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Plan on using it as the floor for an indoor cycle studio, will the bikes rock or sink into the surface?
Cycles will not sink into our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls. These rubber rolls are very dense and will create a solid, comfortable flooring surface for indoor cycles. Our rubber flooring has been used in both commercial and residential gyms successfully and even in cycle studios all over the country.
Was this helpful?I want to use this for the floor in my home gym which is approximately 15 feet by 20 feet. Do these rolls need to be glued to the floor? Can they just be placed on top? Direct over concrete? Do I have to glue them down? Do you recommend going right up to baseboard and using a quarter round molding to keep in position?
You do not have to glue our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls. You can loose lay them in most residential uses. If there is some movement, you can always put some double-sided tape under the rolls or our 5900 Series adhesive if necessary. We do recommend leaving a 1/4" gap between the flooring and the baseboard to account for any expansion or contraction that may occur. To help cover up this gapping, we recommend installing a quarter round around the perimeter to give your floor that finished look.
Was this helpful?How long does the material take to off gas?
We don't have a specific timeframe as to when the rubber will finish off-gassing, but to help mitigate the smell of our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls, you will want to clean it with a mild soap and water solution and let it air dry in a well-ventilated space. You may need to repeat this process a few times to eliminate the smell.
Was this helpful?I have a professionally installed epoxy floor with a clear coat in my garage and would like to use this rubber for a home gym floor in a portion of the garage. What's the best way to get the mats to stick/not slip around on the epoxy floor?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls are pretty heavy and typically will not slip on their own. If they do, we recommend using double-sided tape or adhesive to keep them in place.
Was this helpful?We have read that there are strong odors from recycled rubber, what do you do to inhibit odors from your product?
There can be a slight odor to our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls. To help mitigate this odor, we recommend mopping the floor with a mild soap and water solution and letting the floor air dry. You may have to do this process a few times to fully remove the smell.
Was this helpful?If you were to use this in a trailer, would you be able to ride snowmobiles, quads, dirt bikes, etc. over it?
You can drive snowmobiles, quads, dirt bikes, and any other vehicle over our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls without destroying the roll.
Was this helpful?How would the mats handle chairs being used on this from time to time?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls were made with heavy gym equipment being on them in mind. So, chairs ar totally fine on this floor.
Was this helpful?Can this material be installed directly onto a hard wood floor without damaging it or transferring rubber to the hard wood?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls can be installed over most hardwood floors without damaging them. If there is concern that the rubber will damage the flooring, we recommend placing a plastic sheet between the rubber and the hardwood floor.
Was this helpful?I want to use your flooring on carpet. Will it work? I want the ability to pull it up leaving the original carpet exposed if I move. Do you have to tape the rolls to keep the seams together?
You can install our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls over low pile commercial carpet with ease. No tape would be needed for the seams. Our rubber rolls can be installed over high pile carpet, but there may be some separation of the rolls due to the carpet underneath getting depressed.
Was this helpful?We want to use this product in a machine shop inspection room, and it could be subject to certain petroleum products dripping onto the surface. Will this material be affected?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls are held together by a binder that can be broken down by petroleum based products. Over time, these petroleum based products will break the binder down enough for the floor to start to break down and flake. This process is not an immediate one, but over time the floor would be ruined. In areas where there will be some petroleum products that will fall on the floor, we would suggest putting a plastic sheeting down if possible to protect the floor.
Was this helpful?Do they have a textured side for grip?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls do not have a textured side for added grip. Rubber flooring is very slip-resistant on its own, so there is no need for it to have a grippy side. The weight of the roll keeps it from moving. If for some reason a roll were to move, we recommend placing some double-sided tape under the roll or glue.
Was this helpful?I am proposing to install this 3/8 roll over radiant heat tubing. The tubing is inserted in 3/4" grooved plywood and I did not plan to cover it. When the tubing is inserted into the plywood it is flush with the top. Can this flooring be rolled directly over the recessed tubing or do I need a completely flush surface in which case I would need to install a thin sheet of lauan or 1/4 plywood. I can send a picture of the subfloor if that is helpful to facilitate a positive installation. Mike h.
