James Installs Shock-Absorbing Foam Mats for His Garage Gym

When James wanted to create a garage gym, he needed flooring tiles that were suitable for the space and for the workout equipment that they would need to support. James found the ideal gym flooring tiles for garage use at Greatmats, and he’s been able to enjoy his home gym ever since.

James found Greatmats through a Google search, and he realized that the Gym Floor Workout Fitness Tile Pebble was an ideal flooring for his home gym. The EVA foam tiles were specifically crafted to be durable and strong enough for use in gym settings, and they could be installed directly on his garage concrete subfloor.

He explains that he chose the tiles because they had great reviews - they currently have a five-star rating based on over 200 reviews - and he liked that they measure ¾ inches thick, providing a sturdy workout surface while also protecting the subfloor. “It can support my weights and workout style,” James said of the flooring.

To determine how many tiles he needed, James used the Greatmats online floor calculator, inputting the dimensions of the space he wanted to convert into his garage gym. “You just go online and put in your dimensions, and they send you the correct number of tiles,” he explains, noting that the calculator was very accurate.

The tiles support an easy DIY installation, thanks to their puzzle-style edges, which easily fit together. Once the tiles are connected, the edge pieces can be installed on the outside, creating clean, finished edges for a professional look.

James has been very pleased with the tiles’ performance. “Assembly was easy,” he says. “It’s comfortable to sit on, and it’s soft.” The tiles are strong enough to support his workout equipment, including a bench and a full weight set.

“I highly recommend it,” James says of the flooring. “It’s a great system.”

Choosing the Best Gym Flooring Tiles for Garage Use

If you’re planning to install a garage gym, the Gym Floor Workout Fitness Tile Pebble is an ideal choice. Just as James found, the tiles proved to be perfect for his gym for several reasons.

Thickness and Strength

These gym tiles are made of EVA foam, measuring ¾ inches thick. They’re thick enough to provide sufficient protection to your subfloor, creating a supportive surface for your workouts. They’re firm enough to support you as you work out, but they also have a slight cushion for your comfort.

The tiles are also strong enough to withstand the weight of workout equipment. They’re incredibly tough and can absorb the impacts of dropped weights, protecting your subfloor. Their strength makes them highly versatile, too.

Texture

The pebble top texture helps maximize traction for your safety while you’re using the gym. The texture offers just the right amount of grip, helping to prevent slips and falls.

Lightweight Construction

The tiles may be strong enough to support heavy fitness equipment, but they’re also lightweight. Measuring 2x2 feet, the tiles are conveniently sized to quickly cover a large area, but they’re lightweight enough to still be easy to carry.

Waterproof

Since the tiles are waterproof, they’re particularly well-suited for use in gym settings. Any spills can be easily wiped up, and the waterproof quality makes them easy to clean, too.

That waterproof construction is particularly valuable when installing the tiles in a garage or basement setting. If any leaks occur, the tiles won’t be damaged. You can easily uninstall and remove the tiles, letting the space dry out completely before reinstalling them.

Ease of Installation

These versatile tiles can be installed over concrete and other surfaces. Their puzzle-style edges fit together in seconds, so a single person can easily install the tiles. Each tile includes edge pieces, allowing you to create clean, finished edges. Alternatively, you can also easily cut the tiles to fit your space for a wall-to-wall installation.

Since the tiles are so easy to install, you can save yourself the time and cost of a professional installation. They require no adhesive, so you can remove the tiles if needed. If a single tile becomes worn or damaged, you can replace that one tile, keeping your gym floor looking its best without having to replace a large section of flooring.

Find Your Gym Flooring Tiles at Greatmats

The Gym Floor Workout Fitness Tile Pebble is just one of many gym flooring tiles that we carry here at Greatmats. Whether you’re looking to construct a garage gym like James's or need a professional-quality tile that’s suitable for installation in your commercial gym, we can help.


Contact our customer service team today with any questions. We’re happy to help you find the right product for your needs, and we can provide shipping quotes and product samples.

James T.

Edgewood WA