Rubber Mats

Avoid Concrete Resurfacing, Use Industrial Rubber Flooring

Three Vertically Standing Recycled Rubber Flooring Rubber Rolls

Concrete is the most widely used man-made building-material on the planet. Chances are, it’s currently part of a structure that you own, rent, or otherwise inhabit. No surprise there. Concrete is a durable, resilient, and tough surfacing option, which is why it is so often employed in heavy-duty environments where harsh and abrasive conditions are the norm. Regardless of its strength, however, concrete is still susceptible to normal wear and tear. In that case, is concrete resurfacing a good idea? According to Ehow, in 2011, concrete resurfacing costed between $1 to $3 per square foot. Now, compare that to the cost of completely removing and repairing concrete, which was between $3 to $12 per square foot. This is a glaring price-leap. But a more economical alternative is available. Using industrial rubber flooring to cover a structurally sound subfloor that just needs a little facelift is a great way to avoid the costly and time-consuming repairs of concrete resurfacing. Compared to the costs of concrete resurfacing, rubber surfacing is very inexpensive. Available as industrial floor tiles, mats, and runners, rubber surfacing is versatile, as well as affordable. And because rubber industrial floor coverings are designed to withstand the harshest conditions, many of these options can be used indoors, as well as outdoors.

Whether you need workshop matting or warehouse flooring—if you have a structurally sound subsurface that needs repair, there’s no need to shoulder the financial burden of concrete resurfacing. Below, we’ve listed some reasons for why industrial floor covering is better than concrete resurfacing. Here’s a teaser: The reasons are not only financial.

“Diamond Plate” Roll Rubber Matting

Top View of a Corner of Black Diamond Plate Roll Rubber Matting
Close Up Texture of Black Diamond-Plate Rubber Stair Mat
-5%
45 Degrees Angled Top View of Dura Scraper Checkered Rubber Doormat

“Dura-Scraper Checkered” Rubber Doormat

$36.10$94.05

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

Close Up of the Corner of a Dura Scraper Linear Rubber Doormat

“Dura-Scraper Linear” Rubber Doormat

$38.00$99.00

Currently Out of Stock. Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-25%
A Red Dura Chef Interlock Rubber Kitchen Mat Semi On Top of a Black One

“Dura-Chef Interlock” Rubber Kitchen Mats

$29.93$51.00

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99 Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

“Armor Lock” Interlocking Rubber Tiles

Original price was: $28.00.Current price is: $22.40.

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

Is Concrete Resurfacing a Good Idea?

Concrete resurfacing can sometimes be a good idea. It’s much cheaper than concrete replacement, but the degree of damage it can actually fix is quite low, comparatively. Nonetheless, concrete resurfacing helps give a worn and tired surface a newer and fresher appearance. And while concrete is very strong, it’s not completely resistant to damage. Replacing a concrete floor is tedious and can cost several thousands of dollars, especially for larger spaces. Imagine having to break and haul away the old material—that alone will require manpower, heavy-duty equipment, and lots of time, costs which can be detrimental to any business. Therefore, if a concrete floor is damaged yet still structurally sound, it can and should be resurfaced rather than replaced. Concrete resurfacing builds on the existing concrete, using it as a base upon which a new material is layered. While resurfacing is a lot cheaper than totally replacing, it’s still an involved project that requires time and financial investment. And while some costs can be cut by doing it as a DIY project, hiring professional services may yield better results. To help this make more sense, here’s a rough break down of how concrete resurfacing works:

  1. will remove debris, mildew, and anything else that might prevent your resurfacing material from sticking to the concrete.
  2. Large slabs of concrete are then divided by expansion lines (which help prevent cracking). These lines must be exposed, so they will have to be covered and protected with duct tape.
  3. While the concrete is still wet, any areas with discrepancies such as cracks, chips, holes, and scratches should be filled in with special material and smoothed over with a trowel. If your floor has extensive superficial damage—this might take a while. The material then must be allowed to dry for anywhere between 2 and 5 hours.
  4. Next, the resurfacing material is poured over the concrete floor
  5. Then, the material is smoothed evenly.
  6. After waiting for another 6 hours, the resurfacing process is complete.

