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I need to install it in the middle of a room. How can I keep it from moving?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles when interlocked are very heavy, and typically don't need anything to keep them in place. If for some reason, when you are performing certain exercises, the tiles were to move, you can add some double-sided tape around the edge of your flooring surface.
Was this helpful?Are these rubber tiles vulcanized?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles are not vulcanized.
Was this helpful?How much does each 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber tile weigh?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles weigh about 20 pounds a tile.
Was this helpful?I'm going to be covering 6' x 6' of my hardwood floor. Will it slip a lot on a hardwood floor? If so, what can I do to prevent slippage? Are these tiles good for floor workouts (situps, pushups), or are they more for standing? Do they offer any give when lying on them? Could I also use my rolling desk chair on this surface? Will it ruin it?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles can be installed over hardwood flooring without slipping. If for some reason, the floor were to move, you can place some double-sided tape under the tiles. These rubber tiles are great for floor exercises and can be used for high impact workouts as well. These rubber tiles will provide some cushion when laying on them, but the amount of cushion is not like lying on a yoga mat or foam tile. You can place a rolling chair over the tiles. Rolling chairs will not destroy the tiles.
Was this helpful?Will these interlock with Supermats interlocking mats?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles will not interlock with Supermats interlocking mats.
Was this helpful?I see these can be used outside as well, so how do they hold up with standing water? Will the water leak underneath the tiles? Will a sticky mess be left behind?
Any standing water that sits on top of our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles will eventually evaporate. There is potential for water to flow between the interlocks of the tiles if the tiles are not interlocked tightly. Any water under the tiles will not create a sticky mess. You can lift the tiles and allow the water to evaporate as well and then replace the tiles once the area and the tiles are dry.
Was this helpful?Are the Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles "non-absorbent, anti-slip" when wet? Other products specifically say it (i.e. 3/8" Rubber Gym Tiles), but this one does not.
Since our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles are somewhat porous, they would not be considered non-absorbant. They would though be very slip-resistant being made from rubber. And when wet, they are even more slip-resistant.
Was this helpful?What is the width of the interlocking tabs?
The width of the interlocking tabs on our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles is approximately 2," and they stick out approximately an inch.
Was this helpful?I am building a house with a roof deck that will be on top of an EPDM or TPO membrane float roof. I want to use something like this material as a covering to protect the membrane from leaks. Will this or other products you all make work? Interlocking would be preferable for resistance to wind up-lift.
You can use our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles as a protectant flooring option for EPDM or TPO membrane roofs. These tiles are interlocking and would be wind resistant under normal conditions.
Was this helpful?Are these durable enough to put under treadmill and elliptical in my gym in my basement?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles are the same thickness commonly found in commercial gyms. So these rubber tiles would be great under treadmills, ellipticals, and any other fitness equipment.
Was this helpful?Do these tiles need to be glued down, or are they free-floating?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles are not meant to be glued down but are meant to be installed as an interlocking floating floor. These tiles are very easy to install and can be cut to fit any area with a sharp utility knife and a straight edge.
Was this helpful?What is the difference between the 3/8" Sport Lock Tiles and the 3/8" Tight Lock Tiles?
The main difference between the 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles and the 3/8" Tight Lock Tiles is that the Sport-Lock Tiles have removable edge pieces whereas the Tight Lock Tiles come in either a corner, border or center tile. Other than that, they are the same size, made from the same material and are the preferred tile for commercial gyms.
Was this helpful?I am thinking that I would use underfloor electric heating in the winter. Can I put this under tiles? Will they still fit together and lie flat? Or is there another way to use the underfloor heating with tiles? Or would rolls be better?
You can install floor heating under our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles. These tiles will not be affected by the use of it. Since rubber is an insulator, you may not feel the full effects of the heater like you would with tile or concrete. In regards to the installation of the floor heating system, we would recommend following the install instructions that accompany the system.
Was this helpful?Are these recommended for outdoor use?
You can use our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles outdoors. These tiles are very durable and can withstand the elements. Our rubber flooring is very slip resistant, even when wet, and are mold and mildew resistant. Since the tiles are not UV resistant, the only thing you will notice is that the tiles will start to fade over time.
Was this helpful?Is it possible to or recommended to put some type of sealer on the tiles?
You don't have to seal our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles, but if you wanted to you can with our Rubber Floor Finish and Sealer.
Was this helpful?We are interested in using these for an exercise room near a pool, so swimmers will be coming in and out to drop off equipment. We love that these will help avoid slipping. Do they dry quickly (we worry about mold growing from damp, dark areas)?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles do dry fairly quickly as long as there is good ventilation. Our rubber flooring is mold and mildew resistant, so that wouldn't be a concern unless there were some food or other organic matter on or under the tiles. Water may get under the tiles, so if that were to happen, we would recommend pulling the tiles up periodically and drying them under the surface.
Was this helpful?Can I use this 3/8 in my garage and be able to park the car on top of it?
You can install our 3/8" Sport-Loc Rubber Tiles in a garage, but we wouldn't recommend it. Since these are tiles, there is potential for the tiles to come apart during certain moves when driving into your garage. If you just pull in and out of your garage, installing these tiles would work just fine, but if you turned the wheel for any reason, then the tiles would have the potential to come apart. Parking a car over the tiles will not damage the tiles in any way. The only issue that you may run into is that if your car were to leak oil, that over time the tiles may break down. To prevent this, we recommend installing our Nitro Rolls or one of Auto Floor Guards mats under your car.
Was this helpful?Are the Sport Lock rubber tiles porous or non-porous?
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles are semi-porous. These tiles will not allow water or other liquids to flow through to the subfloor, but can over time allow liquids and salts to get in the floor.
Was this helpful?can I put heavy gym equipment on this floor and can I lay it directly on cement
You can drop heavy weights and equipment on our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles. This thickness is the most common thickness used in commercial gyms. These tiles can be laid directly on cement.
Was this helpful?Can you install this over carpet? I am building a home gym, and wonder how this will work if placed over carpet. I will be placing a squat stand/bench and barbell with bumper weights on it.
Our 3/8" Sport-Lock Rubber Tiles can be installed over a commercial grade, low pile carpet with ease. When placed over plush, residential carpet with a thick pad, these tiles can separate a bit creating a tripping hazard. This is due to the thick pad being depressed under the flooring. You can still install these tiles over this type of carpet, but we don't recommend it.
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