Burmatex Armour Entrance Carpet Tiles

Industrial-strength barrier matting engineered to remove up to 90% of dirt and moisture tracked into buildings. Combining absorbent and scraper yarns for maximum performance in entrance areas, lobbies, lift lobbies, and staircases.

6 Specialist Colours £347.99 per box 90% Dirt Removal Barrier Matting

90%

Dirt and moisture removal efficiency - protecting your interior flooring and reducing cleaning costs

Burmatex Armour isn't your typical carpet tile—it's a specialized entrance barrier system designed for a single critical purpose: stopping dirt and moisture before they reach your interior spaces. At £347.99 per box, this is purpose-built industrial flooring that pays for itself through reduced cleaning costs, protected interior floors, and enhanced building hygiene.

The dual-yarn construction combines highly absorbent fibres that capture moisture with scraper yarns that remove embedded dirt from shoe treads. This makes Armour ideal for secondary entrance areas where foot traffic needs heavy-duty protection, particularly in London's rainy climate where wet, muddy conditions are frequent. From corporate headquarters in the City to residential apartment blocks in Canary Wharf, Armour provides the first line of defense against the elements.

6 Specialist Entrance Colours

Neutral tones in plain, stripe, and block designs for versatile entrance applications

BARRIER MATTING Burmatex Armour Sterling Block 18706

Sterling Block

Code: 18706

£347.99 per box
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BARRIER MATTING Burmatex Armour Cobalt Stripe 18708

Cobalt Stripe

Code: 18708

£347.99 per box
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BARRIER MATTING Burmatex Armour Cobalt 18707

Cobalt

Code: 18707

£347.99 per box
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BARRIER MATTING Burmatex Armour Sterling 18704

Sterling

Code: 18704

£347.99 per box
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BARRIER MATTING Burmatex Armour Graphite Stripe 18702

Graphite Stripe

Code: 18702

£347.99 per box
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BARRIER MATTING Burmatex Armour Graphite 18701

Graphite

Code: 18701

£347.99 per box
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Technical Specifications

Product Type Barrier Entrance Matting - Dual Yarn System
Primary Function Dirt & Moisture Removal (Up to 90% efficiency)
Yarn System Absorbent Yarns + Scraper Yarns
Tile Size 50cm x 50cm (500mm x 500mm)
Design Options Plain, Stripe, Block patterns in 3 colour families
Wear Classification Extra Heavy Commercial Use - Entrance Areas
Price per Box £347.99
Coverage per Box Variable (check product specifications)
Colour Families Graphite (dark grey), Sterling (warm grey), Cobalt (blue)
Primary Applications Entrance areas, lobbies, lift lobbies, staircases, transition zones
Manufacture Origin Made in the UK
Delivery FREE to any UK mainland postcode

Why Choose Armour?

  • 90% Dirt Removal: Industrial-strength barrier performance
  • Dual Yarn Technology: Absorbent + scraper yarns work together
  • Cost Savings: Protects interior flooring, reduces cleaning bills
  • Specialist Application: Purpose-built for entrance areas
  • Neutral Colours: Graphite, Sterling, Cobalt coordinate with any scheme
  • Design Flexibility: Plain, stripe, and block options
  • UK Manufactured: Quality British engineering
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Engineered for extreme traffic

Perfect For:

Critical Entrance Applications
  • Secondary entrance areas and vestibules
  • Reception lobbies and waiting areas
  • Lift lobbies and elevator banks
  • Internal staircases from entrance level
  • Transition zones between exterior and interior
  • Apartment building common areas
  • Corporate office entrance floors
  • Retail store entry points

Essential for: Any building in London's wet climate where protecting interior flooring from dirt and moisture is critical. Armour is an investment in building maintenance, not just flooring.

The Armour Return on Investment

Reduced Cleaning Costs

By removing 90% of dirt and moisture at entry points, Armour dramatically reduces interior cleaning frequency and costs. Buildings report 40-60% reduction in floor cleaning requirements beyond entrance areas.

Extended Interior Floor Life

Protecting your expensive interior flooring from grit and moisture extends its lifespan significantly. Armour prevents the abrasive damage that shortens the life of carpets, LVT, and hard floors.

Enhanced Building Image

Clean, well-maintained entrance areas create positive first impressions. Armour ensures your building entrance stays cleaner, drier, and more professional-looking year-round.

Professional Armour Installation in London

Installing barrier matting requires precise understanding of traffic patterns, drainage, and maintenance access. Cavendish deVere's experience ensures your Armour system performs optimally from day one.

Traffic Analysis

Assess flow patterns to optimize coverage area

Transition Design

Seamless integration with interior flooring

Maintenance Planning

Guidance on cleaning and upkeep schedules

Flexible Timing

Evening and weekend installations available

Armour vs Standard Carpet Tiles

Collection Purpose Price per Box Dirt Removal Application
Burmatex Go To General commercial £84.99 Standard Interior offices
Burmatex Velour Excel Premium aesthetics £77.99 Standard Executive offices
Burmatex Code Contemporary design £139.99 Standard Modern offices
Burmatex Armour Barrier matting £347.99 90% Entrance areas

The Armour Difference: While standard carpet tiles provide flooring, Armour provides building protection. The price reflects specialist engineering designed to save you money through reduced cleaning costs and protected interior floors. This isn't a like-for-like comparison—Armour solves a specific problem that standard tiles cannot address.

Frequently Asked Questions

Armour features dual-yarn engineering combining absorbent fibres and scraper yarns—a far more complex construction than standard carpet tiles. The specialist yarns, enhanced backing system, and rigorous performance testing for dirt/moisture removal justify the £347.99 price. However, calculate total cost of ownership: reduced cleaning costs (40-60% savings), extended interior floor life (years of additional lifespan), and improved building hygiene often deliver ROI within 12-24 months.

Barrier matting effectiveness depends on coverage depth. Minimum recommendation: 3-4 metres of coverage from exterior door to capture maximum dirt and moisture. For high-traffic commercial buildings, 5-6 metres provides optimal protection. We can conduct a free site survey to assess your specific traffic patterns, door configurations, and recommend appropriate coverage. Don't under-specify—insufficient coverage defeats the purpose.

Armour is designed for secondary/interior entrance areas rather than primary exterior exposure to weather. For optimal performance, use heavy-duty exterior matting (rubber or coarse fibre) for initial dirt removal, then Armour in the internal vestibule/lobby for secondary filtration. This two-stage approach provides comprehensive building protection. Contact us to discuss complete entrance matting systems.

Regular vacuuming (daily in high-traffic areas) removes captured dirt before it's tracked further. Deep extraction cleaning quarterly maintains absorbent capacity. The dual-yarn system is remarkably resilient, but neglected barrier matting becomes saturated and loses effectiveness. We provide maintenance guidelines with every installation and can recommend professional cleaning services familiar with barrier matting systems.

Yes, this is the typical installation approach. Use Armour in entrance zones, lobbies, and lift areas where dirt/moisture removal is critical, then transition to standard Burmatex collections (Go To, Tivoli, Code, etc.) for general office areas. The neutral Armour colours (Graphite, Sterling, Cobalt) coordinate beautifully with most interior schemes. We design seamless transitions that look intentional and professional.

Absolutely. Residential developments benefit significantly from Armour in communal entrance areas, lobbies, and lift landings. It protects corridor carpets from dirt tracked from outside, reduces cleaning frequency (important for service charge budgets), and maintains a cleaner, more premium appearance. Many London residential developments specify Armour for entrance areas as standard—it's an investment that pays dividends in reduced maintenance and enhanced building presentation.

Protect Your Building with Armour

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