Tarkett Refines Walk-Off Mat System Design

SOLON, OH – Tarkett is balancing appearance and performance in entryways with UpFront, a new carpet walk-off system.

The new system blends elevated design with enduring performance for a refined entry experience.
Available in two styles with hybrid carpet and carpet tile options, UpFront stops soil and contaminants at the entrance while still delivering an aesthetic first impression.

“Every arrival is an opportunity to not just welcome, but inspire. That’s why it’s so important to install the right walk-off carpet system, balancing appearance and performance,” said Omoleye Simmons, Tarkett’s vice president of design. “The new UpFront collection is one that equally captures soil, moisture and attention.”

UpFront is available in two styles, Bold and Frank, each available in four colorways. Bold features dramatic angular lines for a confident look, while Frank is a practical design featuring light crosshatches contrasted on a dark background.

Walk-off systems are crucial for trapping soil, moisture and debris from foot traffic, significantly reducing cleaning costs, preventing slip-and-fall accidents and extending the life of other interior flooring. Effective walk-off systems like UpFront can trap 80% of soil and contaminants within the first 12–15 feet of the entrance.

UpFront is available as a Powerbond hybrid carpet, ethos carpet tile, and Flex-Aire cushion carpet tile.
Tarkett said, with unmatched durability, top-in-class moisture management and unrivaled ease of maintenance, Powerbond is engineered for demanding environments. Its chemically welded seams create a wall-to-wall impermeable moisture barrier, helping to maintain a healthier environment by avoiding conditions that are favorable to microbial growth.

Further helping to foster good indoor air quality, Powerbond RS is the world’s first Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly soft surface flooring. In testing, it has been scientifically proven to reduce exposure to asthma and allergy triggers; a simple dry vacuuming removes 95% of allergens.

Made with up to 78% recycled content, ethos carpet tile is a sustainable solution for high-traffic spaces where ease of installation is a must. Flex-Aire cushion carpet tile is a standout option for spaces that demand a durable flooring solution that delivers superior underfoot comfort.

The UpFront collection is part of Tarkett’s ReStart take-back and recycling program, through which the ethos backing can be fully recycled back into itself.

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, generating net sales of 3.3 billion euros in 2025.

For more, go to www.tarkett-group.com.