Neil Converts Extra Garage Space Into a Home Gym

When Neil of Colorado wanted to convert the extra space in his garage into a gym, he needed to find the right flooring. He also wanted flooring he could install at an angle so he could still park a vehicle in his garage. Garage gym rubber tiles proved to be the best solution, and Neil found the perfect tiles at Greatmats.

Challenges of Installing a Home Gym in a Garage

Installing a home gym in a garage comes with some challenges. The flooring product needs to be suitable for installation over a concrete subfloor, and moisture can be an issue in some garages. Durability is a major concern, since the gym is likely to see plenty of use. Plus, the flooring needs to protect the subfloor from gym equipment, and if dropped weights are used, it must be thick enough to absorb their impact and prevent subfloor damage.


For Neil, a DIY installation was also important, since he planned to complete the project himself. He wanted a relatively thin tile, but it was important that the flooring not separate during use.

How Neil Found the Best Garage Gym Rubber Tiles

Neil discovered Greatmats through a Google search, and from there, he found the Interlocking Rubber Tile Gmats Black. These 2x2-foot tiles are large enough to quickly cover a home gym floor, but they’re small enough to be easy to move and to offer plenty of versatility in their layout.

The tiles measure ⅜ inch thick, so they fit Neil’s desire for a thinner flooring option. While thin, the rubber is able to absorb impact, helping to protect the garage subfloor.

The tiles interlock tightly, and Neil explained that the installation took some time as a result. “They take a little pressure when you’re putting them in, but then they never come apart again,” he said. “They protect the weights really well. I drop weights on here regularly when lifting,” Neil explained. “They’ve done a great job overall.”

Neil explained that these home gym rubber tiles also offered a distinctive advantage over rubber horse stall mats: They allowed him to tailor the layout. Neil installed the tiles to create a custom shape that still allowed him to drive a vehicle into the unused portion of his garage. It’s a more flexible layout that he couldn’t have achieved with larger rubber stall mats, and it gave him the results that he needed to keep his garage multi-functional.

Neil has had the floor mats for about a year at this point and has been very happy with his home gym. “The quality is top-notch; they still seem brand new, and they have served their primary purpose of padding the floor when dropping weights,” he says. “They also give the garage gym a nice aesthetic.”

Why These Tiles are Ideal Garage Gym Rubber Tiles

The Interlocking Rubber Tile Gmats Black are a highly popular choice for garage gyms. Not only do these tiles support the weight of exercise equipment, but they also absorb impacts and sound, contributing to a more enjoyable gym space. Additionally, the tiles’ rubber surface provides slip resistance to enhance athlete safety during workouts.

The tiles’ interlocking design makes them DIY installation-friendly, but you won’t have to worry about them pulling apart. The seams fit together tightly and won’t separate under stress. They weigh just 2 pounds per square foot, so they’re much easier to carry and move into place than some thicker and heavier garage gym flooring products.

Since the tiles can be installed without adhesive, they’re a highly versatile choice. If one side of a tile becomes worn, you can reverse the tile to maximize its lifespan and keep your floor looking its best.

Some rubber flooring products can carry strong odors, which isn’t ideal for indoor installation in smaller spaces like garages. These tiles are manufactured to carry a lower odor, plus they’re made of 82% recycled rubber for an eco-friendly option.

Cleaning the tiles is easy, too. There are no special cleaning techniques or supplies required, making it easy to keep your home gym looking its best.

Find Garage Gym Rubber Tiles at Greatmats

At Greatmats, we’re proud to offer an excellent selection of garage gym rubber tiles. Our website is full of flooring ideas that can help you convert a space into a home gym, but you can also contact our customer service team for personalized help. Our team is happy to help you determine which flooring product is best for your gym, plus we can send along flooring samples for you to review before you order.


Contact us today with any questions; we’d love to help you bring your home gym idea to life.

Neil H.

Denver CO