In This Post:
Cost of Rubber Tiles in Pakistan
Cost of Foam Tiles in Pakistan
Cost of Carpet Flooring in Pakistan
Choosing an appropriate and comfortable flooring option is a challenging part of setting up a home-gym in Pakistan. We had previously shared the cost of adding a gym to your house, where we briefly touched the subject of the best flooring ideas for a home gym. In this blog, we’ve put together all the best options that will add both comfort and style to your home-based fitness centre.
The idea for this blog came to us when we were discussing space requirements for a home gym, where we had shared some design tips for the best home gym setup. So, here’s our take on the best flooring options for a home gym.
Without further ado, let’s start flooring!
Best Flooring Ideas for a Home Gym
Flooring is an essential part of home décor since it adds aesthetic appeal and elevates the charm of any house. Not to mention, the base of a room is also known to add an extra layer of character and style. However, deciding the appropriate flooring can become a little complicated for homeowners who have never undertaken a home remodelling project before. So, this is where we come in and help you make a well-informed decision.
That being said, here’s our compilation of the top home gym flooring ideas:
- Rubber Tiles
- Foam Tiles
- Carpeted Floor
Rubber Tiles
Rubber tiles are among the most popular flooring options for a home gym due to three reasons. First, they are extremely durable and can last for a lifetime, provided you take special considerations of its maintenance. Secondly, rubber tiles are also the most economical option among all the choices available on the spectrum. Lastly, they are incredibly easy to install and can be mounted on any type of subfloor.
Further, rubber tiles are like a giant puzzle, and they only require interlocking to form a floor. So, if you are planning to set up rubber tiles, you will only be putting together a giant-sized rubber puzzle. The method is fun and super simple.
Cost of Rubber Tiles in Pakistan
A single 12×12 piece of interlocking rubber tile can cost you around PKR 300 to PKR 500 at an average. The thickness of such tiles can lie anywhere between 0.5 inches to 1.5 inches.
Foam Tiles
Right after rubber tiles, foam tiles are among the safest flooring ideas for a home gym. They are by far the comfiest, lightest, and most affordable option for avid workout fans. Installing foam flooring is more or less like having a giant yoga mat laid across your room. Just like rubber tiles, foam tiles are widely available in interlocking forms and can be installed wherever you need without any hassles.
Everything about this option is so good that it is almost difficult to find any drawback. However, foam tiles are prone to cut or dents when a piece of heavy machinery or sharp objects are placed on them. This drawback makes it difficult to use them in a room or place where heavy equipment is present. The best thing about this type of home gym flooring is that it can be installed over carpet too.
Cost of Foam Tiles in Pakistan
Foam tiles are extremely affordable. As such, the cost of a single 24×24 inches foam tile in Pakistan is around PKR 500 to PKR 650.
Carpeted Floor
The next option on our list of most popular flooring ideas for a home gym is carpet flooring. Carpet is among the most popular and most suitable flooring option for homeowners who cannot keep up with the hefty maintenance of rubber and foam tiles. Carpets are also quite easy to install and can be used as a protection for various types of floorings in your home. Not to mention, you can use it in combination with the aforementioned options. Just make sure you opt for a commercial-grade pile that offers both durability and grip.
Moreover, a carpeted floor can effortlessly blend in with other items in your home gym and offer great support for heavy equipment and machines. On a side note, we have also shared a simple guide that you can use to install wall-to-wall carpet.
Cost of Carpeted Floor in Pakistan
In comparison to the other two home gym flooring ideas, carpets are a bit more expensive and take a certain level of precision to install. The price of a high-quality carpet flooring can range anywhere around PKR 35 to PKR 55 per sqft.
Before we sign off, we would like to remind you that fitness centres and gyms are prone to accidents and unforeseen situations. You can take a preventive step by adding a secure flooring option, but slips, tumbles, and other such injuries are normal things to happen in a house with a gym.
As a responsible adult, you must make sure you have taken all the measures to make the place secure and healthy for your family members. Keep a check on its regular cleaning and maintenance by making sure that the floor is mopped or vacuumed regularly. Do not add heavy or cosy furniture to the area being used as a fitness centre. Also, take a look at our blog, where we have shared some ways to allergy-proof your home to maintain a healthy environment.
This brings us to the end of our post. Now, we will talk about the gist of our piece in a few words. In this post, we have listed some of the safest flooring ideas for a home gym. These options are also considered as the best flooring for gyms. This post aims to help our concerned readers who cannot head out to a gym due to the global pandemic. Meanwhile, take a look at our blog where we have shared some easy tips for setting up a home gym.
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