Rubber Flooring is known for its durability, slip-resistance, and low-maintenance requirements, which make it a popular choice for gyms, fitness centres, schools, hospitals, airports, and other high-traffic areas.
What is Rubber Flooring?

Commercial Rubber flooring can be made from recycled rubber materials and is available in a variety of colors, thicknesses, and textures. It can be installed in tiles or rolls, and can be customised to fit specific design requirements.
Commercial rubber flooring is a type of flooring material made from rubber and designed for use in commercial and industrial settings.
Benefits of Rubber Flooring
Highly durable
Rubber flooring can withstand heavy foot traffic, equipment, and spills without showing signs of damage. Rubber flooring is manufactured through a process known as vulcanization, which causes the molecules in the rubber to cross-link and become stronger and more durable. It’s for this reason among many that rubber flooring is often a lot more durable than natural flooring types.
Low maintenance and easy to clean
Rubber flooring is a popular choice for areas that require a particularly clean environment, such as hospitals, dental practices, and gyms. Rubber flooring is easy to clean and maintain, requiring only regular sweeping or mopping. It is also resistant to stains and spills, making it a good choice for facilities where spills are common.
Excellent for Comfort
Rubber flooring has a natural cushioning effect that can help reduce fatigue and stress on joints. This makes it a popular choice for gyms, fitness centres, and other facilities where people are on their feet for extended periods of time.
Slip Resistant
Another reason that rubber flooring is commonly used in gyms, hospitals, and other public places is that it’s highly slip resistant. This not only protects your company against accidents, but it can be a practical solution for areas with intense foot traffic, such as a gym or sports hall.
Sustainable
Many types of rubber flooring are made from recycled materials, making them an eco-friendly choice for businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact.
Sound Absorption
Rubber flooring has excellent sound-absorbing properties that can help reduce noise in commercial and industrial settings. This makes it a good choice for facilities that operate in a loud environment or need to maintain a quiet environment.
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Types of Rubber Flooring
Rolled Rubber Flooring
This is a sheet of rubber that is rolled out and installed over a subfloor. It is available in various thicknesses and can be customised with different colors and textures.
Anti-Fatigue Rubber Flooring
This type of rubber flooring has a cushioned surface that provides extra comfort and support for people who stand or walk for long periods of time. It is commonly used in kitchens, factories, and other industrial settings.
Conductive Rubber Flooring
This type of rubber flooring is designed to dissipate static electricity, making it a good choice for settings such as computer rooms and laboratories.
Recycled Rubber Flooring
This type of rubber flooring is made from recycled materials, such as used tires. It is an eco-friendly option that is also durable and slip-resistant.
Rubber Mats
Rubber mats can be easily placed and removed as needed. They are often used in entranceways, weightlifting areas, and studio areas to provide additional cushioning and traction.
Tiled Rubber Flooring
These are individual rubber tiles that can be interlocked or glued down to create a stable and flexible surface. They come in various sizes, colors, and thicknesses, allowing for design versatility.
Rubber Flooring for Schools & Universities
Rubber is a pragmatic, economical, and durable choice for the education sector. It also possesses outstanding sound-proofing properties, which make it ideal for creating a conducive environment for learning. Its exceptional slip resistance effectively prevents accidents in schools.
Rubber Flooring for Airports
Offering durability, slip resistance, noise reduction, easy maintenance, and design flexibility, rubber flooring is an excellent choice for airports, both from a maintenance, aesthetic, and safety perspective.
Rubber Flooring for Gyms
Alongside the benefits of durability, low maintenance, and cost-effectiveness, the excellent shock absorption properties of rubber flooring help reduce the impact of heavy weights hitting the floor, as well as absorb the impact on the joints of visitors.
Why Choose Bradbury Flooring?
At Bradbury Flooring, we bring decades of expertise to every project. Established in 1961, we’ve built a strong reputation as one of the East Midlands’ most trusted commercial flooring specialists, supplying and installing high-quality LVT and other commercial flooring solutions for businesses across Leicester and beyond.
We work with many well-known high street retailers and national brands, providing durable, professional flooring installations that meet the highest standards of quality and finish. Our long-standing relationships with clients are built on reliability, consistency, and a commitment to getting every detail right.
Our team combines over 60 years of hands-on experience, and we take pride in maintaining a highly skilled workforce. We proactively invest in training and development to ensure our fitters remain up to date with the latest techniques, materials, and safety standards. Alongside this, our continuous apprenticeship programme brings in and develops the next generation of flooring specialists — ensuring the Bradbury standard of excellence continues well into the future.
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