In Stock — Sydney Warehouse🏗 50mm High-Impact Acoustic Gym Flooring🔈 Vibration Dampening & Sub-Floor Protection🚚 Fast Australia-Wide Freight on Pallets
Armoured Armadillo 50mm High-Impact Acoustic Gym Flooring Tiles are the thickest, heaviest-duty rubber gym flooring available in Australia — engineered specifically for Olympic weightlifting drop zones, powerlifting platforms, second-floor commercial gyms and apartment buildings where standard 15mm–20mm tiles cannot provide sufficient vibration dampening or sub-floor protection. At 50mm thick (3× thicker than standard commercial gym flooring), these tiles function as a structural sound and vibration barrier — absorbing the low-frequency shock waves from 100kg–300kg barbell drops that travel through building frames and cause noise complaints, sub-floor cracking and structural damage. 850 kg/m³ density. 65 Shore A hardness. 20kg per tile. 0.5m² coverage. 100% recycled SBR with polyurethane binder. Trusted by Olympic lifting platforms, strength & conditioning facilities and serious home gym owners across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Canberra.
50mm — 3× Thicker Than Standard850 kg/m³ Extreme DensityStructural Vibration BarrierOlympic Drop Zone Rated100% Recycled SBR + PU BinderAustralia-Wide Pallet Delivery
50mmTile Thickness
850kg/m³Extreme Density
20kgPer Tile Weight
65ShAShore A Hardness
Why Thickness Matters
50mm vs Standard Gym Flooring — The Difference Explained
15mm Standard
General gym flooring. Good for most home gyms, PT studios and cardio zones. Not sufficient for repeated heavy barbell drops or second-floor acoustic control.
General Use
20mm Commercial
Commercial walkways and functional training. Adequate for most commercial gym zones, but still insufficient for Olympic drop zones or building acoustic isolation.
Commercial Use
50mm Armadillo 🔥
Structural vibration barrier. The only thickness recommended for heavy barbell drops, second-floor gyms, apartment buildings and Strongman training zones.
Extreme Use
ℹ️ The 50mm difference: Standard 15mm–20mm gym tiles absorb surface impact. The 50mm Armadillo acts as a structural vibration isolator — it prevents low-frequency shock waves from transmitting through your building's concrete and steel frame entirely. This is the physics difference between a mat and an acoustic barrier. If you have ever heard a "boom" thud through the ceiling or walls after a heavy barbell drop, thinner mats are not solving this problem. 50mm does.
4 Environments Where 50mm Is the Only Right Choice
Where the Armoured Armadillo 50mm Performs
🏋
Olympic Weightlifting & Powerlifting Drop Zones
The primary application for 50mm rubber flooring. Designed for areas where 100kg–300kg barbells are dropped from overhead (Snatch, Clean & Jerk) or hip height (Deadlifts). At 50mm, the tile provides the crush depth needed to absorb repeated high-impact energy without bottoming out — unlike 15mm tiles that transmit most of the force directly to the sub-floor. Prevents the "bounce-back" effect where thin mats cause the barbell to rebound dangerously.
"The only flooring rated for 200–300kg Olympic bar drops repeated daily."
🏢
Second-Floor Gyms & Commercial Building Fit-Outs
If your gym is located on the second floor or above — or if there is a business (cafe, office, retail) directly underneath — standard 20mm flooring will not stop the low-frequency vibration thud. The 50mm thickness acts as an acoustic isolator, absorbing the vibration energy that would otherwise travel through the building's steel and concrete structural frame and generate noise complaints. Essential for commercial gym fit-outs in retail strips, shopping centres and multi-tenancy office buildings.
"Absorbs the low-frequency vibration that travels through building frames — not just surface noise."