Now, this process might seem like just another page out of the DIY-project playbook. And maybe so—for a smaller and more manageable area. But for larger industrial locations with expansive floors, a DIY-resurfacing attempt could be a disastrous time-sink. Regardless of whether you do it yourself or hire a professional, resurfacing is a lot less expensive and time-consuming than completely removing and repouring the concrete. But what if we told you that there’s an option that’s even better—quicker and cheaper? The answer—you can guess—is rubber. Rubber industrial floor tiles, mats, and runners are your best option, especially when it comes to surfacing a stable subflooring.

“Diamond-Plate (Metallic)” PVC Flooring Rolls

  • Hardness is 75 durometer
  • Available in silver or beige
  • Easy to clean with more house hold cleaners

Improved Traction: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics U.S. Department of Labor, more than 2.9 million nonfatal injuries and illnesses in the workplace were reported for 2013. Be proactive and make sure your work place is prepared with the extra grip and traction this diamond-plate flooring provides. In addition to the high level of friction PVC offers, the diamond plate pattern on these commercial and industrial floor mats have been uniquely designed and placed to make sure your feet get enough friction to qualify this flooring as anti-slip.

Multiple Applications: Both durable and safe, this mat is a good fit for many facilities. They are most popular in gyms and industrial work places because of their anti-slip and ability to handle heavy foot traffic, but the number of places this flooring can work is endless. Some of the more popular uses for this protective flooring have been for auto shops, trailer mats, and airport runways.

-20%
Four Vertically Standing Rolls of Metallic Coin Grip PVC Flooring Rolls with a Close Up Textured View

“Coin-Grip (Metallic)” Rolled PVC Flooring

$54.40$468.00

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-20%
Four Standing Diamond Plate Metallic PVC Flooring Rolls

“Diamond-Plate (Metallic)” PVC Flooring Rolls

$54.40$468.00

Some Sizes are Out of Stock. Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-20%
Two Vertically Standing Rolls of Black Diamond Plate Roll Rubber Matting with a Close Up Textured View

“Diamond Plate” Roll Rubber Matting

$12.85$412.00

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-30%
Four Vertically Standing Rolls of Diamond Grip Rolled PVC Matting with a Close Up Textured View

“Diamond-Grip” Rolled PVC Matting

$42.00$420.00

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

Why is Industrial Rubber Flooring a Better Option?

Rubber may not be as long-lasting as concrete, but it has certainly earned its place in the pantheon of heavy-duty flooring mainstays. Why? Rubber is naturally resistant to moisture, and industrial rubber flooring usually features intricately textured surfaces. With these two factors combined, you have the ideal industrial non-slip flooring. Rubber’s slip-resistance makes it particularly great for workshop matting, especially if moisture is a concern. Many flooring options—like the ones Rubber-Cal offers—are also made with the use of recycled materials, making them not only ecologically friendly, but financially friendly, too. Why is a rubber surface a better option than resurfacing? We’ll answer the following three common questions that people have:

  • Is rubber flooring durable?
  • How expensive is rubber flooring?
  • Is rubber flooring easy to install?

Is Rubber Flooring Durable?

Rubber flooring is exceptionally durable. Rubber is an elastomer that is shock-absorbent, slip-resistant, and water-resistant—traits that define some of the most durable materials. Many industrial flooring options, as we previously stated, are made from recycled materials—the source of which are discarded automobile tires. These tires are designed to withstand the harsh conditions of the open road—constant exposure to sunlight, excessive moisture, and rough or uneven terrain, just to name a few. These attributes necessary for harsh road-conditions are then inherited by your eco-friendly, rubber industrial flooring. What’s more, natural and synthetic rubbers are vulcanized, a process that makes them much tougher and resilient. So, what is rubber flooring? Durable.

Elephant Bark 5mm

  • Made with used tire crumb
  • Provides a variety of thickness and color options
  • Easy to cut and install if you want a fun DIY project
  • Cost-effective, durable, and sustainable over the long term
  • Outdoor flooring readily available in custom lengths specified to your preference
  • Perfect for use in numerous applications, such as flooring for a gym, trailer mat, kennel mat, golf course mat, studio flooring, basement flooring, playground flooring, and much more

Easy to Install: Whether you have a temporary or permanent use for these mats, the installation process for this rolled rubber flooring is so easy that you will hardly break a sweat. For temporary uses, double-sided tape is the best option. For a permanent installation, a glue adhesive will be ideal. The rubber material works very well with various adhesives. The weight of the mat itself is enough to keep it flat on the surface.

