Rubber Backed Flooring

Options for Rubber Backed Flooring

When you want to install flooring that doesn’t need glue but that doesn’t slide around, either, rubber backed flooring from Greatmats is the answer. The rubber bottom delivers grip, protection against cold floors, cushioning, and durability, all of which aren’t always possible with other backing materials. Whether you need a long rubber back carpet runner, full covering for a gym, or custom-size rugs, our team at Greatmats can help. And when it comes to installation, our products offer a stress-free “no glue, no problem” process!

Types of Rubber Backed Carpet and Rubber Backed Mats

We offer three primary types of rubber backed mats.

Carpet Mats

Our rubber backed carpet mats are perfect for commercial and retail locations. You can pick among sizes from 2x3 feet to 3x20 feet and anything in between. Some of our mat designs are available in custom sizes.

Carpet and Turf Tiles

Turf and carpet with rubber backing are available in a tile format. Some designs have interlocking edges or Quad Blok designs that greatly simplify installation.

You can use the tiles to create a specific coverage space. Tiles also work nicely to cover an odd-shaped area. You can cut the rubber-backed tiles to fit tightly against a wall.

Vinyl, Turf, and Carpet Rolls

A rubber backed carpet roll, vinyl roll, or artificial turf roll is the perfect choice for covering a large space quickly. The rolls usually measure 6 feet in width and 25 or more feet in length.

Many gymnasiums use these rolls. The rubber provides cushioning over a hard subfloor when laying out an athletic floor of synthetic turf for workouts or vinyl that looks like a basketball court.

Features and Benefits of Rubber Backed Flooring

Some of the key features and benefits of rubber backed flooring include:

• The textured carpet prevents slips
  
• Rubber backing prevents flooring from sliding around
  
• Carpeting catches soils from shoes as people enter a building
  
• Neutral and dark colors hide soils and stains
  
• No glue needed to install most products
  
• Cushioned rubber backing limits sore lower body joints from workouts
  
• Rubber backing is hidden from view after installation
  
• Rubber provides thermal protection from a cold subfloor
  
• Artificial turf usually has a low pile height for maximum traction
  
• Top layers are made to be easy to clean and maintain

Use Types for Rubber Backed Turf and Rubber Backed Vinyl Flooring

You can deploy these rubber backed turf, rubber backed carpet, and rubber backed vinyl flooring options in a variety of locations, including:

• Entrance to a building
  
• Basketball gym
  
• Volleyball gym
  
• Athletic facility
  
• Sled workout areas
  
• Sprint workout areas
  
• Office where people spend a lot of time on their feet
  
• Over almost any concrete floor
  
• Areas where you don’t want to have to glue the floor down
  
• Grocery stores in front of refrigerated cases where dampness may appear
  
• Restaurants at kitchen entrance
  
• Wait staff and busing stations at a restaurant

Rubber Backed Flooring Q&A

Which rubber backed floor mats are good for sports?

The best rubber backed floor mats for sports include those with top surface layers consisting of artificial turf and vinyl. Rubber backed tiles supporting an artificial turf layer yield a durable and slip resistant surface in a gym. The rubber backing on the turf also has cushioning that’s great for athletic workouts. Vinyl flooring with rubber backing looks like hardwood and works as a basketball or volleyball floor.

What’s the most durable backing for vinyl flooring?

The most durable backing for vinyl flooring is rubber. When you have rubber backing, you receive cushioning and noise absorption, which the vinyl layer cannot provide on its own. The rubber generates a temperature barrier against a cold subfloor, such as concrete. Rubber backing can withstand heavy loads and survive constant use, giving you a good value.

Are some carpet tiles and mats rubber backed?

Yes, at Greatmats we offer some carpet tiles and mats that are rubber backed. For example, we offer Waterhog entrance tiles and mats that have a rubber backing. The rubber holds the mats in place, preventing them from sliding around when they’re under the stress of people stepping on and off them. The carpet top layer scrapes soil and moisture from shoes while providing a pleasing aesthetic. The rubber backing delivers durability, cushioning, and noise reduction.