🏠
Home & Garage Gyms — Family-Friendly Training
For home gym owners who train early morning or late at night while the family sleeps. The 50mm Armadillo significantly reduces the "boom" sound of dropped weights travelling through garage floors into adjoining bedrooms, or through concrete slabs to downstairs living areas. Essential for garage gyms sharing a wall with a bedroom and for apartment or townhouse gyms where neighbours below are a concern. Train any time without disturbing the household.
"Train at 5am without waking the house — 50mm absorbs the boom."
🔥
Strongman & Strength & Conditioning Facilities
Strongman equipment — Atlas stones, log press, axle bars, sandbags, heavy tire flips — creates irregular, high-energy impact that is far more destructive than standard barbell training. The mass and unpredictability of Strongman drops means standard flooring bottoms out and fails under sustained use. The 50mm Armadillo provides the crush depth and lateral stability needed to handle irregular stone and log drops without the tile shifting, splitting or transmitting destructive force to the sub-floor.
"The only flooring that handles Atlas stone drops without bottoming out."
⚡ Pro Strategy: The Drop Zone Method — Don't Buy 50mm for Your Whole Gym
The 50mm Armadillo is significantly heavier and more expensive than 15mm flooring. You do not need it for your entire gym. The proven approach used by professional training facilities is to use different thicknesses for different training zones — maximising performance where it matters and keeping costs controlled everywhere else.
90% of Your Gym Floor
Use 15mm EPDM or SBR rubber tiles for general training areas — functional training zones, cardio equipment, stretching areas, dumbbell sections and walkways. Cost-effective, commercial-grade and more than sufficient for non-impact use.
The Drop Zone (2m × 3m minimum)
Use 50mm Armadillo tiles specifically for your dedicated barbell drop zone, Olympic lifting platform or powerlifting station. A 2m × 3m zone requires only 12 tiles — targeted protection exactly where the impact energy is generated.
Key Features
Armoured Armadillo 50mm — Full Feature Set
🔈
Structural Vibration Dampening — Not Just Surface AbsorptionAt 50mm, the tile acts as a structural acoustic isolator that absorbs low-frequency vibration waves before they enter the building frame — unlike 15mm–20mm tiles that only reduce surface impact. Essential for second-floor gyms, apartment buildings and commercial multi-tenancy fit-outs
🏗
Sub-Floor Protection — Prevents Concrete CrackingRepeated heavy barbell drops on unprotected or thin-floored concrete cause hairline cracking and progressive structural damage. The 50mm Armadillo absorbs and distributes the impact energy across the tile's full depth — eliminating the point-loading that cracks concrete sub-floors over time
🔥
850 kg/m³ Extreme Density — No Bottoming OutAt 850 kg/m³, this is one of the densest rubber gym tiles available in Australia. High density prevents the "bottoming out" where a lighter tile compresses fully under impact and provides no remaining shock absorption — critical under 200–300kg barbell drops
🌟
65 Shore A Hardness — Impact Resistance Without Rigidity65 Shore A provides the correct balance between firmness (stable underfoot for lifting) and compliance (sufficient give to absorb impact energy). Too hard and the tile transmits force rather than absorbing it. Too soft and it bottoms out. 65 Shore A is the professional specification for heavy drop zones
⚓
20kg Per Tile — Stays in Place Without AnchoringAt 20kg per tile and 40kg per square metre, the Armadillo tiles stay firmly in place under repeated heavy drops and dynamic movement without bolting, adhesive or edge restraints — particularly important for drop zones where the tiles experience repeated high-energy lateral force
☎️
High-Traction Non-Slip Surface — Wet or DryRated high-traction under wet, sweaty and high-grip training conditions — safe for bare feet, lifting shoes and standard gym trainers without slip risk even during high-intensity sessions
🌿
Eco-Friendly — 100% Recycled Tyre RubberMade from mechanically cut recycled tyre rubber granules bonded with a polyurethane binder — diverting waste rubber from landfill. The polyurethane binder produces no off-gassing chemical smell, making these tiles safe for enclosed indoor environments
🌀
Timber & Concrete Sub-Floor CompatibleCan be installed over concrete slabs, timber flooring, epoxy-coated surfaces and existing thinner rubber mats. Protects timber from impact cracks and structural movement under heavy drops. Clean with warm water and mild detergent — avoid chemical solvents and bleach
Each tile covers 0.5m² (1m × 0.5m) — 2 tiles = 1 square metre
Unlike standard 1m × 1m tiles, the Armadillo is 1m × 0.5m — so you need 2 tiles per square metre. Calculate your drop zone area in square metres, multiply by 2, and add 10% for cutting waste.
