A home gym is an incredible investment for anyone looking to get or stay fit, without having to deal with the problems of a public gym. It provides you with a comfortable environment to concentrate on your fitness without the distraction of other people. With the right accessories and flooring, it makes for an excellent addition to any home.
Selecting gym equipment is relatively easy. Just pay a visit to any big commercial gym and select the brand of equipment you like. Choosing the right flooring isn’t so easy.
It needs to be comfortable enough to work out on, but also strong enough to withstand the stress of weights and equipment.
Here are four of the best flooring options for your home gym.
One of the most popular flooring options for gyms, rubber flooring, is available both in tiles and rolls. You can choose from a variety of colors and patterns to match the interiors of your home gym. It is an excellent sound insulator and keeps your home quiet during workouts. The rubber material is antimicrobial, easy to clean and extremely durable. The best feature of rubber flooring is that it can easily be installed without any prior installation experience and acts as a shock absorber to handle heavy weights.
Carpet is the most in-demand flooring option for home gyms. Inexpensive, comfortable and all-purpose; a carpet flooring offers multiple benefits. You can choose between low pile carpet and commercial grade carpet. The latter has tight-knit loops and is best-suited for gym flooring.
Vinyl floor tiles are not typically made for home gyms. They are originally manufactured as garage floor tiles. However, due to their antimicrobial and oil-resistance features, they make for a durable gym flooring option. They also provide cushioning and can be easily cleaned with a mop.
Foam flooring is not as popular as the other options mentioned for home gyms, but it should still be considered. The material offers comfort and cushioning, and is available as interlocking tiles or mats. Its lightweight, makes it ideal if you’re doing a lot of stretching or Available in variable of thickness, the floor tiles are low in cost.
There are a few factors when you’re considering which flooring option to install for a home gym. Cushioning, damage resistance, resistance to mold and general durability are all important. Depending on the type of workout you prefer, some factors will have more weight than others for you. Choose which one best suits you. If that’s unclear, you can always seek an expert for advice!
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