Spec Summary
| Specification | Detail |
| Cut Capability | Any shape; clean edges, no fiber separation |
| Thickness Options | ½”, 5/8″, ¾”, 1″, 1.25″ |
| Supply Format | 6′ × 40′ rolls; precut standard sizes |
| Colors | Natural, Chocolate Brown, Maroon |
| Large Recess Coverage | Multiple sections fuse with no visible seam |
Vinyl backed cocomats are the specified solution for recessed entrance installations in commercial and industrial buildings. They can be cut to any shape without fiber separation, matched to any standard recess depth across five thickness options, and fused across multiple sections without a visible seam.
William F. Kempf manufactures this product at its factory in India, in 6-foot-wide rolls, available in three colors and both plain and printed finishes, simplifying planning and ensuring proper fitting for procurement managers and contractors.
The Recessed Entrance Problem and What Standard Mats Get Wrong
A recessed floor well has fixed dimensions and a fixed depth. The mat specified for it must match both with precision. Standard entrance mats without a bonded base rarely meet that requirement reliably.
When a mat without a firmly bonded backing is cut to fit a recessed well, the fibers at the cut edge separate from the base. The outcome is an unfinished edge that frays under foot traffic, pulls away from the base layer, and creates an uneven surface at the perimeter of the well. In high-traffic commercial entrances such as lobby vestibules, building entry points, and industrial facility access doors, the edge degradation accelerates over time.
Depth matching is a separate and equally critical constraint. A mat that sits proud of the surrounding floor by even a fraction of an inch creates a raised lip. That lip fails accessibility standards and creates a trip hazard for anyone crossing the threshold.
For large recessed areas such as wide lobby entrances, multi-door vestibules, and industrial entry points, a single mat section is rarely sufficient. Multiple sections are required. When those sections are cut from standard mats, the seam between them is visible, creating a surface discontinuity and a trip hazard at the join line.
Vinyl-backed cocomats are designed to deliver consistent performance in recessed entrances, giving contractors confidence in their durability and long-term reliability, which are essential for maintaining professional standards.
Construction and Coco Fiber Tufted onto a Heavy PVC Base
The performance of a vinyl-backed cocomat in a recessed entrance installation stems from its precise construction method, with natural coconut fiber securely tufted into a heavy PVC base, helping procurement managers meet quality standards and make informed choices.
Because the coconut fiber is firmly entrenched in the vinyl base, cutting the mat to a custom shape ensures the fibers at the cut edge remain secure, providing a clean, professional finish that meets specific project requirements for recessed entrance installations.
The seamless fusion of cut sections ensures a smooth, continuous surface, reassuring industrial and commercial building designers of safety and visual appeal in large areas.
The product is manufactured at Kempf’s own factory in India and produced in 6-foot-wide rolls, offering the flexibility to cut precisely for a wide range of recess configurations, ensuring compatibility with different well sizes and simplifying installation planning.
Thickness Options and Matching the Mat to the Recess Depth
Selecting the correct thickness is the first specification decision for any recessed entrance mat installation. The mat must sit flush with the surrounding floor. A mat that is too thick creates a raised lip. One that falls short of the recess depth reduces the mat’s scraping effectiveness.
Vinyl backed cocomats are available in five thickness options that cover the full range of standard commercial and industrial recess depths:
| Thickness | Typical Application |
| ½” | Shallow recesses; light commercial foot traffic |
| 5/8″ | Standard commercial entrance recesses |
| ¾” | Medium commercial; moderate traffic volume |
| 1″ | High-traffic commercial entrances |
| 1.25″ | Industrial facilities; road paving roller applications |
The five options allow specifiers to match the mat to the actual measured depth of the recess without modification or compromise. The 1.25″ thickness extends the product’s application range into industrial facility entry points and road paving roller applications, broadening its relevance for procurement managers sourcing across multiple facility types.
Sizing and Rolls, Precut Mats, and Large Recess Coverage
Vinyl backed cocomats are available in two supply formats, each suited to a different procurement and installation scenario.
Roll Format
Rolls are produced at 6 feet wide by 40 feet long and are available in multiple thicknesses. The roll format gives the installer the material needed to cut precisely to a floor well’s dimensions, including length, width, and any non-rectangular geometry, without wasteful oversizing. This is the correct specification for contractors cutting to fit during installation.
Precut Standard Sizes
Precut mats are available in both plain and printed patterns. These are appropriate when the recess dimensions match a standard mat footprint, eliminating the need for on-site cutting. Printed pattern options make precut mats relevant for facilities managers specifying branded or decorative entrance treatments in corporate, retail, or institutional environments.
For large recess areas such as wide lobby entrances, vestibules, and multi-door industrial entry configurations, multiple sections are cut from roll stock and fused in place. Because the coco fiber is firmly set into the vinyl base, the sections join cleanly, leaving an invisible seam in the finished installation. This approach allows a single product specification to cover any recessed footprint without the trip hazard or aesthetic compromise of a visible seam.