12 tiles2m × 3m drop zone (6m²)
16 tiles2m × 4m platform (8m²)
20 tiles3m × 3.5m lifting area (10m²)
Not sure how many tiles you need? Contact us on 1300 247 888 with your drop zone dimensions for a specific tile count and freight quote.
Delivery & Pickup
Australia-Wide Pallet Delivery
📍Sydney Pickup10/202 Milperra Road, Milperra NSW 2214. Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 9am–1pm. Bring a ute or trailer — these are heavy tiles
🏪Depot PickupMelbourne · Brisbane · Adelaide · Canberra — contact us to arrange depot collection in your state
🚚Pallet FreightAll Armadillo orders ship palletised via specialised heavy freight. Call 1300 247 888 for a specific freight quote to your postcode
Important before ordering: The Armadillo tiles are heavy freight items. A full pallet order will require a forklift or tailgate truck at delivery. Confirm your delivery address has forklift or pallet jack access, or arrange tailgate delivery when booking freight. Call 1300 247 888 to discuss delivery requirements for your specific location before ordering.
Complete Your Gym Floor
Pair With Standard Flooring for the Rest of Your Gym
The Armoured Armadillo 50mm is a structural vibration isolation tile — not just thick gym flooring. At 50mm, the tile acts as an acoustic isolator that absorbs low-frequency shock waves from heavy barbell drops before they enter the building's concrete and steel structural frame. You need 50mm flooring when: (1) you are dropping 100kg+ barbells repeatedly from overhead or hip height; (2) your gym is on a second floor or above a business or residence; (3) you are in an apartment building where vibration noise reaches neighbours below; (4) you are running a Strongman facility with Atlas stone or log drops. For standard lifting with moderate loads in a ground-floor gym, 15mm–20mm tiles are sufficient.
Not if you use it correctly. You don't need 50mm flooring for your entire gym — only for your dedicated drop zone. The proven "Drop Zone Method" is: use 15mm EPDM or SBR tiles for 90% of your gym floor, and use the 50mm Armadillo for your 2m × 3m barbell drop zone only. A 6m² drop zone requires just 12 Armadillo tiles. This approach maximises performance where it matters and keeps overall costs controlled. For home gyms where weights are not dropped (machines, dumbbells, cable work), 50mm is unnecessary.
Yes — this is one of the primary designed applications for the 50mm Armadillo. Standard 15mm–20mm gym flooring does not prevent low-frequency vibration from passing through concrete floor slabs into the building structure. The "boom" sound that neighbours below experience from dropped weights travels through the structural frame — not just the surface. The 50mm thickness provides sufficient acoustic mass and compliance to absorb this vibration before it enters the slab. If you are training in an apartment building, on a second floor, or above a business, 50mm is the minimum specification we recommend for dropped weight training.
No underlay is required for most installations — the 50mm Armadillo provides sufficient acoustic isolation on its own for the majority of applications. However, adding a dedicated acoustic underlay beneath the Armadillo tiles further increases soundproofing performance for extreme environments — such as gyms directly above noise-sensitive spaces like recording studios, residential bedrooms or medical facilities. Contact us on 1300 247 888 if you need advice on underlay for a specific installation.
