How to Choose the Right Rubber Flooring for Your Gym
Simple Guide for Gym Owners, Trainers, and Contractors
🧱 Why Rubber Flooring Matters
Rubber flooring is strong, safe, and made to last.
It helps protect people, equipment, and the floor itself.
If you run a gym — big or small — choosing the right type of rubber flooring is very important.
Different zones need different types of floors. This guide makes it simple to decide.
🔍 Types of Rubber Flooring
There are two main kinds of rubber flooring used in gyms.
1. Rubber Tiles
- Best for: Weightlifting zones
- Strong, thick, and easy to replace piece by piece
- Typical thickness: 15mm to 50mm
- Popular types:
- Composite Rubber Tiles (with a colorful top layer)
- Tiny Granule Tiles (for added durability)
2. Rubber Rolls
- Best for: Cardio zones, yoga areas, walkways, and offices
- Easy to install and clean
- Thickness: 4mm to 12mm
- Comes in large rolls for seamless coverage
📌 Which Floor Goes Where?
Use this quick guide to match the right flooring with the right area.
| Gym Area | Best Flooring | Suggested Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| Weightlifting Area | Rubber Tiles | 20–50mm |
| Free Training Zone | Rubber Roll/Tile | 8–15mm |
| Yoga / Stretching | Rubber Roll | 4–8mm |
| Cardio Machines | Rubber Roll | 6–10mm |
| Walkways / Reception | Rubber Roll | 6–10mm |
🎯 What to Look for When Choosing Rubber Flooring
Here are five things to keep in mind:
- Safety – Choose anti-slip and joint-friendly options
- Durability – It should handle daily heavy use
- Sound Control – Helps reduce impact noise
- Easy to Clean – Ideal for busy commercial gyms
- Appearance – Select colors and textures that match your brand
🔗 ACE: Flooring Tips for Gym Spaces
🔗 NIH: Impact of Shock-Absorbing Surfaces
🏭 Factory vs. Retail: Why Manufacturers Matter
Buying direct from a rubber flooring factory like Lanhefloor gives you:
- Lower prices than retail brands
- Custom thickness, colors, and logos
- CE & EN1177 certified products
- Fast bulk delivery
- Private label and OEM services
🧮 Quick Summary
- Tiles = Best for heavy lifting areas
- Rolls = Great for open zones like yoga or cardio
- Thicker flooring = More protection from impact
- Factory-direct = More control, lower cost, better value
💬 Need Help Choosing Gym Flooring?
At Lanhefloor, we help gym owners and contractors choose the right flooring — fast, safe, and certified.
👉 Contact us now to request free samples or a project quote.