Thickness Guide
Which thickness do I need?
4–6mm — Cardio, treadmills, yoga. Light floor protection.
10–12mm — Home gyms, dumbbells up to 30kg. Great all-rounder. Most Popular
16–17mm — Commercial gyms, heavy free weights, CrossFit.
20–30mm — Olympic lifting, deadlift platforms. Maximum protection.
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✔️ 30mm Heavy Duty Rubber | ✔️ EN 13893 / R10 Certified | ✔️ CE & REACH
The specification used in university strength and conditioning facilities, elite sports institutes and performance training centres. EN 13893 certified, CE and REACH compliant — meeting the procurement and safeguarding requirements of institutional gym specification.
Why Choose These Tiles?
- ✅ EN 13893 + CE + REACH — full institutional and public sector specification compliance
- ✅ 200kg+ drop rated — handles elite athlete training loads
- ✅ 1,000+ kg/m³ density — commercial density for daily intensive use
- ✅ 85% noise reduction — minimises noise transmission to adjacent academic spaces
- ✅ Trade pricing and specification support available for institutional orders
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 30mm |
| Available Sizes | 1000mm × 1000mm (1m²) | 500mm × 500mm |
| Material | Recycled SBR Rubber |
| Density | 1,000+ kg/m³ |
| Drop Rating | 200kg+ barbell drops |
| Impact Absorption | 90% force reduction |
| Noise Reduction | 85% sound dampening |
| Slip Resistance | EN 13893 certified |
| Certifications | CE Certified, REACH Compliant |
How Many Tiles Do You Need?
1m² tiles: tile count = floor area m² + 10%. 500mm tiles: floor area × 4 + 10%.
| Area | m² | Tiles (inc. 10%) |
|---|---|---|
| 4m × 5m gym | 20 m² | 22 tiles |
| 6m × 8m studio | 48 m² | 53 tiles |
| 8m × 10m commercial | 80 m² | 88 tiles |
✔️ Free UK mainland delivery on all orders. Same-day dispatch before 2pm.
Complete Range
- 16mm Tiles — general weights areas
- 20mm Tiles — heavy free weights, CrossFit
- 30mm Tiles — Olympic lifting, 200kg+ drops
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these tiles suitable for university strength and conditioning facilities?
A: Yes. These 30mm tiles are specified to the standard used in university S&C facilities across the UK. The 200kg+ drop rating, 1,000+ kg/m³ density, EN 13893 certification, CE marking, and REACH compliance satisfy the procurement, health & safety, and insurance requirements of higher education estates teams.
Q: What accreditations do these tiles carry for institutional procurement?
A: EN 13893 (slip resistance), CE marking (EU/UKCA product standards compliance), and REACH compliance (chemical safety) — the three certifications most commonly required in university and public sector gym procurement frameworks. Full documentation can be provided upon request to support specification submissions.
Q: How do these tiles perform under Olympic lifting in a university setting?
A: The 200kg+ drop rating and 90% impact absorption handle the full range of Olympic lifting training conducted in university S&C facilities — from introductory technique work at 40kg–60kg through to elite athlete preparation at 150kg+. The tiles are designed for the multi-athlete, multi-shift daily use pattern of a university gym.
Q: How many tiles would I need for a university S&C floor?
A: University S&C facility floors typically range from 150m² to 500m² depending on institution size. Using 1000mm × 1000mm tiles (1m² each), calculate your floor area and order accordingly, adding 10% for cuts around rack rows, weightlifting platforms, and wall perimeters. 500mm × 500mm tiles are available for tighter fitting areas.
Q: Can these tiles withstand the daily usage demands of a university gym shared by hundreds of students?
A: Yes. The 1,000+ kg/m³ density specification is the commercial threshold — these tiles are engineered for continuous, multi-user daily operation across the academic year without surface degradation. The compound is resistant to the sweat, cleaning agents, and abrasion typical of high-footfall institutional gym environments.
Q: What is the warranty and expected lifespan for these tiles in a university facility?
A: At 30mm thickness and 1,000+ kg/m³ density, these tiles are built to a commercial lifespan expectation. High-density rubber gym flooring of this specification in institutional use typically performs for 10–15+ years before replacement is required, making it a cost-effective long-term infrastructure investment for university estates.
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