Yes. The 50mm Armadillo is compatible with timber, hardwood, engineered timber and concrete sub-floors. The 50mm thickness and high density protect timber floors from the impact cracks and structural movement caused by heavy drops that would damage lighter flooring. The tile is installed loose-lay — at 20kg per tile, no adhesive is required and the floor can be lifted and relocated. For permanent commercial installations, glue-down is also compatible. Never use chemical solvents or bleach on the tile surface — clean with warm water and mild detergent only.
The Armadillo tile is 1m × 0.5m (0.5m² per tile) — unlike standard 1m × 1m flooring tiles. You need 2 tiles per square metre. To calculate your tile count: measure your drop zone length and width in metres, multiply them to get area in m², then multiply by 2. Add 10% for cutting waste. Common drop zone sizes: a 2m × 3m zone = 12 tiles. A 2m × 4m platform = 16 tiles. A 3m × 3.5m area = 20 tiles. Contact us on 1300 247 888 with your dimensions for a specific count and freight quote.
Shore A hardness measures the resistance of rubber to indentation — essentially how firm or soft the material is under load. 65 Shore A is the professional specification for heavy drop zone flooring because it provides the correct balance: firm enough to be stable underfoot for heavy lifts (a spongy surface destabilises the lifter), yet compliant enough to absorb and distribute impact energy from heavy barbell drops rather than transmitting it as vibration. Lower Shore A = too soft (bottoms out under heavy loads). Higher Shore A = too firm (transmits force rather than absorbing it). The Armadillo's 65 Shore A is specifically calibrated for 100kg–300kg drop applications.
Yes. We deliver to all Australian states and territories — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and all regional areas. Due to the weight of the Armadillo tiles (20kg per tile, 40kg per m²), all orders ship palletised via specialised heavy freight carriers. Free pickup is available from our Milperra NSW warehouse (bring a ute or trailer — these tiles are heavy). Before ordering, please confirm your delivery address has forklift or pallet jack access, or advise us that tailgate truck delivery is required. Call 1300 247 888 for a freight quote specific to your postcode.
Protect Your Sub-Floor. Silence the Drop. Train Harder.
Order the Armoured Armadillo 50mm online for fast pallet delivery Australia-wide, or call us for a drop zone tile count and freight quote specific to your gym layout.
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In Stock — Sydney Warehouse🏗 50mm High-Impact Acoustic Gym Flooring🔈 Vibration Dampening & Sub-Floor Protection🚚 Fast Australia-Wide Freight on Pallets
Armoured Armadillo 50mm High-Impact Acoustic Gym Flooring Tiles are the thickest, heaviest-duty rubber gym flooring available in Australia — engineered specifically for Olympic weightlifting drop zones, powerlifting platforms, second-floor commercial gyms and apartment buildings where standard 15mm–20mm tiles cannot provide sufficient vibration dampening or sub-floor protection. At 50mm thick (3× thicker than standard commercial gym flooring), these tiles function as a structural sound and vibration barrier — absorbing the low-frequency shock waves from 100kg–300kg barbell drops that travel through building frames and cause noise complaints, sub-floor cracking and structural damage. 850 kg/m³ density. 65 Shore A hardness. 20kg per tile. 0.5m² coverage. 100% recycled SBR with polyurethane binder. Trusted by Olympic lifting platforms, strength & conditioning facilities and serious home gym owners across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Canberra.
50mm — 3× Thicker Than Standard850 kg/m³ Extreme DensityStructural Vibration BarrierOlympic Drop Zone Rated100% Recycled SBR + PU BinderAustralia-Wide Pallet Delivery
50mmTile Thickness
850kg/m³Extreme Density
20kgPer Tile Weight
65ShAShore A Hardness
Why Thickness Matters
50mm vs Standard Gym Flooring — The Difference Explained
15mm Standard
General gym flooring. Good for most home gyms, PT studios and cardio zones. Not sufficient for repeated heavy barbell drops or second-floor acoustic control.
