Gym Flooring Costs
One factor to consider when designing any gym or fitness space is the cost of gym flooring. Getting the right floors enhances the gym’s aesthetic appeal, safety and durability; however, obtaining an exact cost for your project with a simple Google search can be daunting. Because each project is unique and pricing generally depends on material choice, project size, design complexity, and labor costs in your location, small-size home gym projects are typically easier to estimate with online product prices compared to larger, more complex commercial gyms.
In this post, we’ll share a few factors to consider when budgeting for your gym flooring. This will help you avoid overestimating or underestimating your project’s overall cost. The rubber flooring specialists at Perfect Surfaces can provide a cost estimate for your space based on your product choice—please contact us for your free estimate!
Type of Gym Flooring
Flooring type is very important when designing your gym. The rubber gym floor option at Perfect Surfaces is mainly constructed of either EPDM materials or recycled rubber. For example, premium VersaRUBBER® Elite rubber planks and tiles are high in EPDM and have a higher price point than recycled rubber due to their high-end appearance and durability, which lend to higher tensile strength and resistance to swelling and abrasion. Recycled rubber products like VersaTREAD rubber flooring rolls, VersaTREAD interlocking rubber tiles, and VersaRUBBER® sports and fitness rubber mats are cost-effective, versatile, and also offer a variety of color-speckle options to suit any aesthetic. Please note that recycled rubber flooring options are available in vulcanized and unvulcanized options, where the former offers a waterproof, non-porous surface and the latter does not.
In addition to EPDM and recycled rubber gym flooring, Perfect Surfaces also offers carpet-bonded foam RivalMATS for cheer and gymnastics and vinyl-bonded roll-out foam RivalMATS for wrestling and MMA.
For sport courts, gymnasiums, running tracks, and specialized training facilities, Perfect Surfaces also offers the innovative GatorFLO® pad and pour synthetic sports flooring system. This system integrates the impact-absorbing properties of rubber with the seamless uniformity of poured urethane for an ultra-durable, slip-resistant surface that can be recoated indefinitely. All of our sports and athletics products are anti-fatigue, easy to clean, and boast long-lasting durability.
Lastly, for fully customizable synthetic sport turf options- from turf color and hash marks to game lines and logos- GatorFIT® artificial gym turf has you covered! For more information on the best flooring option for your unique gym or fitness facility, contact our gym floor experts at Perfect Surfaces.
Applications of Gym Flooring
Different gyms require different flooring needs to suit the intended use of the space, including the equipment used and exercise routines performed. For home and commercial gyms that cater to exercise machines, fitness equipment such as free-weights, and high-impact workouts, we recommend VersaTREAD rubber gym rolls, VersaTREAD interlocking gym tiles, GatorSHOCK® gym tiles, and VersaRUBBER® gym mats- they are durable and have anti-slip, antimicrobial, and anti-fatigue properties. These recycled rubber gym mats, rubber gym rolls, and rubber tiles are also more affordable than synthetic rubber constructed of EPDM-dense rubber products.
If you are looking to outfit a gymnastics space, our RivalMATS carpet-bonded foam gymnastic mats are a great option! With heavy-duty construction designed for highly-developed gymnasts and elite cheerleaders, RivalMATS sport foam roll-out gymnastics mats help to prevent fatigue and injury with the added cushion of foam and traction provided by carpet. RivalMATS also offers a vinyl-bonded sport foam roll-out wrestling mat suitable for any mat-based sports (including MMA, BJJ, and martial arts), providing the added cushion of foam but with an easy-to-clean, moisture-resistant vinyl surface.
For a running track, gymnasium, or other specialized training facility, Perfect Surfaces’ GatorFLO® pad and pour flooring system offers outstanding value. With shock absorption, versatility, and seamless uniformity, GatorFLO® creates a biomechanical sports surface that will benefit athletes and trainers alike.
From dedicated lanes for sled pushes to full-scale indoor fieldhouses, Perfect Surfaces’ GatorFIT® artificial sport turf is the synthetic turf best suited for fitness facilities. Get ready to train hard and play hard on GatorFIT® artificial athletic turf, with impact-absorbing ActionBACK 5mm foam backing to support athletes during workouts and protect them from impact-related injuries. Contact our product specialists for a free estimate!
Project Location and Installation Labor Cost
Installing rubber tiles or mats is a DIY-friendly and cost-efficient process. However, rolled rubber flooring is more complex to install. We suggest you hire an expert to achieve a professionally-finished look throughout your space. Whether your project includes rubber tiles, mats, or rolls, we offer competitive prices to match your budget and detailed installation manuals to guide you. Bearing in mind that DIY installation of rubber gym flooring comes with its own unique costs, it is important to consider the cost of preparing your subfloor, the cost of adhesive (TruGLU or GatorTAPE®, as required), a utility knife, straight edge, safety gear (gloves, glasses), and other installation accessories (knee pads, measuring tape, chalk line). Larger commercial projects using specialists for installation should include labor costs based on your location during budgeting.
Installing RivalMATS is as easy as it gets—simply roll out the mats as needed and roll them away when not in use! For extensive coverage, RivalMATS roll-out gym mats can be connected using the integrated hook and loop system and adhered using GatorTAPE® for a semi-permanent installation. No special tools or training are required!
While many of our products are DIY-friendly, two specific products require professional installation for best results: GatorFLO® pad and pour synthetic gym flooring and GatorFIT® artificial gym turf. Professional installation of these two gym flooring products will result in a higher-quality installation, free of blemishes and imperfections, while also completing the installation in less time than it would take most DIYers. Please contact our pad and pour and sport turf specialists to learn more about installation options and tips for all our gym flooring products!
