Indoor Playground Flooring

Greatmats offers a wide variety of indoor playground flooring that’s perfect for use in playgrounds, schools, daycares, theme parks, and playrooms. With ASTM fall height ratings, these safety mats for indoor play areas are highly cushioned and comfortable.

We've outlined some of our most popular indoor playground flooring options below.

Foam Tiles for Play Area Floors

Foam floor tiles are excellent indoor playground tiles. Foams are among the softest options around, and they have outstanding cushion. Some of our soft playroom floor tiles are rated for falls, creating the safest space possible.

These are lightweight and incredibly easy to install. Cut them with a sharp utility knife for wall-to-wall installations. If one is damaged, only replace it, rather than the entire layout. It’s a piece of cake to expand the coverage in the future if needed. To pull it up, such as in the case of a moisture issue, it’s a quick process. Then reinstall it later.

Our Premium Foam Mats are a budget-friendly selection. They are made of quality, safe EVA material, which is lead- and latex-free. These are waterproof and stain resistant, so they're easy to clean. Each comes with two border strips to create a center-of-the-room island layout. Available in many brilliant colors, these make for fun and eye-catching kids spaces.

If you're looking for extra protection, our Fall Protected Foam Tiles have a 4-foot certification against falling, making them ideal for spaces involving equipment. They are one of our most popular indoor playground flooring options.

They are waterproof and non-absorbent, so they're a safe surface for youngsters. The tatami top texture prevents rug burns, allowing toddlers to crawl, trip, and tumble safely. Each includes four border edgings for island installations.

Plastic Soft Flooring for Children’s Play Area

These are a step up in terms of durability and firmness and are a great option for kids soft material play areas that will see lots of use. Ours feature interlocking systems, which allow for quick installs. Some of these also have ASTM fall-height ratings.

The Ergo Matta CushionTred is another popular pick for daycare flooring. These are made of recycled PVC plastic and are long-lasting, even when facing busy traffic. They have sound-dampening qualities that are valuable indoors. Their diamond-shield tread design maximizes traction. A locking lug connection system ensures a tight fit, preventing them from separating. Ergo Matta Tiles are available in bright, bold colors that can be mixed and matched for a bold look for indoor playgrounds and kids activity centers.

Rubber Flooring for Children’s Play Areas

Our Max Rubber Playground Flooring is suitable for any application, including fun parks and amusement parks. These rubber tiles have an impressive 6-foot ASTM certification, creating versatile models in terms of protecting from injuries. These are made in the USA.

The Blue Sky Outdoor models are specifically designed for playground safety installations. These combine beauty, functionality, and ease of installation, and they can be used both indoors and outdoors. They will not let mold or mildew form, and they offer a high-traction, non-slip surface.

These are available in many different color choices and thicknesses, ranging from 1.75 to 3.75 inches. They guard against falls of up to 10 feet, depending on the thickness chosen.

Turf for Kid's Indoor Play Area Flooring

For something a little different, consider using turf indoor playground flooring. This indoor-outdoor play area flooring gives the look of real grass without the upkeep or maintenance. It's a cleaner alternative that still creates an attractive aesthetic, like real grass.

Our Portable Indoor Sports Turf can be used to transform any space into a sports field in just minutes. Assembly and disassembly take little effort, and it is an ideal indoor gym flooring for soccer, baseball, lacrosse, field hockey, and more. The turf has nice traction and protects players from injury. They won't cause turf burns, and they will generate plenty of versatility for usage plans.

Consider our Padded Playground Turf options. Artificial turf is both durable and slip-resistant. Some padded turf options have fall-height safety ratings.

Choosing the Right Indoor Playground Mats

Consider indoor playground flooring mats for the following potential uses:

1. Climbing structures
   
2. Playrooms
   
3. Bouncy houses
   
4. Schools
   
5. Kids bedrooms
   
6. Recreation centers
   
7. Amusement parks

Indoor playground flooring will offer the following benefits:

1. Maximum safety surfacing
   
2. Soft play flooring indoor models are more comfortable than outdoor playground flooring
   
3. Fun, attractive colors for making terrific designs and patterns
   
4. Easy installation can be completed without a professional

Think about the following factors to select the ideal model:

1. Will there be climbable structures and equipment that require protection from falling?
   
2. How much foot traffic will there be? Is it a commercial space, or intended only for home use?
   
3. Will it need to be portable?

FAQ Indoor Playground Flooring Q&A

What is the best indoor playground flooring?
Our StayLock Bump Top Colors is an excellent combination of the best features of other tile flooring. This is durable but offers the cushion and anti-fatigue benefits of foams. These are waterproof, and they don't require an underlayment. They utilize an active locking connector system, ensuring they stay connected even during rigorous use.

What is the spongy material on playground floors?
Rubber tiles offer the highest durability of all units, but they also tend to have a firmer consistency. They tend to be heavier, and they're often preferred for areas that sustain lots of movement and impact, such as beneath swing sets.

What is the safest surface to use under commercial playground equipment?
The StayLock Orange Peel is one of the more economical plastic tile options. It offers a fall rating of 20 inches. This has an impressive lifespan of 20 years, ensuring plenty of use from the investment. It’s designed with a conveniently hidden connector, which simplifies installation. Cut them as required to fit around obstacles.

What should I put under my playground equipment?
Our rubber playground tiles provide great shock absorption, and many are rated to guard against head injuries. This material is excellent for all kinds of weather too.