Fire rated rubber gym tiles for buildings open to the public
Dans un établissement recevant du public, le revêtement de sol doit respecter un classement de réaction au feu défini par le type et la catégorie de l'ERP. Les classements Bfl-s1, Cfl-s1 et Dfl-s1 couvrent des niveaux d'exigence décroissants, le suffixe s1 désignant la plus faible émission de fumée. Light In Fitness fournit des dalles caoutchouc certifiées Cfl-s1 selon la norme EN 13501-1:2018.
Fire rated rubber gym tiles for buildings open to the public
In any building open to the public, a floor covering has to carry a reaction to fire classification, and that classification is what makes the room compliant. Under EN 13501-1, floorings are graded Bfl-s1, Cfl-s1 or Dfl-s1 in decreasing order of performance, with the s1 suffix marking the lowest smoke emission. Our SPARK range is certified Cfl-s1 and is supplied with its classification report, which is the document a fire safety inspector or a building control officer will ask to see.
Why the classification matters more than the datasheet
Across Europe, national fire regulations differ but they all reference the same Euroclass system. Whether the building is a commercial gym in Belgium, a municipal sports hall in France, a hotel fitness room in Switzerland or a school in Luxembourg, the local authority checks the same thing: a classification report issued by a notified laboratory, naming the product, its thickness and the conditions under which the classification is valid. A supplier statement that a tile is fire resistant, without a report reference, is not usable in a compliance file.
Two points catch buyers out. First, the classification is tied to a thickness and to a laying method, so a report for a bonded 30 mm tile does not automatically cover a loose laid 15 mm tile. Second, it is tied to the substrate: our Cfl-s1 classification is valid over substrates classified A1 or A2-s1,d0 with a density of at least 1350 kg per cubic metre, which in practice means a concrete or screed base rather than a timber deck.
SPARK certified tiles: the three thicknesses
All three share the same 100 by 100 cm format and the same 1000 kg per cubic metre density. What changes is the depth, and with it the mass, the acoustic performance and the intensity of use the tile is designed for.
| Characteristic | 25 mm | 30 mm | 42 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 100 by 100 cm | 100 by 100 cm | 100 by 100 cm |
| Weight per tile | 19.5 kg | 23 kg | 28 kg |
| Sound reduction | 23 dB | 23 dB | 25 dB |
| Density | 1000 kg/m³ | 1000 kg/m³ | 1000 kg/m³ |
| Recommended use | Fitness and cardio | Strength training | CrossFit and weightlifting |
| Reference | 30325 | 30326 | 30327 |
The certification file supplied with the order
Testing was carried out by the Laboratoire National de Métrologie et d’Essais, a French national testing laboratory accredited to EN ISO 17025 and registered as notified body number 0071 with the European Commission. The classification is therefore recognised across the European Union, not only in France.
| Document or test | Reference | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Classification report | P239907, issued 3 April 2024 | Cfl-s1 to EN 13501-1:2018 |
| Ignitability test | EN ISO 11925-2 | 12 tests, compliant, Fs no greater than 150 mm |
| Radiant panel test | EN ISO 9239-1 | Critical flux 7.2 kW/m² at 30 mm, 5.2 kW/m² at 15 mm |
| Laying methods covered | Loose laid and bonded | Both validated |
| Substrates covered | A1 and A2-s1,d0 | Density 1350 kg/m³ or above |
A copy of the classification report is issued with every order, so the file is complete on the day of handover rather than chased afterwards.
Acoustic and impact performance
Fire classification is the compliance requirement; acoustics is usually the operational one. The 1000 kg per cubic metre density gives up to 25 dB of sound reduction on the 42 mm tile and 23 dB on the 25 and 30 mm versions, which is what protects neighbouring tenants and the rooms below in a mixed use building. The same density is what stops rack feet and machine frames from indenting the surface, and what absorbs the energy of dropped bumper plates rather than returning it to the bar.