General Use
20mm Commercial
Commercial walkways and functional training. Adequate for most commercial gym zones, but still insufficient for Olympic drop zones or building acoustic isolation.
Commercial Use
50mm Armadillo 🔥
Structural vibration barrier. The only thickness recommended for heavy barbell drops, second-floor gyms, apartment buildings and Strongman training zones.
Extreme Use
ℹ️ The 50mm difference: Standard 15mm–20mm gym tiles absorb surface impact. The 50mm Armadillo acts as a structural vibration isolator — it prevents low-frequency shock waves from transmitting through your building's concrete and steel frame entirely. This is the physics difference between a mat and an acoustic barrier. If you have ever heard a "boom" thud through the ceiling or walls after a heavy barbell drop, thinner mats are not solving this problem. 50mm does.
4 Environments Where 50mm Is the Only Right Choice
Where the Armoured Armadillo 50mm Performs
🏋
Olympic Weightlifting & Powerlifting Drop Zones
The primary application for 50mm rubber flooring. Designed for areas where 100kg–300kg barbells are dropped from overhead (Snatch, Clean & Jerk) or hip height (Deadlifts). At 50mm, the tile provides the crush depth needed to absorb repeated high-impact energy without bottoming out — unlike 15mm tiles that transmit most of the force directly to the sub-floor. Prevents the "bounce-back" effect where thin mats cause the barbell to rebound dangerously.
"The only flooring rated for 200–300kg Olympic bar drops repeated daily."
🏢
Second-Floor Gyms & Commercial Building Fit-Outs
If your gym is located on the second floor or above — or if there is a business (cafe, office, retail) directly underneath — standard 20mm flooring will not stop the low-frequency vibration thud. The 50mm thickness acts as an acoustic isolator, absorbing the vibration energy that would otherwise travel through the building's steel and concrete structural frame and generate noise complaints. Essential for commercial gym fit-outs in retail strips, shopping centres and multi-tenancy office buildings.
"Absorbs the low-frequency vibration that travels through building frames — not just surface noise."
🏠
Home & Garage Gyms — Family-Friendly Training
For home gym owners who train early morning or late at night while the family sleeps. The 50mm Armadillo significantly reduces the "boom" sound of dropped weights travelling through garage floors into adjoining bedrooms, or through concrete slabs to downstairs living areas. Essential for garage gyms sharing a wall with a bedroom and for apartment or townhouse gyms where neighbours below are a concern. Train any time without disturbing the household.
"Train at 5am without waking the house — 50mm absorbs the boom."
🔥
Strongman & Strength & Conditioning Facilities
Strongman equipment — Atlas stones, log press, axle bars, sandbags, heavy tire flips — creates irregular, high-energy impact that is far more destructive than standard barbell training. The mass and unpredictability of Strongman drops means standard flooring bottoms out and fails under sustained use. The 50mm Armadillo provides the crush depth and lateral stability needed to handle irregular stone and log drops without the tile shifting, splitting or transmitting destructive force to the sub-floor.
"The only flooring that handles Atlas stone drops without bottoming out."
⚡ Pro Strategy: The Drop Zone Method — Don't Buy 50mm for Your Whole Gym
The 50mm Armadillo is significantly heavier and more expensive than 15mm flooring. You do not need it for your entire gym. The proven approach used by professional training facilities is to use different thicknesses for different training zones — maximising performance where it matters and keeping costs controlled everywhere else.
90% of Your Gym Floor
Use 15mm EPDM or SBR rubber tiles for general training areas — functional training zones, cardio equipment, stretching areas, dumbbell sections and walkways. Cost-effective, commercial-grade and more than sufficient for non-impact use.
The Drop Zone (2m × 3m minimum)
Use 50mm Armadillo tiles specifically for your dedicated barbell drop zone, Olympic lifting platform or powerlifting station. A 2m × 3m zone requires only 12 tiles — targeted protection exactly where the impact energy is generated.
