Anti-fatigue mats were made to reduce fatigue caused by prolonged standing on hard surfaces and provide better comfort for your legs and back. They are made from various materials including rubber, vinyl and wood. These softer floor coverings reduce symptoms of tired feet while greatly reducing slips and falls on slippery floors. Many anti-fatigue mats are resilient regardless of temperature and very easy to clean. Full drainage mats work well for frequent spills and standing water. Mats with larger holes allow liquids and debris to pass through them. In drier work and traffic areas, a mat that offers moderate drainage is sufficient. Mats with a raised knob top surface provide anti-slip protection. Others allow some anti-fatigue value while allowing carts to roll over mat runners. Some anti-fatigue mats have beveled edges to prevent trips and falls while others have connective edges that join multiple mats to cover large work areas. Their built-in connectors keep mats locked together. Many mats can be cut down to size with scissors. Some are reversible for extended service life. There are two main types of anti-fatigue mats; general purpose and grease proof. General purpose mats work well for bars, service areas, work stations, food preparation areas and non-grease areas. Grease and oil, the primary contributors of rubber deterioration, break down mats and shorten service life. Grease resistant mats are good for cooking lines, near fryers or any other industrial area where grease and oil present a problem.