Where these tiles are specified
Municipal and school sports halls, commercial fitness clubs, CrossFit boxes, hotel and resort fitness rooms, corporate wellbeing spaces and rehabilitation centres. Anywhere a fire safety commission or an insurer reviews the building file, the classification is what unlocks the sign off. In a private home gym the classification is not required, but the density and the acoustic performance are still the reason to choose the product.
Material and environmental profile
The tiles are manufactured from recycled SBR rubber recovered from end of life car tyres, with a fine grain surface that keeps cleaning straightforward. The recycled content is a circular economy argument that carries weight in public tenders, where environmental award criteria are increasingly part of the scoring.
Ordering, delivery and installation
Stock references ship in five to ten working days. Tiles can be loose laid, which keeps them repositionable and lets you replace a single damaged square metre, or bonded where maximum stability is required. Send a plan and we return the exact quantity, the recommended thickness per zone and a budget within 24 working hours. Delivery covers France, Belgium, Switzerland and Luxembourg, with export priced per project.
Frequently asked questions
What does Cfl-s1 mean for a floor covering?
It is a Euroclass under EN 13501-1. The Cfl part indicates a very limited contribution to fire for a floor covering, and s1 indicates minimal smoke production. It is the level commonly required by fire safety authorities in buildings open to the public.
Is the classification report supplied with the order?
Yes. Report P239907 issued by the notified laboratory is provided with every order, and it is the document to attach to the building file or to hand to a fire safety inspector.
Which thickness should I choose?
25 mm for general fitness, cardio and stretching; 30 mm for strength training with moderate loads, which is the most frequently ordered thickness; 42 mm for CrossFit, weightlifting and zones where loaded bars are dropped from height.
Does the classification still apply if the tiles are only loose laid?
Yes, both loose laid and bonded installation are covered by the classification, provided the substrate is classified A1 or A2-s1,d0 with a density of at least 1350 kg per cubic metre.
Do the tiles genuinely reduce noise?
They deliver 23 dB of sound reduction at 25 and 30 mm and up to 25 dB at 42 mm. On an upper floor or above occupied rooms, combine them with an acoustic underlay and validate the build up before installation.
Request your certified flooring quotation
Send the area, the intended use per zone, the storey and the substrate, and we will return quantities, thickness and budget with the classification report attached. Browse the full range on the rubber gym flooring tiles page, read the background on equipment standards and compliance, or use the request a quote form.
Réalisations documentées
- Dalles et sols sportifs : livraisons documentees – plusieurs chantiers
- Sol sportif exterieur, square Georges-Vallerey – Taverny (95)
Ce que disent nos clients
5.0 / 5 sur 30 avis publiés sur Google
Société rencontré sur Internet, commande de l'ensemble de l'équipement fitness pour une salle de sport complète, reçu avec une semaine d'avance, conforme à la commande passée, ça peut paraître normal mais de nos jours plus grand chose ne l'est.. Matériel à la hauteur de mes espérances, qualitatif, design, rien à redire, je poste quelques photos qui en diront plus que mon avis. A recommander sans sujet.
Un professionnel à l'écoute, disponible et attentif à nos besoins. Une large gamme de matériels de fitness, cardio, CrossFit et musculation. De bons conseils, un suivi et des prix. Bref nous recommandons !
Prestations de qualité avec un bon service après-vente. Mickael est réactif. Je recommande.
Commande de dalles en caoutchouc bien reçue. Matériel de qualité et service très sérieux, je recommande !
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Sources et références
- Arrêté du 19 avril 2011 – étiquetage des produits de construction ou de revêtement de mur ou de sol sur leurs émissions de polluants volatils (Légifrance)
- Ministère de la Transition écologique – étiquetage des produits de construction : classes d’émission A+ à C
- Code du sport, articles R322-4 à R322-43 – garanties d’hygiène et de sécurité applicables aux établissements d’activités physiques et sportives (Légifrance)
