Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles 2' x 2' x 8mm | IC (RL-TILE-228)

IRON COMPANY Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles are 2' x 2' x 8mm USA-made recycled rubber tiles for home gyms, commercial gyms, cross-training spaces, fitness studios, and high-traffic training areas. These loose lay interlocking rubber puzzle tiles install without adhesive and help create a durable rubber flooring surface under cardio equipment, strength equipment, and general workout zones.

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Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles 2' x 2' x 8mm

The IRON COMPANY RL-TILE-228 is designed for buyers who want rubber flooring that is easier to stage, move, and install than many glue-down flooring options. Each 24" x 24" tile has a 4 sq. ft. nominal size, an 8mm thickness, and puzzle-style interlocking edges that help create a clean, connected gym floor without adhesive.

Key Benefits

• USA-made recycled rubber flooring: Made in the USA from post-consumer crumb rubber harvested from used car, truck, and airplane tires.
• 8mm low-profile thickness: Useful for cardio areas, selectorized machines, racks, benches, general strength spaces, and high-traffic walk paths.
• 2' x 2' interlocking format: Each 24" x 24" tile has a 4 sq. ft. nominal size for easier room planning and modular layout work.
• Loose lay installation: Interlocking rubber puzzle tile edges install without adhesive for many gym flooring layouts.
• Non-porous and easy to clean: Designed to resist absorption and simplify routine gym floor maintenance.
• Slip-resistant rubber surface: Supplied coefficient of friction is ASTM D1894/5 >0.8.
• Sound absorption: Helps muffle gym noise in training spaces with cardio machines, free weights, and strength equipment.
• Solid Black or 10% Color Fleck: Available in Solid Black or 10% Color Fleck concentration for different gym flooring appearances.

For buyers comparing interlocking rubber gym tiles, the RL-TILE-228 gives you a modular rubber flooring option that can work well in home gyms, garage gyms, commercial gyms, fitness studios, and cross-training spaces. The interlocking format is especially useful when the room does not justify a full roll installation or when the buyer wants a more manageable tile-by-tile layout.

The recycled material story is part of the value of this floor. These tiles are made from post-consumer crumb rubber harvested from used car, truck, and airplane tires and fabricated from thousands of fine rubber granules. The supplied product details list 92% recycled content, making this a practical USA-made recycled rubber flooring option for training facilities that need durable flooring with a cleaner material story.

The 8mm thickness is best matched to general gym flooring applications, including cardio training, weightlifting areas, strength equipment zones, bodybuilding spaces, and high foot traffic. It can be used under treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals, racks, benches, and gym machines, but the warranty is clear that repeated heavy dumbbell or barbell drops should be handled with thicker 1/2" or 3/4" supplemental tiles or mats.

Performance data gives buyers more than a generic rubber tile description. Supplied testing includes ASTM D412 tensile strength of 266 psi, ASTM D3676 density of 69.2 lbs/cubic foot, ASTM D2240 hardness of Shore A 65 +/- 5, ASTM D2859 flammability PASS, ASTM D5116 VOC emissions of 0.5 mg/m2 or less, and ASTM D1894/5 coefficient of friction greater than 0.8. The tiles are also listed as resistant to most acids and chlorine under F-925-02.

Day-to-day maintenance is another advantage for busy training spaces. The supplied product details describe these rubber tiles as non-porous, slip resistant, and easy to clean. That matters in garage gyms and commercial fitness areas where sweat, dirt, chalk dust, traffic lanes, and equipment movement can make floor maintenance part of the regular operating routine.

Buyers building a complete training space can pair these interlocking rubber tiles with cardio equipment, free weights, and strength training equipment. For other rubber flooring layouts, compare these tiles with rubber gym flooring rolls and rubber gym mats based on room size, installation preference, equipment type, and whether the area will receive repeated weight drops.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size are these interlocking rubber tiles?

Each tile is 2' x 2", or 24" x 24", with a 4 sq. ft. nominal tile size.

How thick are the RL-TILE-228 rubber tiles?

The RL-TILE-228 tiles are 8mm thick.

How much does each tile weigh?

The tiles are approximately 2.2 lbs. per square foot and approximately 8.8 lbs. per tile.

Are these tiles made in the USA?

Yes. These interlocking rubber tiles are proudly made in the USA.

Do these rubber tiles require adhesive?

No. These tiles are loose lay and do not require adhesive.

Are 8mm interlocking rubber tiles recommended for heavy free weight drop zones?

No. The warranty states that only 1/2" and 3/4" tiles are recommended for heavy weight drop areas and that premature wear from heavy weight drops is not covered.

What color options are available?

These tiles are available in Solid Black or 10% Color Fleck concentration.