It's generally recommended to have a completely flush surface before installing it to ensure a smooth and even surface. If the tubing is recessed, it could cause an uneven surface and result in damage to the flooring when it is rolled over the tubing. Using a thin sheet of lauan or 1/4 inch plywood can help create a smooth and even surface. This will also provide a stable base for the flooring and help protect the tubing from being damaged by the weight of the flooring material.
Was this helpful?Which is better for Dog agility course? 3/8" or 1/2"
It depends on the specific needs and conditions of the dog course. In general, a thicker rubber roll (such as the 1/2" Mega Rubber Roll) would provide more cushioning and durability, which may be beneficial for dogs with joint issues or for courses that see heavy use. However, a thinner rubber roll (such as the 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Roll) would be lighter and easier to transport and install, which may be more convenient for some uses. Ultimately, the best option would depend on the specific needs and requirements of the course and the dogs using it.
Was this helpful?I want to install rubber roll for exercising in my Garage. Is there a particularly type on which I can park my suv/car also, when I need to?
You can park a car on our 3/8" and 1/2" rubber rolls, but if your car leaks oil, the roll will start to break down over time. Most other vehicle chemicals will not affect the flooring in this manner.
Was this helpful?Are the rolls cut to the exact size? So a 25’ roll will be 25’ not 24’ 3/4”?
Rolls are cut with a bit of extra material to allow for contraction. If you order a 25' roll you will receive a minimum 25' roll. (you may gain a few inches but we will not ship short).
Was this helpful?I would like to install the 3/8" rubber flooring in my small woodworking shop. The cement floor isn't perfectly smooth, with minor bumps throughout. I hope I can install the rubber flooring without putting down a leveling layer. Will the flooring settle over a cement floor that isn't perfectly smooth?
Yes, you can install our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls over a subfloor that is not perfectly smooth. Our rubber rolls are forgiving to imperfect subfloors. If you are concerned the flooring would get damaged over the imperfect subfloor, we recommend placing some 1/4" plywood over the subfloor. This will create a flat rigid surface for the flooring to be installed over.
Was this helpful?Can I install over grass for a playground area?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls can technically be installed over grass, but we don't recommend it. When installing our rubber rolls, we recommend installing them over any hard flat surface such as concrete, asphalt, or compacted crushed granite. This will ensure that the rolls don't create a trip hazard between rolls. This will also ensure that the flooring will stay stable during heavy rain events. Our rubber flooring can be used in a playground area, but we don't recommend using it under playground equipment. Since kids can fall, you will want a floor that will help to protect them when they do. We offer a wide range of playground tiles and mulch that would be perfect under playground equipment. You can find these products on our Playground Flooring page.
Was this helpful?Can this be used outside as a landscaping weed barrier surface next to a pool?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls can be used as a weed barrier surface next to a pool. Since these rubber rolls are primarily black, they will get hot in direct sunlight. We recommend spraying water on the rolls as needed in the hottest parts of the day. Since rubber is very slip-resistant, and more so when wet, kids of all ages can play as hard as they want to.
Was this helpful?Would this work for outdoor use around the perimeter of an in-ground trampoline?
You can use our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls around an in-ground trampoline. If you are looking to protect your kids while at play, we recommend installing one of our playground rubber tiles. These will help to prevent serious injury while at play.
Was this helpful?Will these floors absorb any fluid? I was thinking about using these in a dog room. Will they absorb urine, or will it stay on top?
Our 3/8" Heavy Duty Rubber Rolls and any of our rubber flooring will not absorb any liquid. Liquids that fall on the surface will stay primarily on the surface until the liquid drys out. The main issue that you will run into is that there are little pores in the floor that will be able to harbor some liquid, and as the liquid drys, the salts from that liquid are left behind. With urine, this can help encourage bacterial growth, which will cause a real smelly situation. We recommend sealing our rubber flooring with our Rubber Floor Finish and Sealer to prevent this. This will fill in the small pores in the floor. We also recommend using our Seam Sealer glue along the seams to prevent liquids from getting between and under the rolls.
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