What are the tiles made from? Softfloor tiles Original, Oak, Sport, Gladiator, Gym, Pro, and all Play Mats are made of EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) closed cell high density foam, with an anti-slip top surface. BS rated - see SATRA testing page.
Our Carpet tiles are made from a polypropelene & polyester fibre mix with an EVA backing.
Our Grass tiles are made from very hardwearing and UV treated polypropelene fibers with a perforated EVE backing to allow drainage.
Our Mesh tiles are made from a pure rubber & synthetic compound.
What about straight edges? All Softfloor tiles are shipped with eding strips on every order based on the required area. Mesh tiles come ready with interlock edges and border / corner edges.
Colour Variances In some cases Colour shades may vary slightly from tile to tile due to dye process in the fibres (carpet/astro must be laid in the direction arrows) and cooling process in EVA based mats (excludes Mesh & Stud products).
Maintenance
Are the tiles waterproof? Yes, they will not absorb water, not one drop, even over time, also Frost proof.
Are the tiles resistant to stains? The tiles are resistant to stains if the material is wiped up right away, because no moisture will penetrate into the tiles, stains will notgo 'into' the material.
How are the tiles cleaned? Most types can be vacuumed, wiped (no detergents) or even jet sprayed to clean. For best results, use bicarbonate of soda with warm water. However, this is not recommended for patterned finishes, such as oak.
Installation
Where can Soft Floor be laid? It is possible to lay Softfloor tiles directly onto concrete, slabs, tiles, wooden floor boards, earth, grass lawns. Best to put down a layer of sharp sand if putting tiles down on uneven earth, long grass.
ADHESIVE: most users will not need to stick the tiles down as they are stable & will lay flat. To stick down either use our double sided flooring tape or general purpose tile adhesive for vinyl, cork, pvc etc.
Do surfaces need to be prepared? Softfloor requires virtually no preparation to lay, no need to pre-screed existing concrete. Ideal for un-even floors! Lay directly on to; wooden floorboards, short grass, patio tiles, decking or balcony, carpet, concrete, paving Etc.
Can the tiles be cut? Yes, the mats are easily cut for a custom fit. In this case you should order a little more than your room size and trim along two walls in the room. The mat are easily cut using an stanley knife or a utility knife and a straight edge. When cutting the mats leave at least a 1/4" gap (6-9 mm) between the mat and the wall for any expansion.
Can the tiles be placed over carpet? All floors & carpeting under the mats is ok. However, if used for martial arts or combat training, the carpeting acts like a layer of air and the mats may move around, even large areas. It is best to stick the tiles down with our removable tape.
What about under floor heating? Although we have laid Soft Floor on heated floors, we recommend finding alternative flooring for permanent domestic installations on heated floors. To prevent warped surfaces and condensation damage, please ensure to leave room for expansion/contraction of floor tiles and do not seal air-tight.
Do you offer a fitting service? Only for large areas, such as events and trade shows, please enquire.
Wear & Tear
Will the tiles work for exercise equipment? Yes they are good for all exercise equipment, multi gyms work well as they bed into the tile. For weight benches that have little posts for legs, we recommend using a small piece of plywood under the legs of the weight bench to disperse the weight of the bench.
Can I put heavy weights on them? For people that use free weights, and drop weights frequently, the best solution is to use our tile laid on top of 12mm plywood / MDF.
Will the tiles hold up to foot traffic? Used often at Trade-shows, Yes the mats will hold up to normal wear with shoes or without shoes. HOWEVER, stilettos or very pointed heels will indent or mark the tiles.
How long do they last? Original EVA tiles do not rot or decay over time. Expected useful life for the mats is approx 10 to 12 years. However, if applied in high foot-traffic areas or used frequently for sports etc., this may be reduced to 7 to 10 years.
Average durable life span in non-commercial/industrial environments:
Oak tiles 5+ Carpet tiles 10+ Sport tiles 10+ Gym tiles 10+ Pro tiles 10+ Mesh 15+
please note that the above are estimates and in many cases the tiles will last much longer. Also, in heavy or high traffic areas, repeated cleaning with certain detergents might shorten lifespan.
How firm are they? They are firm enough to hold an average sized person with shoes on, with out sinking into the mats. If you jump up and down on the mats, they will squish a little bit the tile is designed to take this type of activity. This quality tile, will show the effects of sharp objects slight marking imprinting the surface. these will visually seal over if similar for instance to a cut. Able to be laid as a mat or shape as the tiles hold together without the need for special edging to hold them in place.
How soft are the tiles? Soft enough to perform all sporting activities, comfortably, especially good at absorbing a fall or accident. Great for absorbing vibration from rowing machines and treadmills etc.. but NOT hard enough for coping with competition gymnastic equipment.
Softfloor does not collapse under foot, if a normal sized person jumped up and down on the mats, they would squish slightly to about 25% of the mats thickness, the mats are soft enough for young childrens and infants play areas. An advised fall height of 1m is the estimated fall safety level, all buyers & users are responsible for their own actions.
Safety Features
Are the tiles safe? Satisfies to CE regulations, fire and children's toxicity tests. Non-absorbant & impervious to moisture, resists most household common chemicals including bleach and other cleaners. Joins at the interlock are usually tight enough to stop surface liquid penetration to the sub floor if liquid is wiped up straight way. Have been tested for Compliance with European Standard on Safety of Toys EN71 Part 1:1998 Mechanical and Physical Properties EN 71 Part 2:1993. Flammability of Toys and EN 71 Part 3: Migration of Certain Elements.
Stock / Availability
Are the tiles in stock? Yes, all items on the website are in stock unless otherwise stated. Click here for delivery times.
Can I get samples? Yes, click here to order samples online. Sample orders are refunded on receipt of first full order.
Contact / Location
Where are you located? We are located near Colchester (east of town) Essex CO7.
Do you have locations around the country? We are direct only, internet based, so we have no retail stores, giving you the best price possible.
I have a question about my order! Please contact customer services for questions about your order.
(all information above is advisory only and not intended to be a legal statement, no liability is accepted)
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