WaterHog Silver features a zirconium phosphate-based ceramic ion-exchange resin that contains silver. This resin is effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms that cause discoloration, odor, biofouling, and other aesthetic problems. In independent tests conducted by The MicroStar Lab, WaterHog Silver reduced bacteria growth by more than 99%. During testing, WaterHog Silver mat swatches are placed in a sterile container, inoculated with bacteria^, and incubated for a specified time. After incubation, colonies of recovered bacteria are counted and used to determine percent reductions.  In the WaterHog Silver test, less than 1% of the bacteria remained; more than 99% had been reduced.
^Specifically the klebsiella pneumoniae and staphylococcusaureus bacteria
SURFACE
Material: Solution-dyed PET (polyethylene terephthalate) featuring zirconium phosphate-based ceramic ion-exchange resin containing silver.
Weight: 30 ounces/yard2
Construction: Needle-punched
Design: Honeycomb
BACKING OPTIONS
Material: SBR rubber – smooth or universal cleated
Thickness: 78-mil (body thickness 78-mil; border thickness 143-mil)
OVERALL MAT THICKNESS: 3/8 inch (0.375″)
STANDARDS & TESTING
- Certified high-traction by the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI)
- Passes CPSC FF 1-70 for the surface flammability of carpets