Excellent Durability: The protective qualities of this rolled rubber flooring is hard to beat. These rubber flooring mats are designed with abrasive conditions in mind. As a result, they excel as outdoor flooring in applications such as a kennel mat or flooring for a gym. The constant wear and tear of high foot traffic pose no problem to these durable Green floor mats. The rubber material of the mat will even buffer against the weight of heavy equipment, which can wreak havoc on wood floors. Their lasting durability has made them the preferred choice for floor protection across the country. It is hard to beat this level of quality protection for this price.

-15%
Three Vertically Standing Recycled Rubber Flooring Rubber Rolls

“Recycled Rubber Flooring” Rubber Rolls

$43.99$182.75

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99 Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-25%
Seven Standing Rolls of Elephant Bark, in the Colors of Blue Dot, Green Dot, Candy Corn, Blue Steel, Red Dot, and All Black

Elephant Bark 5mm

$50.25$506.25

Some Sizes are Out of Stock. Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-15%
Three Rolls of Tuff-n-Lastic Anti-Slip Black Rubber Flooring with Texture Close Up Window

“Tuff-n-Lastic” Anti-Slip Flooring

$36.21$361.25

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-25%
Seven Standing Rolls of Elephant Bark, in the Colors of Blue Dot, Green Dot, Candy Corn, Blue Steel, Red Dot, and All Black

Elephant Bark 3/8″

$85.50$900.00

Some Sizes are Out of Stock. Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

How Expensive is Rubber Flooring?

Rubber flooring is relatively inexpensive—especially if you’re purchasing from a company like Rubber-Cal, whose choice to manufacture using reclaimed rubber allows for its rubber products to be even more affordable. Because the recycled materials used to create a rubber industrial floor covering are usually cheaper than their non-recycled counterparts, when buying from a company that sells recycled-rubber products, you’re often paying a much more affordable price. Despite this, even when recycled materials aren’t used, rubber industrial floor tiles, mats, and runners are typically less expensive than resurfacing. And given rubber’s nature as a highly durable material, industrial rubber flooring can even prevent your subflooring from incurring devastating damages. While having to do work on your concrete floor can be a pain, this comes nowhere near the costs of completely replacing a concrete floor.

Is Rubber Flooring Easy to Install?

Rubber flooring is very easy to install; it is known for its DIY-friendliness, among other things. Very little technical knowledge is required for you to install rubber flooring yourself. With concrete resurfacing, you won’t just be paying for materials and lost time, you’ll also have to pay for manpower—especially if you decide to go with a professional installation. Putting down some rubberized industrial matting won’t be nearly as expensive or time-consuming as resurfacing because industrial rubber flooring is easy to install yourself, requiring very little technical knowledge. Available in a variety of styles, such as industrial floor tiles, runners, and mats, installation is as easy as snapping together puzzle pieces or rolling out a sheet. And with so many texture options like coin, diamond, or ribbed designs, you can match your rubber surface with whatever aesthetic you desire.

In this article, we’ve covered the main reasons for why a rubberized industrial floor cover is the better alternative to concrete resurfacing. So long as the subflooring isn’t damaged to the degree that it loses its structural integrity, you can install a rubber industrial flooring over the area that needs repair. In covering the damaged subflooring, your industrial rubber matting will also help prevent further damage from occurring. And while getting the job done, an industrial rubber mat is also cost effective, as well as DIY-friendly. With all these factors in mind, a rubber industrial floor mat should be the go-to choice when compared to resurfacing options.

“Corrugated Ramp-Cleat” Rubber Runners

-20%
Close Up View of a Corner of the Black Corrugated Fine Rib Rubber Runner Mat

“Corrugated Fine Rib” Rubber Runner Mats

$30.88$412.00

In Stock. Ships in 24 Hours! Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-20%
Close Up View of a Corner of the Black Corrugated Composite Rib Rubber Runner Mat

“Corrugated Composite Rib” Rubber Runner Mats

$30.88$412.00

Currently Out of Stock. Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-20%
Textured Grooved Lines of Gray Corrugated Wide Rib Rubber Runner Mats

“Corrugated Wide Rib” Rubber Runner Mats

$30.88$412.00

Some Sizes are Out of Stock. Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4

-20%
A Close Up View of the Corner of the Black Corrugated Ramp-Cleat Rubber Runner

“Corrugated Ramp-Cleat” Rubber Runners

$30.88$308.00

Currently Out of Stock. Free Shipping On Orders Over $99
Need Help? Call 1-844-Rubber-4