✔️ EN 13893 Certified  |  ✔️ CE & REACH

Purpose-built for the free weights area — 17mm at 950 kg/m³ and 80kg drop rating handles dumbbells, kettlebells and controlled barbell training, while the 43 dB noise reduction in floor assembly keeps the impact sound from transmitting through the building.

Why These Tiles?

• ✅ 80kg drop rated — full dumbbell and kettlebell range covered
• ✅ 43 dB noise reduction (in-house tested, floor assembly) — critical for above-ground free weights areas
• ✅ 950 kg/m³ — resists permanent denting under dumbbell racks and equipment
• ✅ EN 13893 certified — safe non-slip surface under dynamic training movements
• ✅ 3ft × 3ft — fits around equipment better than 1m² tiles

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Complete Range

• 16mm Rubber Tiles
• 20mm Heavy Duty Tiles
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are these 17mm mats rated for heavy barbell and dumbbell drops in a free weights area?
A: Yes — these mats are rated for 80kg drops (in-house tested), making them specifically suited to free weights areas where barbells, dumbbell plates, and loaded bars are regularly dropped or lowered under load. At 950 kg/m³ density, they provide superior impact distribution versus standard 16mm tiles in dedicated weightlifting zones.

Q: What size are the mats and how do they lay out in a free weights area?
A: Each mat is 915mm × 915mm (3ft × 3ft), covering approximately 0.84m² per mat. The 3ft format aligns naturally with the typical bay-based layout of free weights areas — dumbbell racks, barbell stations, and lifting platforms generally fit within a 3ft grid comfortably. Fewer mats mean faster installation and fewer seams in high-drop zones.

Q: What noise reduction do these provide — important for free weights areas in commercial gyms?
A: 43 dB noise reduction (in-house tested) combined with 80kg drop-rated impact absorption makes these mats the highest-performing option for commercial free weights areas. The combination of acoustic and impact performance reduces both the sound and structural vibration of dumbbell drops transmitted to floors below.

Q: How does 950 kg/m³ density benefit a free weights area specifically?
A: Higher density means greater resistance to permanent surface compression under repeated heavy impacts — the core problem in free weights zones. Lower-density rubber develops permanent 'craters' under repeated dumbbell drops over time. At 950 kg/m³, these 17mm mats maintain a flat, stable surface under sustained commercial free weights area usage.

Q: Are these mats EN 13893 certified — required for commercial free weights areas?
A: Yes. EN 13893 slip resistance certification is standard, alongside CE marking and REACH compliance. These certifications are typically required by commercial gym operators' insurance policies and H&S frameworks for free weights areas. Certification documentation is available on request for compliance and procurement teams.

Q: How do I maintain 17mm rubber mats in a heavy free weights area?
A: Sweep daily to remove chalk, weight plate debris, and equipment abrasion material. Mop weekly with a diluted gym-grade disinfectant — the 950 kg/m³ rubber surface resists liquid penetration. For mats in the highest-impact drop zones, inspect monthly for surface wear and ensure mats are correctly seated. Individual mats can be rotated to distribute wear evenly across the zone.