Features:

• USA made: Proudly made in the USA.
• Recycled rubber construction: Made from post-consumer crumb rubber harvested from used car, truck, and airplane tires.
• 92% recycled content: Designed with sustainability in mind using recycled rubber content.
• Interlocking puzzle tile design: Loose lay interlocking tile format installs without adhesive.
• 2' x 2' tile size: 24" x 24" nominal tile dimensions with 4 sq. ft. nominal size.
• 8mm thickness: Low-profile rubber gym flooring tile for cardio, strength equipment, studio, and general training areas.
• Available color options: Solid Black or 10% Color Fleck concentration.
• Non-porous surface: Non-absorbent rubber tile construction supports easier cleaning.
• Slip resistant: Rubber surface helps minimize slip risks in training environments.
• Easy to clean: Designed for simple gym floor maintenance.
• Sound absorption: Helps muffle gym noise for a more focused workout environment.
• High-traffic durability: Designed to withstand high foot traffic and heavy gym equipment.
• Chemical resistance: Resistant to most acids and chlorine.
• Performance data supplied: Includes ASTM testing for tensile strength, density, hardness, VOC emissions, flammability, and coefficient of friction.

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Specifications:

Product Details

• Product Type: Interlocking rubber gym flooring tile / rubber puzzle tile
• Primary Category: Interlocking Rubber Gym Tiles
• Parent Category: Rubber Gym Flooring
• Intended Use Rating: Residential, Commercial

Tile Dimensions and Weight

• Tile Dimensions: 2' x 2' / 24" x 24" / approximately 60.96 cm x 60.96 cm
• Nominal Tile Size: 4 sq. ft.
• Tile Surface Area: 22" x 22" not counting interlocking tabs
• Thickness: 8mm / approximately 0.315"
• Weight per Square Foot: 2.2 lbs.
• Weight per Tile: 8.8 lbs. / approximately 3.99 kg

Materials, Color, and Construction

• Material: Premium quality recycled rubber
• Rubber Source: Post-consumer crumb rubber harvested from used car, truck, and airplane tires
• Construction: Fabricated from thousands of fine rubber granules
• Recycled Content: 92%
• Color Options: Solid Black or 10% Color Fleck concentration
• Color Fleck Concentration: 10%
• Installation: Loose lay installation, no adhesive required
• Surface: Non-porous, slip resistant, easy to clean
• Country Claim: Proudly made in the USA

Performance and Testing Data

• Tensile Strength: ASTM D412 | 266 psi
• Density: ASTM D3676 | 69.2 lbs/cubic foot
• Tear Resistance: ASTM D413 | Average elongation at break 1.55
• Hardness: ASTM D2240 | Shore A 65 + / - 5
• Compression Set: ASTM D395 | -4.90%
• VOC Emissions: ASTM D5116 | 0.5 mg/m2 or less
• Flammability: ASTM D2859 | PASS
• Resistance to Chemicals: F-925-02 | Resistant to most acids and chlorine
• Coefficient of Friction: ASTM D1894/5 | >0.8

Recommended Applications

• Buyer Types: Home gym owners, commercial gym owners, cross-training facilities, fitness studios
• Facility Types: Home gyms, commercial gyms, cross-training facilities, fitness studios, high-traffic gyms
• Training Applications: Cardio training, weightlifting, powerlifting, bodybuilding, strength training
• Heavy Drop Zone Note: Only 1/2" and 3/4" tiles are recommended for heavy weight drop areas according to the supplied warranty terms.

Warranty:

• 5 year limited warranty against manufacturer defects in material and workmanship. Only 1/2" and 3/4" tiles recommended for heavy weight drop areas. Warranty does not cover premature wear due to heavy weight drop, such as dumbbells and barbells. Always use ½” or ¾” thick supplemental tiles or mats on top of rolled rubber in heavy drop zones.

Shipping NOT Included - Will be calculated at checkout.

• Shipping Cost: Shopping cart will calculate shipping cost automatically at checkout.
• Parcel: Smaller orders will ship via UPS ground.
• Freight: Freight deliveries are considered "curbside" only and will be delivered on a wooden pallet to a location at your address suitable for a tractor trailer at the drivers discretion. Your delivery will include a 24-hour notification to schedule delivery for the next business day and lift gate service only. There will be an upcharge for any additional delivery services (i.e. inside delivery). Customers are required to be available at the time of delivery to inspect the shipment, make note of any freight damage or shortages, and sign the delivery receipt including notes of any damage or shortages.
• International Orders: Shipping cost to your location outside the lower 48-states will NOT be calculated at checkout and will be emailed for approval after the order is placed.