removal from washer. SuperScrape mats do not require extracting or drying.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Proper laundering will prolong the service life of rental mats by preventing the buildup of soil and soap residue. Depending upon type and quantity of soil, it may be necessary to adjust the formula shown below to increase break time, temperature or number of rinses to achieve desired results.

• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• Drying is normally not necessary. If there is excess lint on the carpet, simply tumble the mats for 5 minutes using the cool down cycle. No heat is necessary.
• Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. If fabric top then lay mats nap side down following removal from the washer. This will allow any water in the mats to drain out. When dry roll mats nap out for delivery.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Waterhog mats used in a “Value Lease” program may need occasional laundering. Although Waterhog mats are not designed for repeated commercial washings, occasional laundering may be done if care is used. The formula shown below is designed to “soak and float” soil away. It minimizes mechanical action in the wash cycle. Do not under-load wash loads, as under-loading will increase mechanical action and may cause damage to the mats. Always use high water levels to reduce mechanical action. Waterhog mats should not be washed more than once a quarter.

• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• Do not overdry mats.
• Lay mats flat with carpet side down following removal from the washer. This will allow any water in the mats to drain out. When dry roll mats nap out for delivery.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Customer experience has shown that certain mat colors that are in the light blue, silver and gray shades can turn brown, yellow or green when laundered. This problem seems to vary depending upon local water conditions. Some customers have no problems in this area while others experience significant difficulties. The yellowing / discoloration is not unique to any particular manufacturer. While we have not been able to eliminate the problem, we do have a treatment that in most cases will at least partially reverse the problem.

The clean up formula shown below can be run as a separate formula assuming that all mats are clean. This formula also could be run as part of a normal wash formula with step 2 added following the first rinse after the break of a standard wash formula.

Maintenance: To keep mats from discoloring, add 1/3 - 1/2 lb. sodium per carbonate or 5-10 fluid oz. hydrogen peroxide (35% active ingredients) per 100 weight of mats being washed during break cycle of the regular wash formula.

Safety Note - Hydrogen Peroxide is an oxidizing agent. It can cause spontaneous combustion if it comes in contact with wood, leather or other organic materials. Be sure to use appropriate protective safety equipment. Observe all manufacturers’ safety precautions.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Computuft logo mats, ClassicSolutions mats, Solutions Plus mats and Classic Brush mats are made of 100% Solution Dyed Nylon Yarn. Because of this they have excellent colorfastness when exposed to bleach, high temperature high pH laundering, and direct sunlight. Should your Solution Dyed mats become dull and dingy due to soil buildup or dye redeposition the following clean up formula can be used. This formula should not be used on any non-solution dyed mats. Also this formula should not be used as a daily wash formula. Repeated exposure to high temperatures and chlorine bleach can damage the yarn and/rubber backing.

*Caution: It is essential to use an antichlor in the final rinse to stop the activity of the chlorine in the bleach. Failure to use antichlor will cause damage to the Solution Dyed Nylon carpet yarn.

The success of this clean up formula is dependent on the severity of the cross stain and the condition of the carpet fibers. Old mats that have been stained for a long period of time will not clean up as well as mats that were recently stained.

In cases were staining is severe the bath temperature can be increased to 180O (82OC) and the break time extended to 40 minutes. These measures should be used as a last resort as there is potential to damage the carpet fibers when using these higher temperatures and longer break times.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Many customers are choosing to eliminate drying as part of their normal mat processing. Although there are benefits to not drying, such as reducing costs, reduced handling and labor expenses as well as freeing up needed dryer capacity, there are also disadvantages. Some of these are that some mats go out wet; sand and grit are left in the mats and at times mats can develop odors. In order to produce the best quality mat, Mountville Mills recommends a short drying cycle. Tech Tips 101 - 102 - 103, which provide recommended wash formulas for carpet topped mats, all include a 5-10 minute drying and 5 minute cool down cycle.

Proper laundering will prolong the service life of rental mats by preventing the buildup of soil and soap residue. Depending upon type and quantity of soil, it may be necessary to adjust the formula shown below to increase break time, temperature or number of rinses to achieve desired results.

Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. Allow mats to cool before rolling. Roll mats nap out for delivery.

