How to Install I-Beam Pads

I-beam padding is essential for maximizing safety in spaces where you work around exposed I-beams. These pads add valuable protection to indoor spaces like gyms, warehouses, offices, and more. Have you ordered your beam padding but aren’t sure about the installation process? We’ve included some simple instructions on how to install I-beam pads below to help you get started.

How to Install I-Beam Pads

I-beam pads are very easy to install. Products like the Safety I-Beam Pad can be installed in just a few minutes, and the installation doesn’t require any specific tools. To install your padding, you’ll need to follow a few steps:

1. Unpackage your I-beam pads and identify the hook-and-loop tape that comes with each pad.


2. Determine where on the I-beam you want to position each pad.


3. Remove the plastic backing from the hook and loop tape and attach it to the back edge of the I-beam, where each edge of the pad will wrap around.


4. Gradually pull open the I-beam pad and work it onto each edge of the I-beam. The pad will cover the front face of the beam.


5. Gradually push and pull to get the mat into place.


6. Once the mat is positioned, push against the back edges to secure the hook and loop tape on the inside of the pads to the tape that you’ve installed on the I-beam.

As you’re installing the I-beam pads, the foam within the pads may shift and look uneven. It will be smooth once the installation is completed and the wraps are taut across the beam.

Additional Padding Options to Maximize Safety

In addition to I-beam padding, you might purchase pole pads and pilaster wraps, depending on the structures present in your space. Both of these padding options feature foam for shock absorption, and they’re also designed for a simple installation. Both products are installed with hook-and-loop connectors just like the I-beam pads, which makes them easy to install and remove if needed.

More Reasons to Buy I-Beam Padding

I-beam padding is very easy to install, so your maintenance team can accomplish the installation in just a few minutes. There’s no complicated preparation process, and the pads feature a simple design that holds them securely in place once installed.

An Investment in Safety

Purchasing I-beam padding is an excellent investment in your gym or athletic studio. By investing in these pads, you’re demonstrating your business’s dedication to athlete safety. The pads are an excellent complement to gym wall pads and post padding, and they help maximize safety around structures that could be potentially dangerous in a collision.

A Professional Aesthetic

Buying I-beam padding can also contribute to a more complete and professional look for your gym or facility. Exposed I-beams can be an eyesore, especially when the rest of your gym is finished with professional wall padding. Covering the I-beams contributes to a more complete and polished look, which can stand out in photos, publicity, events, competitions, and more.

Accident Prevention

But most importantly, I-beam padding could help prevent a devastating accident. These pads help maximize athlete safety, allowing athletes to work out or compete enthusiastically without worrying about potential collisions and injuries. Buying I-beam padding can give you peace of mind, knowing that you’ve done everything possible to protect athletes and create a safe space.

Order I-Beam Pads from Greatmats

At Greatmats, we offer numerous I-beam padding products, as well as gym wall pads, pole pads, pilaster wraps, and more. Contact us today to learn about these options, and we’re happy to help you determine which products are right for your gym. Many of these products are available as custom orders, so you can specify everything from the dimensions you need to cutouts for wall pads, ensuring the products make a seamless addition to your gym.