Interlocking Rubber Tiles: The Ultimate Guide to Durable, Cost-Effective Flooring Solutions
When it comes to industrial, commercial, or even residential flooring, Interlocking Rubber Tiles stand out as one of the most durable, versatile, and cost-effective options available. Whether you’re looking for rubber interlocking mats for your garage, gym, workshop, or outdoor space, these mats offer unmatched durability, ease of installation, and a wide range of applications. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about interlocking rubber tiles, including their types, technical specifications, uses, and benefits. By the end of this article, you’ll understand why interlocking rubber floor mats are the go-to choice for high-traffic areas and demanding environments.
What Are Interlocking Rubber Tiles?
Interlocking rubber tiles are modular flooring solutions made from high-quality PVC or rubber materials. These mats are designed to interlock seamlessly, creating a stable and durable surface that can withstand heavy foot traffic, vehicular movement, and harsh environmental conditions. They are available in various types, including interlocking foam mats, interlocking gym floor tiles, and outdoor rubber flooring, making them suitable for a wide range of applications.
Types of Interlocking Rubber Tiles
Rubber Interlocking Mats
These mats are ideal for industrial and commercial spaces, offering excellent durability and resistance to wear and tear. They are commonly used in garages, workshops, and gyms.Interlocking Foam Mats
Perfect for home gyms, play areas, and light commercial use, these mats provide cushioning and comfort while maintaining durability.Interlocking Floor Mats
Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, these mats are versatile and easy to install. They are often used in commercial spaces, basements, and multi-purpose areas.
Outdoor Rubber Flooring
Specifically engineered to withstand harsh weather conditions, outdoor rubber flooring is perfect for patios, pool areas, and outdoor gyms.Interlocking Gym Floor Tiles
These tiles are designed to provide shock absorption and traction, making them ideal for gyms, fitness centers, and home workout spaces.Interlocking Rubber Floor Tiles
A premium option for high-traffic areas, these tiles combine durability with aesthetic appeal, making them suitable for both commercial and residential use.
Technical Specifications of Interlocking Rubber Tiles
Material: PVC
Weight: 5.2 kg per tile
Tile Size: 500mm (Length) x 500mm (Width) x 5mm (Thickness)
Relative Density: 1.53 g/cm³
Tensile Strength: 13.2 MPa
Fire Retardancy: 6.2 seconds
Temperature Resistance: 140°C to 155°C
These specifications ensure that » Interlocking Rubber Tiles are not only durable but also resistant to fire, extreme temperatures, and heavy loads.
Durability of Interlocking Rubber Mats
One of the standout features of interlocking rubber mats and its Edging is their exceptional durability. Here’s a breakdown of their lifespan based on different applications:
Household Garage: Up to 15 years
Commercial Garage (e.g., Tyre Fitment Centres): Up to 10 years
Commercial Non-Vehicular Surfaces: 15 to 20 years
Light to Heavy Foot Traffic Areas: Up to 20 years
Household Use: Lifetime
This longevity makes interlocking rubber Tiles a cost-effective investment for both residential and commercial users.
Uses of Interlocking Rubber Mats
Garage Flooring
Protect your garage floor from oil spills, heavy tools, and vehicle movement with durable interlocking rubber tiles.Workshop Flooring
Create a safe and comfortable workspace with mats that resist wear and tear from heavy machinery and tools.Gym Flooring
Enhance your gym or fitness center with interlocking gym floor tiles that provide shock absorption and traction.Commercial Flooring
Ideal for high-traffic areas such as retail stores, offices, and warehouses, these mats ensure long-lasting performance.Multi-Purpose Flooring
From basements to outdoor spaces, interlocking rubber Tiles offer a versatile solution for any flooring need.
There are many companies that supplies rubber mats in South Africa, rubber mats for sale in the market also comes in different surface forms and interlocking sides.
Types of rubber mats for sales
- Visible rubber mats
- Hidden rubber mats
- Leather rubber mats
Visible rubber mats
Visible rubber mats for sale are the most common type of rubber mats that all rubber mats producing companies in south Africa do produce. Their greatest advantage is that they are easier to interlock than hidden rubber mats and they are relatively cheaper as compared to leather lock tiles.
Hidden rubber mats
Hidden rubber mats have locks that are underneath the tile, therefore they lock underneath and are not visible. The only drawback is they take a bit of time when doing the installation as one need to align the under-locks.