Key Features
Armoured Armadillo 50mm — Full Feature Set
🔈
Structural Vibration Dampening — Not Just Surface AbsorptionAt 50mm, the tile acts as a structural acoustic isolator that absorbs low-frequency vibration waves before they enter the building frame — unlike 15mm–20mm tiles that only reduce surface impact. Essential for second-floor gyms, apartment buildings and commercial multi-tenancy fit-outs
🏗
Sub-Floor Protection — Prevents Concrete CrackingRepeated heavy barbell drops on unprotected or thin-floored concrete cause hairline cracking and progressive structural damage. The 50mm Armadillo absorbs and distributes the impact energy across the tile's full depth — eliminating the point-loading that cracks concrete sub-floors over time
🔥
850 kg/m³ Extreme Density — No Bottoming OutAt 850 kg/m³, this is one of the densest rubber gym tiles available in Australia. High density prevents the "bottoming out" where a lighter tile compresses fully under impact and provides no remaining shock absorption — critical under 200–300kg barbell drops
🌟
65 Shore A Hardness — Impact Resistance Without Rigidity65 Shore A provides the correct balance between firmness (stable underfoot for lifting) and compliance (sufficient give to absorb impact energy). Too hard and the tile transmits force rather than absorbing it. Too soft and it bottoms out. 65 Shore A is the professional specification for heavy drop zones
⚓
20kg Per Tile — Stays in Place Without AnchoringAt 20kg per tile and 40kg per square metre, the Armadillo tiles stay firmly in place under repeated heavy drops and dynamic movement without bolting, adhesive or edge restraints — particularly important for drop zones where the tiles experience repeated high-energy lateral force
☎️
High-Traction Non-Slip Surface — Wet or DryRated high-traction under wet, sweaty and high-grip training conditions — safe for bare feet, lifting shoes and standard gym trainers without slip risk even during high-intensity sessions
🌿
Eco-Friendly — 100% Recycled Tyre RubberMade from mechanically cut recycled tyre rubber granules bonded with a polyurethane binder — diverting waste rubber from landfill. The polyurethane binder produces no off-gassing chemical smell, making these tiles safe for enclosed indoor environments
🌀
Timber & Concrete Sub-Floor CompatibleCan be installed over concrete slabs, timber flooring, epoxy-coated surfaces and existing thinner rubber mats. Protects timber from impact cracks and structural movement under heavy drops. Clean with warm water and mild detergent — avoid chemical solvents and bleach
Each tile covers 0.5m² (1m × 0.5m) — 2 tiles = 1 square metre
Unlike standard 1m × 1m tiles, the Armadillo is 1m × 0.5m — so you need 2 tiles per square metre. Calculate your drop zone area in square metres, multiply by 2, and add 10% for cutting waste.
12 tiles2m × 3m drop zone (6m²)
16 tiles2m × 4m platform (8m²)
20 tiles3m × 3.5m lifting area (10m²)
Not sure how many tiles you need? Contact us on 1300 247 888 with your drop zone dimensions for a specific tile count and freight quote.
Delivery & Pickup
Australia-Wide Pallet Delivery
📍Sydney Pickup10/202 Milperra Road, Milperra NSW 2214. Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 9am–1pm. Bring a ute or trailer — these are heavy tiles
🏪Depot PickupMelbourne · Brisbane · Adelaide · Canberra — contact us to arrange depot collection in your state
🚚Pallet FreightAll Armadillo orders ship palletised via specialised heavy freight. Call 1300 247 888 for a specific freight quote to your postcode
Important before ordering: The Armadillo tiles are heavy freight items. A full pallet order will require a forklift or tailgate truck at delivery. Confirm your delivery address has forklift or pallet jack access, or arrange tailgate delivery when booking freight. Call 1300 247 888 to discuss delivery requirements for your specific location before ordering.
