Top 10 Questions About Rubber Flooring

1. How Do I Get Rid of the Rubber Mat Odor? Some new rubber flooring mats have an odor that resembles a new car smell, and some people are especially susceptible to this smell. Cleaning the mats with a neutral pH cleaner can minimize the odor. Additionally, place the mat in the sun before installing it to reduce the odor.



2. How Thick Should Gym Flooring Mats Be? Select thicker rubber mats, such as 1/2 inches or 3/4 inches, when you are supporting the weight of exercise machines or of large free weights. Select thinner, lightweight mats, such as 1/4 inches, when you want to be able to move the mats in and out of place easier.



3. How Do You Clean a Rubber Gym Floor? Start the cleaning process by sweeping or vacuuming the flooring and removing dust and other particles. Customers then can mop the flooring layout, making use of a neutral pH cleaner. Some people will use a scrubbing machine on the rubber layout. Just avoid soaking the mats with too much liquid.



4. Can You Use Rubber Mats for Home Gym Flooring Over Hardwood Floors? You do need to take some care before placing rubber flooring over the top of a hardwood floor. Most rubber mats are fine over hardwoods, but some hardwood floors have a finish that can react to the rubber, potentially creating staining.



5. Can You Put Rubber Tiles and Other Rubber Flooring Over Carpet? Rubber flooring could tamp down the pile on the carpeting when left in place for long periods of time. Additionally, for a high pile carpet, the rubber tile layout may not be overly stable. Try installing a layer of plywood between the rubber tiles and the carpet to deliver the best results.



6. How Do You Install Rubber Gym Flooring on Concrete? The best results for placing rubber rolls over the top of concrete occurs when the concrete does not have significant cracks or gaps. Additionally, the concrete should be dry at the time of installation. Even though rubber is waterproof, mold and mildew could form underneath on the wet concrete.



7. What Is the Difference Between Vulcanized and Non Vulcanized Recycled Rubber Gym Flooring? Vulcanization is a process that converts rubber into a long-lasting flooring product by using additives to strengthen the polymer chains. Non-vulcanized rubber does not have any additives, which creates extra cushioning in the flooring without being as durable.



8. Can You Use Radiant Heat Under Rubber Flooring? Because rubber flooring can contract and expand from temperature changes, people worry about placing rubber over a radiant heat-enabled subfloor. Rubber is safe to use over a radiant heat system, but it is not an efficient thermal conductor of the heat.



9. Are Rubber Mats Better Than Foam Mats or Turf for Dogs? Rubber is a good flooring for dogs, as it provides traction for the paws while remaining highly durable. Foam offers plenty of cushioning, which is nice for long training sessions. Turf feels soft for the dogs’ paws and inhibits the growth of mildew.



10. When Would You Use Rubber Flooring in a Residential Setting? Choosing to install a rubber floor at a home works in a number of areas, including for a home gym, a basement, a man cave, a laundry room, an outdoor play area, and in other areas. If you are leery of an all-black rubber floor, we offer multiple options that include color flecks.

Best Rubber Flooring Products

Rubber Flooring Roll, 1/4 Inch

Our Rubber Flooring Roll covers 40 square feet of space in a roll that weighs quite a bit less than other types of rubber floors.

Geneva Rubber Flooring Roll, 3/8 Inch

When you want a type of rubber roll that delivers a more pleasing look than an all-black floor, choose our 4-foot wide Geneva Rubber Flooring Roll with color flecks to cover a large space for a low price.

Geneva Plyometric Rubber Roll, 3/8 Inch

Plyometric exercises can be tough on the leg joints of athletes, which makes our Geneva Plyometric Rubber Roll a popular selection for a plyometric gym.

Interlocking Rubber Floor Tiles, 8 mm

For an easy puzzle-style installation, count on our Interlocking Rubber Floor Tiles. They have color flecks to create a look that’s potentially more interesting than an all-black tile.

Horse Stall Mats Kit, 3/4 Inch

Create a safe space for horses to rest in their stalls with our Horse Stall Mats Kit. The kit is available in multiple sizes, containing all the pieces required to cover a certain amount of space, such as 12x12 feet or 12x24 feet.