Description
The 20 mm dark oak rubber gym tile pairs a high-definition wood-look wear surface with a professional shock-absorbing base: 100 x 100 cm format, Cfl-s1 fire rating for public buildings, glue-free interlocking clips and a 5-year warranty. Price: 49 EUR excluding VAT per m2.
A technical tile that does not look like one
The printed dark oak grain — lightly textured for slip resistance — gives coaching studios, hotel gyms and premium home gyms a private-club atmosphere that standard black tiles cannot deliver. Underneath, the construction is fully professional: a 0.5 mm high-density vinyl wear layer (1,600 kg/m3) over a recycled SBR rubber base (960 kg/m3) with a studded underside that ventilates the subfloor and improves impact-noise insulation.
Cfl-s1: specified for public-access buildings
The tile is fire-classified Cfl-s1 under EN 13501-1 — the rating that covers the vast majority of gyms, studios and hotel fitness rooms open to the public, with the stricter s1 smoke index. Always have your safety commission or inspection body validate the datasheet for your specific building category before ordering.
Clip-together installation, no adhesive
Invisible clips lock the tiles together without glue, on any sound subfloor. Joints are nearly seamless, the floor can be zoned by combining the dark oak with its light oak twin, and the whole installation is demountable — it moves with you. Each tile covers exactly 1 m2 and weighs 18 kg; finishing edge ramps are available on request.
What 20 mm is dimensioned for
The tile absorbs dumbbells and kettlebells set down on the floor, jumps and fast footwork — the daily life of a coaching or wellness space. It is not intended for repeated heavy barbell drops: for lifting platforms, specify 40 mm tiles under the drop zones and keep the oak finish elsewhere.
Specifications
| Reference | LIF-38647 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 100 x 100 cm, 20 mm thick (1 m2 per tile) |
| Weight | 18 kg per tile |
| Structure | 0.5 mm vinyl wear layer 1,600 kg/m3 on recycled SBR rubber 960 kg/m3, ventilated studded base |
| Finish | Dark oak wood-look, high-definition print, slip-resistant |
| Standard | Fire rating Cfl-s1 (EN 13501-1) |
| Installation | Invisible clip system, no glue |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Price | 49 EUR excluding VAT per m2 |
Shock absorption, critical fall height and floor protection
This 20 mm two-layer rubber tile sits at around 0.6 to 0.8 m critical fall height (HIC ≤ 1,000, EN 1177 method) and 20 to 30 % force reduction (EN 14904). This is the cushioning level expected for yoga, Pilates, physiotherapy, coaching and light functional training. The dense, non-porous top layer takes dumbbells and kettlebells set down on the floor without visible marks; the studded SBR base returns energy progressively and cuts vibration transfer to the subfloor (concrete, screed, timber), protecting both the existing floor and the equipment.
| Criterion | Reference value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Critical fall height | ≈ 0.6 to 0.8 m | EN 1177 (HIC ≤ 1,000) |
| Force reduction (shock absorption) | ≈ 20 to 30 % | EN 14904 |
| Impact sound reduction | ≈ 18 to 22 dB (ΔLw) | ISO 10140-3 / ISO 717-2 |
| Density | Base 960 kg/m³ · surface 1,600 kg/m³ | – |
| Surface mass | 18 kg/m² | – |
| Top-layer hardness | ≈ 60 to 65 Shore A | – |
Indoor use only: the fall height is given as a guide for people falling in a studio (yoga, Pilates, physiotherapy, coaching), not for an outdoor playground, where EN 1177 requires a certified outdoor tile matched to the equipment fall height. These are reference values for 20 mm two-layer rubber tiles, not a test specific to this reference; a Light In Fitness declaration is available on request. For a higher certified fall height (playgrounds, heavy free-weight areas, weightlifting drops), see our 30 to 100 mm shock-absorbing tiles.
Frequently asked questions
How convincing is the wood finish in real use?
The grain is printed in high definition and lightly textured; visitors read it as parquet, not printed rubber. The clip system keeps joints nearly invisible, though a zero joint is impossible without gluing. The dark tint also hides sole marks better than the light oak version.
How do I clean it without damaging the print?
Plain water or a neutral detergent is all it needs — the surface is non-porous. Avoid aromatic solvents (white spirit, acetone) and concentrated bleach, which can degrade the printed finish over time. Check your professional cleaning products before first use.
Can dark and light oak be mixed in one room?
Yes — same thickness, same clips, same structure, so the junction is flush. A common studio layout zones stretching areas in light oak and coaching areas in dark oak with no floor markings needed.
Compare the full wood-effect rubber tile range and our fire-rated tiles, or contact us for samples of both oak tints and a free quote — response within 24 hours.
Installation, edging and maintenance
Lay the tiles edge to edge, with no gap between them, leaving an expansion joint of about 5 mm between the covering and the walls. We recommend a staggered layout: joints are offset from one row to the next, which spreads the loads across the whole surface. The clips push into the pre-formed holes on the underside of the tile without forcing; once clipped, the tiles are perfectly aligned. Where a clip is awkward to fit, along an edge or against an obstacle, half clips can be used.
Matching finishing edges complete the installation: straight edges of 50 x 15 cm and corner pieces of 15 x 15 cm, with a bevelled profile. They use the same clip system as the tiles, with 1 clip supplied per straight edge and per corner piece. They remove the sharp rim around the perimeter, so nothing catches when a trolley or a wheeled machine crosses it, and they give a clean transition to the existing floor.
Maintenance: sweep or vacuum regularly to remove dust, sand and abrasive particles; clean with a slightly damp mop or a scrubber drier fitted with soft brushes; use a pH neutral detergent suitable for rubber floor coverings; rinse with clean water if needed and let the floor dry naturally; wipe up spills quickly to avoid slips; ask users to wear clean indoor sports shoes. Never use wire brushes or abrasive pads, acids (bleach, vinegar, bathroom cleaners), alkalis (butyl based cleaners, high pH strippers) or petrochemical products (cleaners containing oil, grease, solvents or abrasives).
The Cfl-s1 fire classification certificate (EN 13501-1) is supplied with the order, subject to documentary availability. Indoor use. Subfloor preparation and laying conditions are to be confirmed according to the condition of the existing floor and the intended use.











