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Recessed Grille & Matting Systems · CSI 12 48 13 · Made in USA

Architectural recessed systems, engineered into the floor.

Permanent, flush recessed grille and matting systems that manage the heaviest foot traffic at the most demanding entrances — aluminum grille rails, natural and synthetic coir, and modular WaterHog tiles, custom-built to your recess and specification.

Recessed aluminum grille mat system installed flush at a commercial entrance
Recessed grille system — permanent architectural entrance
Our Recessed Systems

Built into the floor, built to last.

From aluminum grille systems to natural coir and modular WaterHog tiles — each is custom-built to your recess depth, size, and traffic. Request a quote or samples on any of them.

Most popular3/4″ Recessed Grille Mats
UFM34 · Heavy-Duty Grille

3/4″ Recessed Grille Mats

  • Rugged aluminum rails, roll-up vinyl hinge
  • Rated to 1,000 lb rolling load per wheel
  • Carpet, vinyl, or stainless-steel inserts
Best for Heavy-duty high-traffic entrances
Custom-quoted
3/8″ Recessed Grille Mats
UFM38 · Low-Profile Grille

3/8″ Recessed Grille Mats

  • Reduces tracked-in dirt up to 85%
  • Recessed, surface-mount, or shallow recess
  • ADA-compliant closely spaced inserts
Best for Shallow recesses & renovations
Custom-quoted
1-5/8″ Recessed Grille Mats
UFM158 · Deep-Pit Grille

1-5/8″ Recessed Grille Mats

  • Welded keylock aluminum construction
  • 6063-T52 architectural-grade extrusions
  • Custom-built for new or retrofit
Best for Deep-pit industrial entrances
Custom-quoted
Recessed Coco Mats
Natural · Coir

Recessed Coco Mats

  • Natural coconut coir, LEED-eligible
  • Aggressive bristle scraping action
  • Exceptional moisture absorption
Best for LEED & natural aesthetics
Custom-quoted
WaterHog Modular Tiles
Tiles · Modular

WaterHog Modular Tiles

  • Interlocking tiles, no adhesive needed
  • Fills custom-shaped wells wall-to-wall
  • Proven WaterHog scraping performance
Best for Large or custom-shaped wells
From$231.68
Synthetic Coco Mats
Synthetic · Coir-Look

Synthetic Coco Mats

  • Solution-dyed polypropylene coir look
  • Fade- and stain-resistant, low-maintenance
  • Custom-cut up to 6'6" wide, 5 colors
Best for Coir look, low maintenance
From$85.50
Free samples Custom-built to your recess ADA-compliant Nationwide install support
For Architects & Specifiers

Specification-grade, ready for your drawings.

Our recessed grille systems are engineered to be specified, submitted, and installed to code — with the documentation your team needs at every phase of the project.

CSI MasterFormat® Section 12 48 13 — Entrance Floor Mats & Frames · Division 12 · Furnishings

Specification support

  • Three-part guide specifications — Part 1 General, Part 2 Products, Part 3 Execution
  • Editable specification language for your project manual
  • Submittal packages and product data sheets
  • LEED documentation — recycled and regional-content contributions

Design resources

  • 2D CAD details (.dwg) and section drawings
  • Revit / BIM families on request
  • Frame and recess sections for new construction or retrofit
  • System models: UFM38 (3/8″) · UFM34 (3/4″) · UFM158 (1-5/8″)
6063-T6 extruded aluminum 32.5% post-consumer recycled content Rolling loads to 1,000 lb / wheel ADA / ICC A117.1 compliant Made in USA · 2–5 yr warranty
How It Works

Specified for your recess, quoted for your project.

Tell us about your recess and traffic, and we'll engineer the right system.

1

Share your recess & traffic

Send your recess depth, size, and traffic level — or your drawings and specifications.

2

We spec & quote

We recommend the right system, inserts, and finish, and provide a detailed quote.

3

We build & deliver

Custom-manufactured to your specs and delivered nationwide, with installation guidance.

Why Universal Floor Mats

Architectural performance, engineered into the entrance.

Recessed systems that sit flush, handle the heaviest traffic, and are built to your exact specification.

Flush, seamless finish

Sits level with the surrounding floor for a clean, refined entrance.

Heavy-duty aluminum

Architectural-grade extrusions rated for demanding rolling loads.

Custom-built to any recess

Engineered to your depth, size, and shape, for new or retrofit builds.

ADA-compliant

Closely spaced inserts keep canes and crutch tips safe.

Made in the USA

Manufactured domestically to commercial performance standards.

Inserts & finishes

Carpet, vinyl, stainless steel, and natural or synthetic coir.

★★★★★

“Incredible customer service and high-quality products. I could not be happier with my purchase, and I'd recommend them to anyone looking for any type of floor mat.”

Verified Customer

Ready to spec your recessed system?

Request a quote or samples today, and we'll help you engineer the right system for your recess, traffic, and budget — at no cost and no obligation.

Free samples · Custom-built to spec · ADA-compliant · Nationwide install support