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Rubber flooring is popular in gyms, healthcare facilities, ice rink arenas, schools, and other commercial settings for its incredibly resilient surface. This flooring type has become increasingly popular in residential applications for home gyms, kids’ playrooms, laundry rooms, and garages.  Rubber flooring is a truly versatile flooring option suitable for many applications. We list some… Continue Reading...

Ice rink arenas experience heavy foot traffic, from hockey players walking on their skates to guests filtering in with winter boots. Hockey arena flooring needs to withstand skate blades, sudden changes in temperature and humidity, reduce the chance of slips, and provide a comfortable path to walk on.  While there are many options for hockey… Continue Reading...

Flooring for use in fitness facilities, sports centres, gymnasiums, and courts need to be sturdy, safe, yet soft enough to absorb impact. The type of flooring required for these types of applications needs to be able to withstand heavy traffic and reduce the risk of injury.  Athletic flooring tiles meet these requirements to create a… Continue Reading...

Perfect Surfaces has earned a ranking on the 32nd annual Growth List by Canadian Business as one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies. The recognition comes from Canada’s premier media brand, Maclean’s, honouring businesses that have seen exponential growth over five years. Perfect Surfaces was established in 2011 after company president Darcy Richards realized the number of… Continue Reading...

When it comes to outdoor flooring, the first materials that come to mind are wood, stone, or turf. However, outdoor rubber flooring exists as a popular option for many homeowners and commercial establishments. Among some of its benefits, outdoor rubber flooring is able to stand up to elements and resist damage from rain, UV rays,… Continue Reading...

What once was a flooring options ideal for commercial environments, rubber flooring has gained in popularity for residential applications. The selection of colours, patterns, and textures that rubber mats offer today is one of the many reasons why more and more homeowners are opting for this flooring option. As with any product for your home,… Continue Reading...

More and more people are opting to create a workout space in the comfort of their own homes. It not only saves money from the cost of an expensive gym membership, but it also saves time commuting to and from the gym and is much more convenient, especially during cold winter months. The first step… Continue Reading...

When setting up your home gym, there is one piece of equipment that is utilized more than any other - the floor. Installing the proper flooring has a huge impact on your exercise experience and will prevent injuries as well as protect the surface underneath. A quality floor is shock resistant, durable, and easy to… Continue Reading...

From fitness facilities, community centres, airports, and shopping malls to fast-food restaurants and private homes, indoor playgrounds are quickly gaining popularity. Community playgrounds are a great place to host birthday parties and family-friendly events where children can keep busy, have fun, and improve developmental and motor skills. If you’re building an indoor play area, the… Continue Reading...

Besides having the right equipment, there’s one important thing required for any home training space. The flooring! The right home gym flooring can absorb impact, decrease the risk of injuries, increase stability, and protect your floor from scratches and cracks. When choosing your home gym flooring, Perfect Surfaces recommends considering what exercises you’ll be performing,… Continue Reading...

When it comes to fitness flooring for your personal training space, it’s important to choose a material that protects your joints and reduces your risk of injury while protecting your subfloor underneath. While there are a variety of fitness flooring options for your home, rubber continues to be the most popular option for both home… Continue Reading...

Rubber flooring is ideal because it is safe, environmentally friendly, and long-lasting. These benefits also mean it can be used just about anywhere. Rubber flooring allows for so many location options so why limit yourself? 1. Athletic Sports Are you building a gym to be used as a work out facility or venue for a… Continue Reading...