• Stained or heavily soiled mats can be washed at 140ºF (60ºC). Repeated laundering at this temperature can cause premature color loss.
• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• To prevent pilling on other mats ActionMats should not be washed with mats made of Nylon or other synthetic carpet yarns.
• Insure that cotton mats are thoroughly dried to prevent mildew from forming in the cotton yarn.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Proper laundering will prolong the service life of Restroom Services mats by preventing the buildup of soil and soap residue. It may be necessary to adjust the formula shown below to increase break time, temperature or number of rinses to achieve desired results. For sanitary purposes we recommend the break temperature be maintained at 140degrees. Do not wash Restroom Services mats with cleated general use mats as this may cause pilling of the fabric surface.

Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. Allow mats to cool before rolling. Roll mats nap out for delivery.

• Do not use high pH detergents, alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical supplier for exact amounts.
• Drying is normally not necessary. If there is excess lint on the carpet, simply tumble the mats for 5 minutes using the cool down cycle. No heat is necessary.
• Lay mats flat following removal from washer or dryer. If fabric top then lay mats nap side down following removal from the washer. This will allow any water in the mats to drain out. When dry roll mats nap out for delivery.

Some laundries have had questions regarding the handling of Restroom Service mats. Based on our research, we do not believe that any special handling is required to distribute, process or store these products. We do recommend using latex gloves to minimize exposure.

Question: Is there determination of “Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens” based on the fluids of “Universal Precautions” (blood, semen, vaginal secretions, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, pericardial fluid, saliva in dental procedures and amniotic fluid) or does “occupational exposure” also encompass other body fluids (urine, feces, sweat, tears, nasal, secretions and vomitus) which may, or may not, be visibly contaminated with blood?

Answer: According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Occupational Exposure is defined in the standard as reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties. The definition of “other potentially infectious materials” includes any body fluid that is visibly contaminated with blood. Urine, feces, sweat, tears, nasal secretions, and vomitus, which are not visibly contaminated with blood, are not considered to be “other potentially infectious materials”.

Question: Does OSHA interpret hotel/motel room attendants, maids or housekeepers (who clean rooms, strip beds and pick-up soiled/wet linen and towels, etc.) to have “Occupational Exposure?”

Answer: While OSHA does not generally consider housekeeping staff in non-health care facilities to have Occupational Exposure, it is the employer’s responsibility to determine which job classifications or specific tasks and procedures involve reasonably anticipated contact with blood or other potential infectious materials.

OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1010.1030, lists a number of body fluids, in addition to blood, that are reasonably likely to transmit bloodborne pathogens. Under these guidelines, urine is not classified as a body fluid that could reasonably transmit bloodborne pathogens. In order for urine to be classifieds as potentially infectious, blood must be visibly present.

Conclusion: We recommend that Route Service Personnel wear latex gloves to minimize any contact with possible contaminants while delivering Restroom Service Mats. If there are no visible signs of blood contamination, employees assigned the tasks of handling such items are not “Occupationally Exposed”.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

Grand Impressions Logo mats are not designed for commercial laundering. Doing so may cause the backing and binding to fail. Grand Impressions mats should be vacuumed regularly to prevent soil buildup. If these mats become soiled they should be cleaned using traditional carpet cleaning procedures or they may be washed with a garden hose and hung to dry.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

It is possible to extend the life of faded/obsolete/discolored nylon mats by using the following dye formula. The best over dye color to use is Charcoal (Black) because it covers all nylon mat colors. It also produces the most consistent finished mat color. Other colors are essentially touch up colors.

Available Dye Kits:

Dye kits are available in 100 lb, 200 lb and 400 lb kits. The dye kits contain all necessary materials to overdye/touch up 100 lbs, 200 lbs or 400 lbs of mats. Dye kits only work on mats made with nylon yarn. Results from dye kits will vary depending upon shades of mats being redyed. Mountville cannot accept responsibility for replacement of mats due to off shade results.

For shipping purposes dye kits are double bagged to prevent spillage. Beginning 1/28/04 the inner bag of each dye kit is a water-soluble bag. These bags are opaque, about the size of a laundry bag and have a red plastic tie. These bags may be placed directly in the washer without removing the dye from the bag. We recommend the following procedures to restore the mats to a good wash fast shade:

• Load 100 lbs, 200 lbs, or 400 lbs. of mats into the washer. Mats should be very clean to insure proper dyeing results. If necessary, clean mats using a high pH detergent at 140ºF. Rinse thoroughly before running the over dye procedure.
• Remove the dye kit from the outer plastic bag. Place the dye kit in the washer.
• Fill washer with cold water to low medium water level – level will depend upon the quantity of mats being dyed. Run for 3-4 minutes.
• Add steam to raise water temperature to 190° - 195° F over a 20-minute period.
• Run for 15 minutes. Maintain temperature at 190° - 195° F.
• Dump bath and rinse in 140° F water for 3 minutes.
• Rinse in cold water for 5 minutes.
• Extract and dry mats using normal procedures
• When overdyeing logo mats, it may be necessary to use extra dye kits to over logo colors.

