The Premier Matwell Floating in Brushed Chrome is a stylish and practical solution for framing recessed entrance mats where the surrounding floor requires room to expand and contract. Designed specifically for floating floors, it creates an attractive, durable entrance detail for your home.
Crafted from solid brass and hand-finished in a contemporary brushed chrome finish, this matwell trim offers both performance and refined design, ideal for modern interiors and high-traffic entrances.
Key Specifications
- Finish: Brushed Chrome
- Material: Solid brass
- Lengths available: 900mm, 1000mm, 1800mm, 2700mm
- Expansion options: 11mm, 15mm, 23mm
- Mat thickness compatibility: 12mm (ribbed) or 17mm (coir)
- Range: Premier Range
- Fixing method: Adhesive
What Makes the Premier Matwell Floating Different?
Unlike standard matwell trims, the Floating Matwell is engineered to accommodate floors that naturally expand and contract, such as:
- Engineered wood
- Laminate flooring
- Timber floors
- Some vinyl brands
It provides a clean, tailored surround while maintaining the correct expansion allowance, essential for preserving the integrity of floating flooring installations. We supply the Premier Matwell in straight lengths, helping you to construct custom-sized frames, with three expansion allowances to suit manufacturer requirements. The product is fully adhesive, with no screws required.
If your surrounding flooring is non-floating (such as porcelain tiles or fully bonded wood), you may wish to consider the Premier Lip or Premier Matwell for Non-Floating floors instead, both of which are available in brushed chrome.
For carpeted surroundings, the Premier Square is the appropriate alternative.
How the Premier Matwell Floating Works
The profile is designed to sit slightly raised above the finished floor level, fixing into the recessed matwell itself, allowing for a controlled expansion space between the floating floor and the mat frame
The matwell subfloor is built up using plywood or similar materials to achieve the required depth for either 12mm ribbed matting or 17mm coir matting
Lengths can be cut and mitred on site to form a frame in any size or configuration required. This flexibility makes it ideal for entrance halls of all shapes and proportions.
Usage Guidelines & Flooring Compatibility
This product is suitable when:
- Your surrounding flooring is floating and requires an expansion allowance
- You are installing a recessed matwell
- You want a professional, framed finish to coir or ribbed matting
Dimensions of the mat surround profile:
- Designed for 12mm thick ribbed matting:
- 11mm expansion allowance: (A) 6mm (B) 11mm (C) 8mm.
- 15mm expansion allowance: (A) 6mm (B) 15mm (C) 8mm.
- 23mm expansion allowance: (A) 6mm (B) 23mm (C) 8mm.
- Designed for 17mm thick coir matting:
- 11mm expansion allowance: (A) 6mm (B) 11mm (C) 13mm.
- 15mm expansion allowance: (A) 6mm (B) 15mm (C) 13mm.
- 23mm expansion allowance: (A) 6mm (B) 23mm (C) 13mm.
Always refer to your flooring manufacturer’s guidance to determine the correct expansion requirement before ordering.
Installation & Fitting Tips
This is a more technical installation and is best completed by an experienced flooring fitter at the time the floating floor is installed.
Tools Required:
- Mitre saw suitable for metal
- Measuring tools
- Non-expanding cartridge adhesive
- Plywood or suitable subfloor build-up material
Fitting Advice:
- Lay the floating floor first, leaving a recessed space for the mat
- Calculate total external frame dimensions before purchasing lengths
- Build up the matwell base to the correct finished depth
- Cut and mitre carefully for neat corners
- Fix in place using a non-expanding adhesive
- Fit the matting into the completed recess
Cleaning & Aftercare
To maintain your Premier Matwell trim:
- Wipe with a soft, dry or lightly damp cloth
- Avoid abrasive cleaners or scouring pads
- Dry thoroughly after cleaning
- Use a suitable metal polish occasionally if desired
The unlacquered finish may naturally age over time, depending on its environment.
Delivery & Returns
We offer free delivery on orders over £100, with UK-wide transit available in 3-5 working days. See our page for more information on delivery and returns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suitable for my flooring type?
It is designed specifically for floating floors that require an expansion allowance. If your flooring is glued or fixed and does not move, consider the non-floating matwell option.
How do I know which expansion size to choose?
Refer to your flooring manufacturer’s guidance. Choose from 11mm, 15mm or 23mm expansion options accordingly.
Can it be used with underfloor heating?
Yes. As the installation uses an adhesive rather than screws, it is suitable where underfloor heating may be present.
Is the frame supplied ready-made?
No. The profiles are supplied in straight lengths to be cut and mitred on site.
What mat thickness does it suit?
It is designed for either 12mm ribbed matting or 17mm coir matting.
Can I install it myself?
Due to the precision required and the need to coordinate with floating floor installation, professional fitting is recommended.
Will the brushed chrome finish match other trims?
Yes. For the most cohesive look, choose coordinating products from the Premier Range.
