Category Overview
Cleanroom Mats
Tacky Mats, Sticky Mats & Contamination-Control Floor Mats
Entry Control Particle Reduction Disposable & Reusable
Cleanroom mats are contamination-control tools designed to reduce particles and debris tracked into controlled environments by personnel and equipment. Proper selection depends on mat type, adhesive strength, placement, and change frequency defined by your SOP.
Best suited for: ISO 5–8 cleanrooms in pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing, medical device assembly, semiconductor fabrication, aerospace, and controlled laboratory environments.
Common cleanroom mat applications:
- Particle control at gowning room and cleanroom entrances
- Reducing contamination from footwear and carts
- Transition zones between controlled and uncontrolled areas
- Supplementing gowning and floor-cleaning SOPs
- Protecting critical areas from external debris
High foot traffic entry points
→ Multi-layer tacky mats
Equipment and cart traffic
→ Heavy-duty adhesive mats
Reusable systems
→ Cleanroom floor mat frames & refills
Selection Guide
How to choose the right cleanroom mat
Mat selection should align with traffic patterns, contamination risk, and facility layout. The guidance below helps determine appropriate mat type, size, and placement. For background concepts, see our cleanroom basics and selection guidance.
Why mat selection affects cleanroom performance
Mats are often the first line of defense against particulate ingress. Proper adhesive strength and change frequency are critical to prevent mats from becoming contamination sources themselves.
- Particle capture: reduces contamination before entry
- Adhesive control: balances capture without residue transfer
- Placement: ensures effectiveness in high-risk zones
- Maintenance: prevents re-deposition of particles
Common mistakes to avoid
- Leaving mats in place after adhesive effectiveness is lost
- Using insufficient mat coverage for traffic volume
- Placing mats where they are easily bypassed
- Failing to include mats in cleaning and inspection SOPs
Quick match: align the mat to the application
| Application | Recommended direction | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Gowning room entrances | Multi-layer tacky mat | Captures particles from footwear |
| Cart and equipment paths | Heavy-duty adhesive mat | Handles higher load and traffic |
| Reusable installations | Frame system with refills | Improves consistency and placement |
Best-practice mat use (SOP fundamentals)
- Place mats at every entry point: ensure consistent use
- Change layers regularly: maintain adhesive effectiveness
- Inspect during cleaning rounds: replace when saturated
- Train personnel: ensure mats are stepped on correctly
- Document maintenance: support audits and SOP compliance
For the fastest recommendation, be ready to share: ISO class, traffic volume, mat placement, and preferred replacement frequency.
Need help selecting?
Talk to a cleanroom specialist
Email Sales@SOSsupply.com or call (214) 340-8574 for help selecting the right cleanroom mat solution.