Now you can move the second mat in and interlock it to the 6’ edge of the first mat. Align the interlocking tabs and then take your hammer and tap them into place. If you are laying your matting over a stone dust floor you will want to take care not to beat on the tabs too hard. This will cause dents in the stone dust below and make it difficult to lock the mats together. Gently tapping the tabs will do.

You will now want to measure from the female end of an interlocking tab on the mat over to the furthest point on the wall. Take a measurement from both the top and the bottom edges of the mat. (This will tell you if your wall is out of square.) Take notice of any objects or protrusions that will need to be cut around. (waterers, posts, etc.)

Step four is to mark your mat for cutting. Measure your mat from the male end of an interlocking tab. The more detailed you can mark your mat; the less opportunity there is to make a mistake. Use the BIC White-Out pen to “sketch” your cuts out on the stall mat. It is also a good idea to take a moment and re-check your measurements before you begin cutting. Remember: MEASURE TWICE - CUT ONCE!

After you have your mat “sketched” out, it is time to begin cutting. Place your “T” square along the line to be cut. Put the blade of your utility knife alone the edge of the “T” square and using it as a guide, begin scoring the line to be cut with your knife. Score this line 3 to 5 times until you have cut over half way through the rubber.