Leather rubber mats
Our leather rubber mats for sale are on the premium side and are a bit costly than the normal medallion surfaced tiles. They are mostly used inside the houses such as sitting rooms and even bedrooms, they provide better feet comfort and provide better warmth than normal ceramic tiles.
Rubber door mats for sale
For all other types of rubber mats used mostly for entrance matting refer to the Brandmat website. They are various types of rubber mats for entrance matting that are quite durable for both household and commercial use.
PVC interlocking rubber tiles can be used in many areas, as this type of flooring is suitable for multi-purpose flooring.
- Gym flooring
- Garage flooring
- Warehouse Flooring
- Airport flooring
- School flooring
- Pre-school flooring
- Showrooms
- Offices
- Workshops flooring
- Patio Flooring
- Exhibition flooring
- Retail shops flooring
This flooring is very popular, due to it being a DIY product. Anyone without knowledge of the installation process, can easily replicate the necessary application.
Tools for installation
- Hammer
- Stanley Knife
Heavy duty commercial installation
- Requires special adhesive called A660
- Edge finishes
Check our Installation Guide for more insights
Standard Colours
- Black
Premium Colours
- Red
- Blue
- Yellow
- Green
- Beige
- White
- Brown
- Grey
- Charcoal
Our most popular interlocking tiles have the following physical features:
- Coin faced/ Dimple faced
- Lock mechanism on edges
- Clear edges
- Relatively smooth finish
Advantages of PVC Interlocking Tiles
- Self-adhesive
- Do It Your Self installation Process
- High durability
- Easy to un-install and re-install
- Less costly
- Eco-friendly since recycled PVC is used
- Get expert help
- Reduces ambient noise
- Protects floor
The Difference Between PVC Interlocking Rubber Tile And Interlocking Rubber Tile/Mats
- Both of these can be installed in gyms and children’s indoor playgrounds, although rubber tiles are not suitable for garage floors.
- Interlocking rubber tiles are porous and absorb water, whereas PVC interlocking tiles do not have the same ability.
- The PVC interlocking tile is, aesthetically, more appealing than its rubber counterpart.
- The rubber tiles are actually much heavier than PVC tiles.
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| Multi-purpose Floor tiles | √ | x |
| Garage tiles | √ | x |
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Basement owners and constructors tend to consider PVC floor tiles as the best material to use for basement floors. Therefore, it is increasingly evident that interlocking floor mats are the favorable option for this particular condition.
If you should use rubber floor tiles for the basement, you should note that they are easy to maintain. And they are also the perfect flooring, for your garage. Because the material is able to withstand the traction generated from a vehicle.
There are multiple purposes a basement area can serve, like the following:
- Gym application and as such they would be best gym floor mats for basement
- Garage basement parking lot
- Storage basement flooring
There are various colors of interlocking rubber mats which are:
- Standard Colour
- Black rubber mat
- Grey rubber mat
- Premium Colours
- Red rubber mat
- Blue rubber mat
- Yellow rubber mat
- White rubber mat
- Green rubber mat
- Brown rubber mat
Interlocking rubber mats have two styles to enhance anti-slip
- Dot rubber flooring is also known as coin faced or studded flooring
- Checkered flooring
Application for interlocking rubber mats
- Gym flooring
- Garage flooring
- Workshop flooring
- Pre-school flooring
Our Pvc Interlocking rubber floor mats come in a pack of 4s which makes up a square meter and is of extremely high quality which is very ideal for many applications that include gym flooring, garage flooring, and workshop flooring.
Rubber Interlocking Mat Product details
- Brand Name: Pvcocity rubber mats
- Product Type: Interlocking Tiles
- Product: Pvcocity Rubber interlocking mats
- Product range: Interlocking
- Standard Colour: Black
- Premium Colour: Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, Brown, White, Pink
- Installation: Interlocking
- Sqm per box: 1sqm
- Underfloor heating: Not suitable
- Material: Poly Vinyl Chloride
- Features & Benefits: DIY Installation
- Low-cost flooring
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor
- High fire retardant
- Moderate acoustic
- UV protection
- Stud finish
- Slip-resistant
Replace individual tiles as required, not the whole floor
No adhesive is required for outdoor installation and vehicle floors
Storage: Store in cool dry conditions out of the direct sun
Bar Code: 600535689648
Product suitability and usability engineering design
- All edges have interlocking teeth or finish on all sides like a puzzle
- Flexible
- Solid and cohesive
- Comes with an edging finish for a neat finish
What makes our interlocking rubber mats Superior?