Complete Your Gym Floor
Pair With Standard Flooring for the Rest of Your Gym
The Armoured Armadillo 50mm is a structural vibration isolation tile — not just thick gym flooring. At 50mm, the tile acts as an acoustic isolator that absorbs low-frequency shock waves from heavy barbell drops before they enter the building's concrete and steel structural frame. You need 50mm flooring when: (1) you are dropping 100kg+ barbells repeatedly from overhead or hip height; (2) your gym is on a second floor or above a business or residence; (3) you are in an apartment building where vibration noise reaches neighbours below; (4) you are running a Strongman facility with Atlas stone or log drops. For standard lifting with moderate loads in a ground-floor gym, 15mm–20mm tiles are sufficient.
Not if you use it correctly. You don't need 50mm flooring for your entire gym — only for your dedicated drop zone. The proven "Drop Zone Method" is: use 15mm EPDM or SBR tiles for 90% of your gym floor, and use the 50mm Armadillo for your 2m × 3m barbell drop zone only. A 6m² drop zone requires just 12 Armadillo tiles. This approach maximises performance where it matters and keeps overall costs controlled. For home gyms where weights are not dropped (machines, dumbbells, cable work), 50mm is unnecessary.
Yes — this is one of the primary designed applications for the 50mm Armadillo. Standard 15mm–20mm gym flooring does not prevent low-frequency vibration from passing through concrete floor slabs into the building structure. The "boom" sound that neighbours below experience from dropped weights travels through the structural frame — not just the surface. The 50mm thickness provides sufficient acoustic mass and compliance to absorb this vibration before it enters the slab. If you are training in an apartment building, on a second floor, or above a business, 50mm is the minimum specification we recommend for dropped weight training.
No underlay is required for most installations — the 50mm Armadillo provides sufficient acoustic isolation on its own for the majority of applications. However, adding a dedicated acoustic underlay beneath the Armadillo tiles further increases soundproofing performance for extreme environments — such as gyms directly above noise-sensitive spaces like recording studios, residential bedrooms or medical facilities. Contact us on 1300 247 888 if you need advice on underlay for a specific installation.
Yes. The 50mm Armadillo is compatible with timber, hardwood, engineered timber and concrete sub-floors. The 50mm thickness and high density protect timber floors from the impact cracks and structural movement caused by heavy drops that would damage lighter flooring. The tile is installed loose-lay — at 20kg per tile, no adhesive is required and the floor can be lifted and relocated. For permanent commercial installations, glue-down is also compatible. Never use chemical solvents or bleach on the tile surface — clean with warm water and mild detergent only.
The Armadillo tile is 1m × 0.5m (0.5m² per tile) — unlike standard 1m × 1m flooring tiles. You need 2 tiles per square metre. To calculate your tile count: measure your drop zone length and width in metres, multiply them to get area in m², then multiply by 2. Add 10% for cutting waste. Common drop zone sizes: a 2m × 3m zone = 12 tiles. A 2m × 4m platform = 16 tiles. A 3m × 3.5m area = 20 tiles. Contact us on 1300 247 888 with your dimensions for a specific count and freight quote.
Shore A hardness measures the resistance of rubber to indentation — essentially how firm or soft the material is under load. 65 Shore A is the professional specification for heavy drop zone flooring because it provides the correct balance: firm enough to be stable underfoot for heavy lifts (a spongy surface destabilises the lifter), yet compliant enough to absorb and distribute impact energy from heavy barbell drops rather than transmitting it as vibration. Lower Shore A = too soft (bottoms out under heavy loads). Higher Shore A = too firm (transmits force rather than absorbing it). The Armadillo's 65 Shore A is specifically calibrated for 100kg–300kg drop applications.
Yes. We deliver to all Australian states and territories — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and all regional areas. Due to the weight of the Armadillo tiles (20kg per tile, 40kg per m²), all orders ship palletised via specialised heavy freight carriers. Free pickup is available from our Milperra NSW warehouse (bring a ute or trailer — these tiles are heavy). Before ordering, please confirm your delivery address has forklift or pallet jack access, or advise us that tailgate truck delivery is required. Call 1300 247 888 for a freight quote specific to your postcode.
