In many public and industrial spaces, the flooring is not just a simple surface for walking. Suitable flooring can play a significant role in safety, space durability, shock absorption, noise control, and even environmental hygiene. In this regard, granular flooring and Tatami flooring, as two widely used options, have been utilized for years in various spaces such as gyms, kindergartens, industrial halls, educational centers, and even some medical applications. However, the reality is that many buyers do not have a precise understanding of these two types of flooring. In this article, we try to examine their differences, applications, and the importance of factory production quality in simple yet precise language.
Granular and Tatami Flooring; Definitions and Differences
Granular flooring is a type of compressed flooring produced from rubber granules or recycled and new polymer compounds. These granules are bonded together under specific pressure and heat, creating a resistant, flexible, and shock-absorbing structure. Its main feature is high resistance to impact and abrasion. In contrast, Tatami flooring is usually produced from polymer foams like EVA and has a softer and lighter structure. These floorings are often designed as puzzles and are ideal for spaces where there is direct body contact with the floor.
❓ What is the practical difference between these two products?
If we want to put it simply, granular flooring is designed more to withstand pressure and heavy impacts, while Tatami flooring is designed for comfort, safety, and direct body contact. However, making the right choice isn’t summarized in just this sentence. Factors like the type of space, traffic volume, environmental conditions, safety requirements, and even health standards play a fundamental role in choosing between the two.
Why is Standard Factory Production Important?
At first glance, there might not seem to be a difference between flooring produced in a factory and market samples produced in workshops and non-standard centers, but in practice, the differences are very serious. In an industrial factory like Foamiran, production is carried out based on three key principles:
Complete Control of Raw Materials
Using standard industrial foams and controlled polymer compounds ensures that the flooring does not suffer from quality loss, cracking, or deformation over time. This means eliminating impurities that exist in market samples.
Systematic Production Process
For a product produced in the factory, stages such as density adjustment, press pressure, and curing time are carefully monitored. This supervision ensures the final product is uniform and has no structural weaknesses.
Guaranteeing Durability and Performance
Our goal has always been to produce a product that is reliable in practice. Quality controls directly affect the durability, safety, and performance of the flooring and reduce maintenance costs.
Diverse Applications of Granular and Tatami Flooring
Choosing the right flooring requires correct understanding rather than just relying on appearance. Below, we examine the specialized applications of each:
- •Gyms and CrossFit Halls (Granular): Withstanding the pressure of weights and preventing damage to the hall floor.
- •Kindergartens and Playrooms (Tatami): Creating a soft surface for children’s safety and preventing skin abrasions.
- •Industrial and Workshop Environments (Granular): High durability against abrasion and traffic with safety shoes.
- •Martial Arts Clubs and Rehabilitation Centers (Tatami): Suitable elasticity for Judo, Karate, and physiotherapy.
Comparative Table of Granular and Tatami Flooring
For an informed choice, we have placed the technical features of these two products side by side in the table below:
Smart Selection Based on Space Needs
Granular flooring and Tatami are both practical products, but they only perform best when chosen according to the correct application. Here we review the strengths of each separately:
Key Features of Granular Flooring
- ✔ Environmental Resistance: Ideal for outdoor spaces and harsh weather conditions.
- ✔ Heavy Load Bearing: Suitable for under gym equipment and high traffic.
- ✔ High Durability: No deformation or crumbling over the long term.
Key Features of Tatami Flooring
- ✔ High Hygiene: Easy to wash capability and antibacterial surface.
- ✔ Body Shock Absorption: Excellent protection for joints and skin in direct contact.
- ✔ Easy Installation: Puzzle interlocking system without the need for glue.