Caution: Mats that have been overdyed should not be washed with Solution Dyed Nylon mats, as the Solution Dyed mats are likely to pick up color from the overdyed mats.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

During customer use and in plant processing, mats can become ripped, cut or torn. Mats that have not been too seriously damaged can be repaired. Cuts and tears are usually the result of customer abuse or may occur during processing. If cuts and tears seem excessive, contact Mountville Mills for technical assistance or refer to Mountville's trouble shooting guide. Mat repairs can be performed in either of two processes: (1) Cold Patch repair (Tech Tip 202) or Heat Seal repair (Tech Tip 203).

Mat Repair Process

MATERIALS REQUIRED:
A. Materials supplied in repair kit:

Depending on length of tears, there should be sufficient materials to repair 10 - 20 mats.

• One 1 oz bottle Superbonder #420 Glue
• Two Rolls, mat repair rubber

B. Materials supplied by user:

• Protective Gloves
• Safety Glasses
• Wire Brush
• Heavy weight, such as brick or concrete block.

CAUTION:

Superbonder #420 is an extremely fast drying glue. It is capable of gluing fingers together or gluing fingers to mats being repaired. Be sure to use protective rubber gloves. Observe all safety precautions listed on the label of the glue bottle.

Do not leave top off the bottle. Glue will harden very quickly and become unusable. Do not store glue in warm area. Storage in a refrigerator will extend shelf life of the glue.

TIPS:

• If mats being repaired do not have Cleats, glue flat side of repair rubber to the repaired mat. Repair rubber without Cleats is also available from Mountville Mills.
• Rounding corner of repair rubber prior to gluing will help extend the life of the repair. This helps prevent the corners from catching on other mats as they are tumbling in washers and dryers.

Repair Procedure

• Carefully sort mats to be repaired. Be sure mats to be repaired are clean. Mats with tears longer than 12" are not recommended for repairs.
• Place mat on a flat surface, rubber side up.
• Using the wire brush, buff the area around the tear.
• Cut a strip of repair rubber slightly longer than the tear to be repaired.
• Carefully place the edges of the tear together so that they do not bulge or pucker. If the tear extends to the border, be sure that the edges of the border meet evenly. It may help to "spot glue" the edges together on longer tears or at the border to insure the edges remain in proper position.
• Position the repair strip on top of the tear. Keep the strip centered over the tear as much as possible. Beginning at one end, glue a small area (approx. 1") of the repair rubber to the mat. Apply glue sparingly. Using the handle of the wire brush, press the repair rubber down for a few seconds and then release. Repeat over all areas where the glue was applied. Continue until you can feel the glue has hardened - approximately 30 seconds. Repeat until the repair is complete.
• When the repair is completed, check edges to be sure all edges are securely glued down.
• Place weight on top of repaired area. Allow to sit for 10-15 minutes.
• Inspect the mat to be sure mat lays flat and does not create a tripping hazard.

Should you require additional information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.

During customer use and in plant processing, mats can become ripped, cut or torn. Mats that have not been too seriously damaged can be repaired. Cuts and tears are usually the result of customer abuse or may occur during processing. If cuts and tears seem excessive, contact Mountville Mills for technical assistance or refer to Mountville's trouble shooting guide. Mat repairs can be performed in either of two processes: (1) Cold Patch repair (Tech Tip 202) or Heat Seal repair (Tech Tip 203).

Materials Required

• Electric grinder with coarse disc or electric drill with wire brush
• Non-stick Teflon coated fabric
• Uncured repair rubber
• Heat seal unit with minimum 5 minute cycle time
• Scissors
• Gloves
• Face Shield
• Dust Mask

Repair Procedure

• Inspect mats to insure suitability for repair. Discard mats with numerous tears, excessively large tears, etc.
• Use grinder or drill to buff rubber surface. If mats are cleated, remove all cleats in area to be covered with repair rubber.
• Set heat seal timer to 5 minutes. Temperature should be 400ºF (200ºC). Air pressure should be at the maximum (app. 80 psi) setting.
• Cut rubber to proper size. Remove plastic backing.
• Apply rubber to repair area
• Place mat in heat seal unit. Cover repair with Teflon fabric to protect heat seal heads. Be sure rubber side of mat faces heate