Protect Your Sub-Floor. Silence the Drop. Train Harder.
Order the Armoured Armadillo 50mm online for fast pallet delivery Australia-wide, or call us for a drop zone tile count and freight quote specific to your gym layout.
Better Price. Better Service. 24-Hour Dispatch. > While other sellers keep you waiting with "pre-orders" and slow freight, we dispatch from our Sydney warehouse within 24 hours. Whether you are in Melbourne, Brisbane, or Adelaide, we ensure your gear is on the road immediately. In Sydney? Our expert team provides affordable assembly so your gym is ready to use the day it arrives. Get commercial-grade quality from an Australian-owned team that moves as fast as you do.
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Treadmills, rowers, bikes — built for home & commercial gyms.
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Olympic bars, plates, dumbbells & kettlebells.
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Racks, gym mats, flooring tiles — keep your space organised.
FAQs
Yes, 24/7 Gym Equipment delivers Australia-wide to all states and territories, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Darwin, and Canberra. We use trusted freight partners to ensure your equipment arrives safely. Sydney metro customers also have the option of professional in-home installation or direct warehouse pick-up.
We accept all major credit and debit cards, PayPal, Zip Pay, and PayPal Pay in 4. Buy-now-pay-later options like Zip and PayPal Pay in 4 make it easy to invest in quality gym equipment for your home gym or commercial facility without paying the full amount upfront.
Delivery costs for gym equipment in Australia depend on the size and weight of the product and your location. Lightweight items and smaller orders are generally more affordable to ship, while large commercial gym machines may require a custom freight quote. You can calculate your exact shipping cost at checkout, or contact our team directly for a tailored delivery quote.
All gym equipment sold by 24/7 Gym Equipment includes a manufacturer's warranty. Warranty periods and coverage vary depending on the product — from strength machines and functional trainers to cardio equipment and weights. Full warranty details are listed on each individual product page so you know exactly what is covered before you buy.
Yes, professional gym equipment assembly is available for customers in the Sydney metro area at an affordable rate. For customers in Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and other locations across Australia, all equipment is shipped flat-packed with detailed, step-by-step assembly instructions included.
We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee. Simply return the product in original condition (return freight costs apply).
We offer depot pick-up at locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. This is a great option if you want to avoid freight costs or need your equipment quickly. Simply select "Depot Pick-Up" at checkout and choose your nearest city.
Yes, most gym equipment sold by 24/7 Gym Equipment is commercial-grade, built to meet the demands of commercial gyms, fitness studios, PT studios, and high-use training environments. We also offer a range of compact, high-quality home gym equipment suitable for residential customers, apartment gyms, and garage setups across Australia.
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Commercial Gym Flooring - Black (1mx1mx15mm)
Rich
Thank god I found this and it's local. So sick of reading about bodgy workmanship or crap customer service...nd that's after paying a fortune for something you thought was quality. This bench is a beast. Looks like you could ride to battle in it yet it's easy to put together and move with the wheels. No it's not foldaway: it's an incline bench not a picnic table. I can lift with confidence knowing it's not going to wobble or buckle.
Sam easy going and helpful, I picked it up the next morning. They deliver too. Cheers.
Commercial Adjustable Weight Bench-OK9101D
Rich
Thank god I found this and it's local. So sick of reading about bodgy workmanship or crap customer service...nd that's after paying a fortune for something you thought was quality. This bench is a beast. Looks like you could ride to battle in it yet it's easy to put together and move with the wheels. No it's not foldaway: it's an incline bench not a picnic table. I can lift with confidence knowing it's not going to wobble or buckle.
Sam easy going and helpful, I picked it up the next morning. They deliver too. Cheers.
