Benefits of rubber mats

Posted by Johny Dean on May 10th, 2014

Rubber mats are a popular choice when it comes to residential homes. Generally, these cover floor areas near pools, in children's bedrooms or gyms. There are many advantages to rubber matting, as can be seen next.

One of the most important advantages is that this type of flooring is made from recycled materials, which lower the impact on the environment. However, not all rubber mats are environmentally friendly. To make sure you buy a safe product, look for a reliable manufacturer.

The next advantage refers to sound absorption. Rubber is great at absorbing sounds, that is why it is recommended homeowners use it in bedrooms or meditation areas. Rubber flooring can be used with the same success in doctors’ offices.

Speaking of doctors, rubber flooring is also great at reducing or eliminating respiratory and dust allergies. However, just as one cannot be 100% certain if a rubber flooring is environmentally friendly, so one cannot be sure if this kind of flooring is good for people suffering from all sorts of allergies.

To be certain you would not suffer from an allergy caused by your rubber flooring, you have to check the product’s label and see the materials that were used to manufacture it. If any of the materials presented there causes you an allergy, look for another rubber flooring.

Rubber floors are incredibly durable and versatile. And if any of the tiles or slabs that make the whole floor is somehow damaged, it can easily be replaced, instead of replacing the entire floor, like it could happen with another type of floor that suffers a damage, no matter how small.

Rubber tiles are easy to remove, and they are also easy to install. The easy installation of a rubber matting makes this type of flooring very popular among homeowners and commercial users alike. In general, rubber floors do not require glue and they can be locked into place in just minutes.

Also, rubber flooring is easy to maintain, enhancing the aesthetics of a room and reducing the risk of falling that exist mainly in the case of the elderly. Rubber floors are soft and feel better when compared to a ceramic floor.

To take care of your rubber floor, you only need to sweep and mop it. For this, you can use any cleaning tool and cleaner that you have in your house; rubber floors do not require special care or specific cleaning solutions.

Another advantage of rubber floors is that they come in a variety of colours, designs, and textures. Moreover, they can be customised to fit your particular preferences and budget or to create a certain floor design.

Want to protect your children or parents from hurting themselves if they happen to fall on the floor? Interested in a floor surface that would reduce fatigue and foot injury? Looking for an excellent material for sound absorption? Whatever your reason, rubber matting is the solution. The rubber mats that we provide eliminate respiratory and dust allergies, reduce shoe wear, require minimal maintenance, last for at least five years, enhance the aesthetics of your house or office, offer a very good impact resistance and are highly affordable. To order your rubber flooring, contact us today.