Color Options and Printed Designs
Vinyl backed cocomats are available in three colors:
- Natural
- Chocolate Brown
- Maroon
Precut mats are also available in printed patterns and standard sizes. The color and printed finish options are relevant to facilities managers responsible for entrance appearance in commercial environments such as lobby entrances, corporate buildings, and retail facilities, where the entrance mat is a visible element of the interior specification.
Color selection does not affect thickness availability or cut-to-fit capability. All construction and performance specifications apply across the three color options.
Why Specify Vinyl-Backed Cocomats for Your Next Commercial Entrance Project
For facilities managers and contractors specifying recessed entrance matting, the procurement decision comes down to four variables: whether the mat can be cut to the exact dimensions of the recess, whether it will hold its edge after cutting, whether it can cover large areas without a visible or hazardous seam, and whether the available thickness options match the actual depth of the floor well.
Vinyl backed cocomats satisfy all four requirements through a single, consistent construction method. The cut-to-fit capability eliminates edge and gap problems. The fusion capability eliminates visible seams in large installations. The five thicknesses cover the full spectrum of standard commercial and industrial recess depths. The roll format supports large-scale or multi-entrance projects. And because William F. Kempf manufactures the product at its own factory, volume orders are fulfilled to a consistent specification.
For facilities managers responsible for a single building entrance or contractors specifying matting across a multi-site commercial project, those are the attributes that determine whether a recessed entrance installation performs correctly from the first day of occupancy.
To specify for your next commercial entrance project or to confirm thickness matching and roll availability for a volume order, contact William F. Kempf for specification guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Vinyl backed cocomats suitable for recessed entrance installations?
Vinyl backed cocomats are machine-tufted with natural coconut fiber onto a heavy PVC base, allowing the mat to be cut to any shape without fiber separation or edge fraying. This construction also enables multiple sections to be fused in large recessed areas without a visible seam. The combination of clean cutting and seamless fusion makes the product suited to the dimensional constraints of recessed floor wells.
How many thickness options are available for Vinyl backed cocomats?
Vinyl backed cocomats are available in five thickness options: ½”, 5/8″, ¾”, 1″, and 1.25″. Each thickness corresponds to a range of commercial or industrial recess depths and traffic volumes, allowing specifiers to match the mat to the floor well depth without modification.
Can vinyl-backed coc mats be cut to custom sizes on-site?
Yes. Because the coconut fiber is firmly set into the vinyl base, the mat can be cut to any custom shape without the fibers separating from the base or fraying at the cut edge. Roll stock is the appropriate procurement format for contractors cutting to fit during installation.
What happens at the seam when multiple mat sections are used in a large recessed area?
When two cut sections of vinyl backed cocomat are placed together in a large recess, the seam between them is invisible in the finished installation. The coconut fiber surface appears continuous because the fibers are embedded in the vinyl base, so the join produces no visible line or surface discontinuity.
What roll dimensions are available for Vinyl backed cocomats?
Vinyl backed cocomats are produced in rolls measuring 6 feet wide by 40 feet long. This roll format is available in multiple thicknesses. It is the correct supply format for large-scale commercial installations or contractors who need to cut the mat to a specific floor well configuration.
What colors are vinyl backed cocomats available in?
Vinyl backed cocomats are available in three colors: Natural, Chocolate Brown, and Maroon. Precut mats are also available in printed patterns and standard sizes, which are suitable for commercial environments where the entrance mat is part of a branded or designed interior specification.
Are Vinyl backed cocomats appropriate for industrial facility entrances?
Yes. The 1.25″ thickness option is suited to industrial facility entry points and also serves road paving roller applications. The cut-to-fit construction and seamless fusion capability make the product functional in industrial environments where large, recessed entry areas and heavy foot traffic are standard.
What is the difference between roll stock and precut Vinyl backed cocomats?
Roll stock, available in 6′ × 40′ rolls, is the correct format when the installer needs to cut the mat to a custom floor well dimension. Precut mats are available in standard sizes, both plain and printed, and are appropriate when the recess dimensions match a standard mat footprint, eliminating the need for on-site cutting.
Can Vinyl backed cocomats be used in lobby entrances with branded or printed designs?
Precut Vinyl backed cocomats are available in printed patterns and plain finishes. This makes them relevant for corporate lobbies, retail entrances, and institutional facilities where the entrance mat must carry a logo, pattern, or design element as part of the interior specification.
Who manufactures Vinyl backed cocomats?
Vinyl backed cocomats are manufactured by William F. Kempf at its production facility in India. Direct manufacturer sourcing supports consistent specification fulfillment for volume orders and multi-site commercial projects where uniform product specification across all entrances is required.