Kitchen comfort
Your kitchen floor is working against you
Tile, slate, stone — beautiful to look at, brutal to stand on. Stand-Safe brings 20mm of industrial-grade cushioning to your kitchen floor, so you can cook, prep, and entertain without the aching feet and sore back.
The kitchen floor problem
Hard floors are the most common cause of kitchen fatigue.
The UK kitchen flooring market is dominated by hard surfaces — porcelain tile, natural stone, slate, and luxury vinyl. These are durable, easy to clean, and look fantastic. But standing on them for extended periods while cooking, washing up, or entertaining causes genuine discomfort.
Porcelain tile
Zero give. Maximum fatigue.
Natural stone
Cold and unforgiving.
Slate
Hard as the quarry it came from.
Concrete
Worst of all for your joints.
The solution
20mm of comfort where you need it most.
Place a Stand-Safe mat in front of your worktop, hob, or sink — wherever you stand longest. The 20mm cushioning absorbs the impact of standing and reduces the muscular effort that causes fatigue and pain.
Place at your main standing position
In front of the hob, along the worktop, or by the sink — wherever you spend the most time standing.
Connect for longer runs
Use Stand-Safe Connectors to link mats along a kitchen island or between cooking stations.
Cook in comfort
Notice the difference within minutes. Your feet, legs, and back will thank you after a Sunday roast or dinner party.
Recommended for kitchens
Stand-Safe Antimicrobial Mat
Built-in antimicrobial protection for food preparation environments. Solid deck for home kitchens.
Choose your version
Standard or antimicrobial? Both work brilliantly.
Great value
Stand-Safe Pro
Quote on request
Full 20mm anti-fatigue cushioning without antimicrobial treatment. Ideal for home kitchens where regular cleaning is routine.
- ✓ 20mm industrial-grade cushioning
- ✓ 6.6kg — won't slide on tile
- ✓ Easy wipe-clean surface
- ✕ No antimicrobial protection
Best for: Budget-conscious home cooks
Recommended for kitchens
Stand-Safe Antimicrobial
Quote on request
Everything the Pro offers, plus built-in antimicrobial protection that inhibits bacterial growth. The smart choice for serious home cooks.
- ✓ 20mm industrial-grade cushioning
- ✓ 6.6kg — won't slide on tile
- ✓ Easy wipe-clean surface
- ✓ Built-in antimicrobial protection
Best for: Home cooks and families
Who benefits most
If your feet hurt after cooking, this is for you.
Home cooks
Spending an hour or more cooking dinner? Your feet notice every minute on hard tile. Stand-Safe makes the entire cooking process more comfortable, from prep to plating.
Entertainers & bakers
Weekend baking, dinner parties, holiday cooking marathons. When you're standing for hours at a stretch, proper cushioning makes the difference between enjoyment and endurance.
People with back or joint pain
Hard floors aggravate existing back, hip, and knee conditions. The 20mm cushioning reduces impact and muscular strain, making kitchen time easier on your body.
FAQ
Kitchen mat questions, answered.
Why do I need an anti-fatigue mat in my kitchen?
If your kitchen has hard flooring — tile, slate, stone, or concrete — standing while cooking, prepping, and washing up puts sustained pressure on your feet, legs, and lower back. Over time this causes fatigue and pain. An anti-fatigue mat with proper cushioning absorbs impact and reduces the muscular effort of standing, making extended kitchen time genuinely comfortable.
Is it worth spending £81 when I can get a kitchen mat for £20?
Cheap kitchen mats are typically decorative fabric or thin foam (5-8mm). They look nice but provide minimal cushioning. Stand-Safe delivers 20mm of industrial-grade cushioning — the same technology used in factories for workers standing 8+ hours. It won't compress or flatten after a few months. At £81, it will outlast multiple cheap mats and actually solve the comfort problem.
Should I choose standard or antimicrobial for a kitchen?
For a home kitchen, the standard Pro (£81) works well if you keep your kitchen clean. The antimicrobial version (£94.50) is worth considering if you do a lot of food prep, have young children, or simply want the extra hygiene confidence. It inhibits bacterial growth on the mat surface between cleans.
Do I need the drainage version for a kitchen?
For most home kitchens, the solid-deck version is ideal. It's easier to clean and more comfortable underfoot. The drainage version is designed for commercial kitchens and bars where floors are constantly wet. Unless your kitchen regularly has standing water, stick with the solid deck.
Will it fit in front of my worktop?
Each mat is 71cm x 102cm. Position the long edge (102cm) along your worktop for maximum coverage. For longer runs — along a kitchen island or between the hob and sink — connect multiple mats with Stand-Safe Connectors (£12.15 each).
How do I clean it?
Sweep or vacuum loose crumbs and debris, then wipe with a damp cloth or mop. For deeper cleans, use a mild kitchen cleaner. The mat is resistant to common household cleaning products. The antimicrobial version provides additional protection between cleans.
Will it slide on tile or slate floors?
No. Stand-Safe weighs 6.6kg with a textured underside designed for grip. It stays firmly in place on tile, slate, stone, laminate, and hardwood. This is a significant advantage over lightweight mats that slide every time you move.
Trusted across UK industry
Specified by facilities, safety, and production teams nationwide.
Request your Safe-Flex plan
Need British-made matting with guaranteed compliance and sustainability?
Share site measurements or CAD drawings and we will return a costed layout, recycled content statement, and RAMS pack within 48 hours—backed by our 30-day returns guarantee.
Speak to our project team
Tell us about your matting project and we will design a Safe-Flex or Stand-Safe solution made in Britain.
Our industrial specialists respond within one business day. We support multi-site roll-outs, maintenance shutdowns, and urgent replacements—all with 100% recycled compound and a 30-day returns guarantee.
Operating hours
Monday - Friday: 07:30-18:00
Response time
Replies within one working day via email.