subject: How To Shop For Grappling Mats [print this page] A vital piece of safety equipment when participating in the various grappling sports is the mat itself. A grappling mat is specifically designed to cushion the body from the extreme impacts that can occur when participating in these sports. They must also provide a slip-free surface, be extremely durable and have a surface which can be easily disinfected to prevent the spread of disease and infection. So, how to shop for these mats?
A good first stop for your grappling mat hopping search is Getrung.com. They offer 1 inch thick interlocking EVA foam tiles, which are stocked in 3 colors; black read and blue. Additional colors can be ordered in sets of 10 or more. The EVA foam used is lead and latex free and has a hardness rating of 40-45. These can be assembled to create a mat to cover any area. The tiles are sold in 100 Sq foot bundles; each bundle can therefore cover a good 10 foot by 10 foot home practice area. Included in the bundles are 4 corner and 8 side pieces to give the grappling mat assembled a finished edge. Getrung sells their tiles based on quantities purchased and they include shipping and handling, so prices will vary, but a single package of tiles averages $225 dollars if shipped within the United States.
Championmats.com is another excellent choice for your grappling mat. You will find a variety of grappling mats offered; folding, rolled or interlocking. This site also is an excellent choice if your needs are higher end, such as for tournament or professional training use. For home use championmats.com offers a 1 inch thick mat made of high density foam. The mat features a vinyl surface which has been textured in a traditional rice straw pattern. Each mat is 39.38 inch X 78.75 inch, offers easy assembly and maintenance. They are sold in quantities of 1 -19 for $115 dollars each, not including shipping.
Amazon.com features grappling mats sold by several merchants and manufacturers. A wonderful feature of Amazon.com is the product reviews and ratings, so you can get a nice sense of what to expect from your purchase. One tile that is sold as a grappling mat for younger users is a inch EVA foam interlocking tile, double sided with a tatami finish. These are sold for $89 for 72 square feet. Another product offered is a 1 inch thick EVA foam interlocking tile. This is actually sold as blue color only and it is from getrung.com. You must pay additional shipping and handling but 100 square feet are price at $199.00.
