Snow and Winter Grip matting tiles

21 Nov 2025 | Posted by Andrew Onions

Secure Footing in Winter: Why Rubber Snow Mats from MacLellan Rubber Are Your Best Bet

When winter rolls in, with freezing temperatures, sleet, and snow, outdoor surfaces like driveways, pathways, and entrances become treacherous. Slips, falls, and loss of grip are real hazards. But there’s a simple, smart solution: rugged rubber matting from MacLellan Rubber to bring traction, durability, and peace of mind.

Why Choose MacLellan Rubber Matting for Winter Use

1. Exceptional Slip Resistance
   MacLellan offers a range of matting designed for grip. For example, their Pyramid Matting features a raised pyramid profile, which provides excellent multi-directional anti-slip performance.

2. Designed for Cold Temperatures
   The materials used by MacLellan Rubber are rated for low-temperature performance. For example, their TPE ribbed mattings can handle temperatures down to –30 °C, making them well-suited for winter conditions.

3. Durability and Resilience
   These are not delicate doormats. The rubber compounds used are abrasion-resistant and can resist regular wear from foot traffic, snow boots, and even vehicle tyres. Their SBR rubber sheet, for instance, is rated for robust performance.

4. Modular & Flexible Installation
   MacLellan’s 7701 Honeycomb Interlocking Modular Tile system means you can lay down a temporary but very stable matting surface. Tiles interlock securely and can be removed or repositioned easily, making it ideal for both permanent entrances and seasonal needs. MacLellan Rubber

5. Edge Safety & Visibility
   Some of MacLellan’s anti-fatigue mats come with high-visibility yellow bevelled edges or ramps — helping to reduce trip risks, especially when snow obscures visibility.

6. Weather and Chemical Resistance
   Their rubber compounds are durable against weather, water, and even oily or greasy residues. That means not just ice but also slush mixed with road salt or grime won’t easily degrade the mats.

 Applications for the home and Business include

• Parking Areas & Driveways: Lay down modular tiles or durable rubber sheets where vehicles park to provide grip and prevent tyres from spinning on icy surfaces.

• Entrances & Doorways: Use honeycomb or ribbed mats right at your front or back door to trap melting snow and reduce the risk of slippery thresholds.

• Walkways & Pathways: For garden paths or paved walkways, run lengths of ribbed or patterned matting to give safe footing underfoot even when snow is packed down.

Winter doesn’t have to mean compromise between safety and convenience. With MacLellan Rubber’s matting solutions — whether modular tiles, honeycomb mats, or patterned surfaces — you can create traction zones for cars, pedestrians, and everything in between. They’re tough, cold-resistant, easy to install, and highly effective. Investing in the right matting now means a safer, more secure winter underfoot — and fewer worries about slips, ice, or seasonal damage.