- Germany engineered design
- Made from superior high grade quality rubber pellets
- Locally manufactured
- No lead times
- Made with professionally designed personnel
- Odorless
- Moderate thickness: they are thick enough to be installed in any area, not thinner and not very thicker to cater for any client
- Minimum wastage on installation, because they do not come in one big tile, they save on cuttings
- Easy installation is basically a click and lock mechanism, anyone with below-average minimum technical installation can do an installation without needing to read our installation guide
- Edging, we provide beveled edging which provides a neat finish and a suitable ramping
- Easy to clean and maintain, with our Pvcocity cleaner, cleaning is effortless
- Eco-friendly, our black and grey tiles are made from recycled PVC material
- Safety and protection, because they are anti-slip, they can protect the user from maximum injury, and they protect the existing underfloor surface.
- Can be re-installed elsewhere when relocating
- Very good heat and cold insulator
- Multi-purpose and versatile, rubber interlocking mats can essentially be installed anywhere and can be re-laid, and re-installed anywhere needed.
- Installation is quick and suitable for a quick re-vamp and in commercial and industrial set-ups they provide aesthetic sight
Where interlocking rubber mats can be applied?
Industrial flooring
- Workshop flooring
- Warehouse flooring
- Kitchen flooring
- Industrial anti-fatigue mats
- Rubber sound underlaying
Commercial flooring
- Commercial rubber tiles
- Playground kids playing areas
- Event/ tent flooring
- Temporary flooring
- Dance floors
- Hospital flooring
- Government building flooring
- School classroom flooring
Sports and athletic flooring
- Gym flooring
- Ballet flooring
- Gym mats
- Exercise matting
- Gymnasium flooring
- Athletic rubber flooring
Residential flooring
- Patio flooring
- Home garage flooring
- Basement flooring
- Home gym flooring
- Personal gym floor tiles
- Playmats
- Decking flooring
- Home playground flooring
- Basement flooring
How can you get tiles from us?
- Order online and deliver to your doorstep
- Speak to our consultants and they will gladly arrange products for your home
- Come in-store, pay, and collect, you can pay to be EFT, credit card, or debit card
Available Colours of Interlocking Rubber Mats
Our rubber mats for sale come in a variety of colors to suit your aesthetic preferences and functional needs. Popular options include:
Black Rubber Mats: Fast-moving and most affordable
Red Rubber Mats: Ideal for high-visibility areas
Green Rubber Mats: Perfect for outdoor and gym spaces
Yellow Rubber Mats: Great for safety and warning zones
Grey Rubber Mats: Neutral and versatile
Dark Grey Rubber Mats: Sleek and modern
White Rubber Mats: Bright and clean-looking
Why Choose PVC Floor Tile for Your Rubber interlocking Tiles?
At PVC Floor Tile, we specialize in manufacturing high-quality interlocking Rubber Tiles in Randburg, Strydom Park. Our products are designed to meet the highest industry standards, ensuring durability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. Here’s why we stand out:
Superior Quality: Our mats are made from premium materials, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Wide Range of Options: From interlocking gym floor mats to outdoor rubber flooring, we have a solution for every need.
Expert Service: Our friendly sales consultants are always ready to assist you in finding the perfect flooring solution.
Affordable Pricing: We offer competitive prices without compromising on quality.
Additional Applications of Interlocking Rubber Mats
Basement Floor Tiles: Protect your basement from moisture and wear.
Rubber Door Mats: Durable and slip-resistant, perfect for entrances.
Interlocking Rubber Floor Tiles: Ideal for high-traffic commercial spaces.
Installation of Interlocking Rubber Tiles
Installing interlocking rubber Tiles is quick and easy, requiring no special tools or adhesives. Simply interlock the tiles to create a seamless surface. For hidden lock mats, take extra care to align the under-locks properly.
Request a Quote
Transform your space with high-quality interlock mats from PVC Floor Tile. Our rubber matting interlocking systems are designed to meet the highest industry standards, ensuring durability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. Contact us today to request a quote and experience the benefits of interlock mats for yourself.
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