• Bronze Entrance Matting at Credit Suisse, One Cabot Square

    • PROJECT DETAILS

    SystemINTRAform
    SpecificationBronze anodisedfinish with combination of INTRAlux Elite 606 polyamide fibre and ribbed rubber inserts
    LocationCanary Wharf, London
    ArchitectTP Bennett

    Bronze anodised INTRAform entrance matting adds prestige to the entrance of Credit Suisse at One Cabot Square.

    Home to the international banking giant since its completion in 1991, the postmodernist building has recently undergone extensive refurbishment.

    Great lengths

    To maintain a safe, clean entrance befitting this renowned institution, the entrance matting system runs the length of the lobby.

    Encompassing three revolving doors and pass doors, the matting measures 35m across and 3.5m deep at the widest point.

    These generous proportions exceed all recommended standards for entrance matting to minimise both slip hazards and wear to the interiors.

    Design alignment

    Design-wise, the matting aligns perfectly with the slatted feature wall and ceiling overhead. This seamless aesthetic envelops visitors in bronze and wood tones as they enter, to bring a sense of warmth to this vast lobby space.

    To minimise visual disturbance, the primary entrance mat combines bronze profiles with INTRAlux Elite polyamide fibre inserts in Grey 606.

    This high-performance fibre, made from 100% Econyl regenerated nylon, provides 92,990 tufts and 5.4 litres of absorption per square metre.

    The thick, luxurious pile weight for underfoot comfort and class 33 wear rating, make INTRAlux Elite a popular choice.

    Zonal system

    The bronze profiles continue into the three revolving doors. Here, the fibre is combined with ribbed rubber inserts to maximise the removal of dirt and grit. This ensures minimal ingress onto the primary internal matting, where remaining moisture can be fully absorbed.

    This two-stage zonal approach ensures dirt and moisture is removed and retained on even the most inclement days.

    Learn more

    To find out more about maximising entrance matting performance without compromising your design aesthetic, why not attend one of our live CPD seminars?

    Or book a private CPD session for your practice where the content can be tailored to your exacting needs.

    Approved by both the RIBA and the BIID, these 1-hour sessions cover everything you need to know about entrance matting specification; from functions and applications to zonal systems, fire safety and sustainability.

    INTRAform

    A heavy duty aluminium plank system, offering excellent performance and longevity in high traffic areas …