FITWORKS Turns to Greatmats for Turf and Rubber Flooring

Flooring matters more in professional gyms than you might think. Quality gym flooring supports member health and comfort and plays an important role in safety. The flooring you choose impacts a gym’s bottom line, both in terms of its durability and longevity and in its ability to create an aesthetically pleasing, enjoyable space that members want to return to.

That’s a lot to ask of any flooring product, and it’s a challenge that Jamie K., Regional Operations Manager of FITWORKS, faced. The commercial gym offers gym memberships and personal training and has been in business for over 30 years. Known for being a community 24/7/365 gym with a variety of equipment, the gym needed quality flooring that would give members a functional space that they could be proud to do their workouts in.

Jamie found the right gym flooring products at Greatmats.

How Greatmats Gym Flooring Transformed FITWORKS Gyms

Jamie needed a durable gym flooring product that could withstand the demands of use in a commercial gym. “Previously, we have had designated rubber or carpeted areas for this space,” explained Jamie. The flooring was to be installed over a concrete subfloor, and Jamie was concerned about the cost of the product, as well as the price of shipping.


Jamie found the solution at Greatmats. The V-Max Artificial Grass Turf Premium Colors Roll was a match for the gym’s existing brand colors. “I liked how vibrant the orange turf was, which fits our color scheme,” says Jamie.

The Rolled Rubber Sport ⅜ Inch 10% Colors was another match for the gym’s needs. “We were looking to get away from the horse mats and get into rolled rubber since it's more cost-effective,” says Jamie.

The products were a success; they’re both durable and aesthetically pleasing, and the products are now installed in several Ohio gym locations, including Mentor, Niles, Parma, and Stow gyms. The installation includes two new locations opened in the last three years.

Jamie says that the experience of working with Greatmats was smooth. FITWORKS contracted out the installation process to a local tradesperson.

The products delivered the professional appearance that Jamie was looking for, and they were used in tandem in the same area. The gym turf created an eye-catching accent lane in the middle of the exercise equipment, providing a comfortable surface that’s suitable for gym sled workouts. Alternatively, members could roll out their yoga mats and use the space for floor exercises.

The rolled rubber gym flooring created a cohesive, sleek-looking surface underneath gym equipment, like ellipticals and treadmills. It avoided the piecemeal look that comes from using rubber horse stall mats, and created a complete and polished aesthetic for the room. At ⅜ inches thick, the rubber rolls provided adequate protection for the gym subfloor when placed underneath weight lifting equipment, too.

Top Gym Flooring Products at Greatmats

FITWORKS found success with two highly popular flooring products at Greatmats; these products solve many problems that fitness facilities often experience.

V-Max Artificial Grass Turf Premium Colors Roll: Ideal for gyms and sled work

The V-Max Artificial Grass Turf Premium Colors Roll is a highly durable athletic flooring that’s approved for training with gym sleds. This turf performs well in wear and resistance tests and features a nylon and polyethylene blend that gives it a highly realistic feel. The turf requires no infill, making for a simpler and more economical installation process in your workout area.

This artificial gym turf is also available in seven premium colors, so it can match your facility brand. It adds a vibrant yet functional touch to a gym and is comfortable underfoot.

Rolled Rubber Sport ⅜ Inch 10% Colors: Versatile flooring for weight areas and more

The Rolled Rubber Sport ⅜ Inch 10% Colors offers numerous valuable qualities that make it ideal for use in a weight area, a general gym equipment space, and more. The rubber is shock- and sound-absorbent, so it creates a more enjoyable space for members to exercise. Its shock absorption and slip resistance are ideal for strength training areas. The rubber roll helps protect a concrete subfloor, and it’s comfortable for standing and walking.

This rolled rubber gym flooring can be ordered in custom-cut lengths to fit your gym, saving you money and minimizing any wasted product. At four feet wide, it’s easy to roll out over a surface, and it can be taped or glued down for a long-lasting installation.

Order Gym Flooring from Greatmats

Whether you’re looking for a gym flooring solution for a weight room or you need a more comprehensive solution for larger spaces in your facility, Greatmats can help. We’re proud to offer an extensive selection of popular gym flooring, and our customer service team is happy to help you determine which product is right for your needs. Contact us today for product samples, shipping quotes, or help placing your order.

Jamie K.

FITWORKS