{"product_id":"black-recycled-rubber-patio-tile-1000-x-1000-x-25-mm","title":"Black Recycled Rubber Tile – 1000 x 1000 x 25 mm","description":"\u003cstyle scoped\u003e\n.rf-product.rf-lg,\n.rf-product.rf-lg p,\n.rf-product.rf-lg li,\n.rf-product.rf-lg td,\n.rf-product.rf-lg th {\n  font-size: 1.05em !important;\n  line-height: 1.65 !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg h2 {\n  font-size: 1.75em !important;\n  line-height: 1.3 !important;\n  margin: 1.2em 0 0.6em !important;\n  font-weight: 700 !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg h3 {\n  font-size: 1.35em !important;\n  line-height: 1.35 !important;\n  margin: 1.1em 0 0.5em !important;\n  font-weight: 700 !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg h4 {\n  font-size: 1.12em !important;\n  line-height: 1.4 !important;\n  margin: 1em 0 0.45em !important;\n  font-weight: 700 !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg p {\n  margin: 0 0 0.9em !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg ul {\n  margin: 0 0 0.9em 1.2em !important;\n  padding: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg ul li {\n  margin-bottom: 0.4em !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin: 0.9em 0 1.2em;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg th,\n.rf-product.rf-lg td {\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  padding: 8px 10px;\n  text-align: left;\n  vertical-align: top;\n}\n\n.rf-product.rf-lg thead th {\n  background: #f7f7f7;\n}\n\n.rf-product .complementary-note {\n  background: #f7f7f7;\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  padding: 1em;\n  margin: 1.2em 0;\n}\n\n.rf-product .tech-box {\n  background: #eef6fb;\n  border: 1px solid #c6d9e8;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  padding: 1em;\n  margin: 1.5em 0;\n  font-size: 0.95em;\n  line-height: 1.5em;\n}\n\n.rf-product .inline-note {\n  color: #8a8a8a;\n  font-style: italic;\n}\n\n.rf-product .mini-faq {\n  background: #f9f9f9;\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  padding: 1em;\n  margin-top: 2em;\n}\n\n.rf-product .mini-faq h3 {\n  margin-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product .mini-faq ul {\n  list-style: none;\n  padding-left: 0 !important;\n  margin: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product .mini-faq li {\n  margin-bottom: 0.7em !important;\n}\n\n.rf-product .mini-faq li b {\n  margin-right: 0.3em;\n}\n\n.rf-product .author-bio {\n  border-left: 4px solid #ccc;\n  padding-left: 0.8em;\n  margin-top: 1.5em;\n  margin-bottom: 0.5em;\n  font-style: normal;\n  font-size: 0.95em;\n  line-height: 1.4em;\n}\n\n.rf-product .author-bio b a {\n  text-decoration: none;\n}\n\n.rf-product .author-bio b {\n  font-weight: 700;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rf-product rf-lg\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThese heavy recycled-rubber mats are ideal as a support layer under a ballast frame. Instead of placing a metal or rigid frame directly on the surface below, the rubber mat creates a more forgiving contact layer that helps protect the substrate, reduce rubbing and scuffing from movement, and add useful damping under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eIn our use case, these mats are placed under a ballast frame to create a more stable and roof-friendly base. The large 1 meter by 1 meter format makes them practical for real installations where you want broad contact area, substantial thickness, and a material that holds up well outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"complementary-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cb\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/b\u003e While this base product is sold as a rubber patio tile, it also works very well as a support mat under ballast frames, weighted antenna bases, and other outdoor structures where surface protection and damping matter.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tech-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cb\u003eAt a glance:\u003c\/b\u003e Black recycled-rubber mat, 1000 x 1000 mm, 25 mm thick. A practical choice when you need a dense support layer under a ballast frame to help protect the surface below and improve installation stability.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Use a Rubber Mat Under a Ballast Frame\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA ballast frame concentrates weight and contact pressure into a limited footprint. Adding a thick rubber mat underneath gives that load a more forgiving interface. In practice, this helps reduce abrasion at the contact points, adds mechanical damping, and creates a cleaner buffer between the frame and the surface below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThat matters even more on rooftop and terrace installations, where you often want to limit hard contact, avoid unnecessary surface wear, and make the overall base behave in a more controlled way under weather and vibration. A thick recycled-rubber mat is a very practical solution for that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere This Works Well\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnder ballast frames for antenna installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnder weighted support frames on terraces or roofs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnder outdoor equipment bases where surface protection matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhere damping and a broader contact layer are beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eRubber support mat \/ patio tile\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eRecycled rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1000 x 1000 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eApprox. imperial size\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e39.4 x 39.4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eApprox. imperial thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1.0 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eArticle number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e31430200\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Format Makes Sense\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 25 mm thickness gives the mat enough body to act as more than just a thin separator. It provides real cushioning and load interface value. The large 1000 x 1000 mm format also means you can cover a meaningful footprint with fewer pieces, which keeps installation simple and neat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tech-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cb\u003ePractical takeaway:\u003c\/b\u003e If you need something under a ballast frame that helps protect the surface, adds damping, and gives the base a more substantial contact layer, this kind of recycled-rubber mat is a very sensible choice.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePlace the mat on a clean, level surface before positioning the ballast frame on top. Make sure the frame sits flat and that the load is distributed as intended across the mat area. For larger or heavier assemblies, multiple mats can be used to build up the required support footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"inline-note\"\u003eAs with any ballast-frame installation, the final behavior depends on the total weight, surface type, frame geometry, and exposure to wind or vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimple, Tough, and Useful in Real Installations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSometimes the most useful installation parts are not the flashy ones. A heavy rubber mat under a ballast frame is one of those details that makes practical sense: it protects, damps, and helps create a more installation-friendly base without adding unnecessary complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mini-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eMini-FAQ\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is this product used for?\u003c\/b\u003e In this application, it is used under a ballast frame as a protective and damping support mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/b\u003e It is made from recycled rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/b\u003e Each mat measures 1000 x 1000 mm and is 25 mm thick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy use rubber under a ballast frame?\u003c\/b\u003e Rubber helps create a more forgiving contact layer, reduces rubbing and scuffing at contact points, and adds damping under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eInterested in more technical content? Subscribe to our updates for deep-dive RF articles and lab notes. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.rf.guru\/pages\/subscribe\"\u003eJoin the RF.Guru mailing list here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eQuestions or experiences to share? Feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.rf.guru\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact RF.Guru here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"author-bio\"\u003e\n    Written by \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/on6ure.be\"\u003eJoeri Van Dooren, ON6URE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e – RF engineer, antenna designer, and founder of RF.Guru, specializing in high-performance HF\/VHF antennas and RF components.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is this product used for?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"In this application, it is used under a ballast frame as a protective and damping support mat.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is it made from?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"It is made from recycled rubber.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What size is it?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Each mat measures 1000 x 1000 mm and is 25 mm thick.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Why use rubber under a ballast frame?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Rubber helps create a more forgiving contact layer, reduces rubbing and scuffing at contact points, and adds damping under load.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"RF Guru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53027584606550,"sku":"RUBBERMAT1M2","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/4402\/4764\/files\/RubberMat_47c11004-7cc1-43f8-a467-41fb939679af.webp?v=1775243061","url":"https:\/\/shop.rf.guru\/products\/black-recycled-rubber-patio-tile-1000-x-1000-x-25-mm","provider":"RF Guru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}