Durable, resilient and environmentally friendly, rubber flooring is becoming increasingly popular in industry and education, as well as in various applications.
The playing floor must ensure safety, shock absorption, anti-pull and transmission. In order to achieve optimum performance, to avoid collisions and overhauls, and to prevent injuries, they must be strong, functional and safe. Rubber tiles meet all these requirements. It is very durable, has good shock absorption and durability, and creates a safe and comfortable environment for athletes and staff. It’s no surprise that rubber is the flooring choice for sports venues around the world.
The Benefits of Rubber Flooring
Rubber flooring is one of the longest, safest and most effective flooring materials for recreation. It offers:
Natural Resilience and Shock Absorption
In general, rubber flooring is thicker, softer, so padding is added to fabric, cork and foam backing to make it thicker and softer, resulting in a variety of rubber flooring that can help reduce fatigue and foot injuries. Vulcanized rubber flooring is particularly helpful in this regard, as it not only absorbs the most irritating joints, but also reduces muscle stress and supports the legs.
Resistance to Heavy Shock Loads
Due to their elasticity and high density, rubber alone is strong enough to hold tons of weight without bending or breaking. Depending on the thickness, the rubber flooring can withstand thousands of pounds of gear and high performance without tears or cracks. The rubber cover also provides padding to equipment and protects the floor and equipment from damage.
Excellent Durability
All of the above factors make the rubber flooring strong, tough and durable. With proper care, rubber floors can be used daily for many years. Plus, the rubber surface is hard to scratch, so it’s always nice to look at and feel.
Excellent Skid Resistance
The rubber provides good grip, so it helps prevent bumps and drops. While it is true that soft rubber can be slippery when wet, floor mats are usually made of lugs or dimples that provide protection against falls.
Security
The soft and resistant rubber padding protects the athlete and provides excellent shock and cushioning. It meets all racing, spinning, competition, wear and safety standards set by major sporting and international organizations.
All of these factors make rubber flooring one of the safest sports flooring options on the market.
Sound Absorbance
Rubber’s unique ability to absorb sound and reduce noise makes it an excellent flooring choice for large surfaces and cavernous areas such as gyms where sound is reflected off the walls. The rubber floor absorbs some of this sound and reduces ambient noise, improving performance and environmental comfort.
High Performance
Rubber is soft to the touch but tough enough for an athlete to run on. It has low power loss and ball feedback and provides good grip for spinning. Rubber flooring ensures long-term safety and high durability, making it one of the best flooring options in the world.
Easy Maintenance
Rubber flooring is resistant to most dyes, so there are a few products that can damage or discolor the surface. Additionally, rubber is water resistant and susceptible to mold and mildew. This makes cleaning the rubber surface very easy. All you need is a mop to clean the floor. However, strong detergents and abrasives can pose a hazard to rubber products, so use a pH detergent for cleaning.
Ease of Installation
Rubber flooring is not only easy to maintain, but also easy to install. It is usually available in high density rubber tiles perfectly designed for easy installation. Available in precision cut interlock mode or square edge finish for glue down installation, the so-called puzzle rubber tiles do not require glue. They snap together so you can easily install them by hand by placing pieces and connecting them.
These are the great benefits of a rubber flooring. They are tough, anti-slip, and durable, making them a suitable fit for any gym or sporting floors.
