Rubberised flooring is a solution for many flooring problems and have no limit in places where they can be installed. Rubber by nature has irresistible qualities and properties which has made it an ideal flooring option for many.
Rubberised floors are available in different forms with the top types mentioned below:
PVC Rubberised Flooring
PVC rubber flooring are made from virgin PVC compound or recycled material and are by nature resilient, durable, and ant slip. PVC rubber floorings are made with a material that produces some sort of wax that helps release any dirt or dust that can get attached to it making it very easy clean.
This type is made from:
- Virgin PVC components
- Recycled PVC flexible cables
Recycled Rubber Flooring
It is very safe to use in various spaces for both people and pets. It produces an odor when initially installed though not dangerous, but is not ideal for people with respirational problems. Installing it in a well-ventilated room refutes the strength of the scent. However, the odor will fade with time, it can last for 6 – 8 weeks.
Rubberised floorings are available as:
- Rubber tiles
- Rubber mats
- Rubber Rolls
Rubberised floorings can be used either indoors or outdoors, it can be used as a temporary form of flooring or as a permanent flooring option. In this article we look at the top benefits and properties of rubber floorings:
Sound Absorbing
Rubber floorings have a good sound-reducing capability. It absorbs sounds from footsteps and other floor activities suitable for places with high traffic and gyms.
Floor Protection and Impact absorption
Rubber floorings are excellent when it comes to protecting subfloors from numerous floor damaging factors. All rubber floorings are impact and shock absorbers, ideal for gyms, classrooms, factories, and warehouses.
Durability and Resilience
When rubber floorings have a warranty of 10 -15 years, the thicker the rubber floorings are the more durable they are. The thickest rubber floors have an unlimited life span. Rubber floorings do not break or tear. Other floorings such as ceramic tiles or wooden tiles tend to crack or break when something heavy or hard falls on them.
Rubber floorings can withstand any weather and or temperatures they are very resilient. Because of their level of resilience they can be used outdoors with no whatsoever effect.
Flexibility and Versatile
Rubber floorings are flexible they can be fabricated can be and shaped to fit where ever you want to install them. Many people, especially at home, use rooms for other places that they were not initially floored for, you will find a garage used as a gym or a storeroom. Rubber floorings are very versatile they are multipurpose and can accommodate many flooring needs.
Comfort
Rubberised floors are comfortable and anti-fatigue they help reduce stress on the feet from the unforgiving hard floors. Rubberised floorings are comfortable to lay on and stand, making them a flooring of choice for gyms, counter areas, and other places that may require standing for a long time.
Research has proven factory employees’ production levels increases when the floors are rubberized, as rubber floorings do not cause any stress on feet.
Waterproof
Rubberised floors is high water-resistant they do not soak. Rubber flooring made from PVC components is non-porous. Rubber floorings are suitable for areas that are prone to moisture and spills. Most flooring options tend to be very slippery when they are wet but rubber is by nature slip-resistant and usually comes with drainage mats to help channel water off the top floors and keep the flooring dry and safe.
Are Rubber floorings Expensive?
Rubber floorings offer long-lasting performance ensuing in a great value. The thinnest rubber tiles can last a minimum of 5 years and the thickest infinity are very durable. Rubber floorings are about 30% less as compared to other traditional flooring options.
For a more detailed understanding regarding rubber floorings, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our excellent team for assistance.
