Our Foam
Our exclusive EnviroSafe Gym mat and padding collection is made of a specialized “green” foam product that is safe for your gymnasts, players and for the environment.
Our exclusive EnviroSafe Gym mat and padding collection is made of a specialized “green” foam product that is safe for your gymnasts, players and for the environment.
The EnviroSafe® Foam Competitive Advantage |
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 | Urethane/Poly Foams |
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| 100% Toxin-Free | YES | No |
| Zero VOC's or Off Gas | YES | No |
| Hypo allergenic | YES | No |
| Latex-Free | YES | No |
| Fire Retardant Calif 117 T.B. | YES | No |
| Mold and Mildew Proof | YES | No |
| 100% Recyclable | YES | No |
| No Leachable Chemicals | YES | No |
| 2" Med-Firm EnviroSafe Folding Mat | Number of Plastic Bottles Used |
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| 4' x 6' | 403 |
| 4' x 8' | 537 |
| 5' x 10' | 839 |
| 6' x 12' | 1208 |
This four-part recycling process demonstrates how EnviroSafe foam is made.
| Foam Type | Description |
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| 2” Soft IFD 100 | Soft foam for low impact use, providing low shock absorption. |
| 1 ½” Extra-Firm | 1.7 lb density offers firm, lightweight shock-absorption for top recoil. Used for high impact activities. |
| 2” Medium-Firm | 4.5 density semi-soft foam provides durability and safety for medium impact activities. |
| 2 ½” Extra-Firm/Soft Combo | Extra-firm foam laminated to Soft IFD 100 foam provides a firm landing surface with a soft cushion underneath to prevent bottoming out. |
| 2", 3”, 4”, 8” or 12” Classic Soft IFD 50 | Super soft foam provides added support and cushioning. Helps encourage practice. |
| 5” or 8” Extra-Firm/Soft Combo | 1 ½” Extra-Firm foam is laminated to Classic Soft IFD 50 foam to help gymnasts stick their landings while providing significant shock absorption. |
| Term | Definition |
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| Density | Lbs. per cubic foot. (Example: 1.7 lb. density foam means 1 cubic foot weights 1.7 lbs. |
| IFD | Indention Force Deflection, is a measurement of foam firmness and is independent of foam density. IFD is measured by indenting (compressing) a foam sample to 25% of its original height. The amount of force in lbs. required is its IFD measurement. The more force required, the firmer the foam. IFDs usually range from 10 IFD (super soft) to 100 IFD (very firm). |
| Phthalate-free | EnviroSafe products do not contain phthalates – chemical plasticizers that are often used to soften plastics. Phthalates are not environmentally friendly. |
| Sport/Application | Recommended Foam Type | Description |
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| Gymnastics - Beginner | 2” Soft IFD 100 | Provides soft cushioning for low impact activities. Ideal for teaching basic gym exercises with young children. Provides low shock absorption. |
| 2 ½” Extra-Firm/Soft Combo (cross-link type/Soft) | Provides more density and less “sinking” than Soft IFD 100. Extra-firm foam laminated to Soft IFD 100. Provides firm landing and prevents bottoming out. |
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| 4”, 8” or 12” Soft IFD 50 (Safety Landing Mats) | Provides added support and significant cushioning for falls and landings during practice. | |
| Gymnastics - Intermediate | 2” Medium-Firm (Bonded type) | 6.0 lb density semi-firm foam provides semi-firm cushioning for medium impact activities. |
| 2.5” Extra-Firm/Soft Combo (Cross-link type/Soft) | Extra-firm foam laminated to Soft IFD 100. Provides semi-soft cushioning, firm landing and stable shock absorption for medium impact activities. Prevents bottoming out. |
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| Gymnastics - Advanced | 1 3/8” Extra-Firm (Cross-link type) | 1.7 lb density offers firm, lightweight shock absorption for top recoil. Provides stable landing surface that won’t bottom out. 1.5' Extra-firm foam laminated to Soft IFD100 foam. Ideal for high-impact activities and tumbling. Provides significant shock-absorption for gymnasts sticking landings from vault, bars, and balance beam routines. |
| 5” or 8” Extra-Firm/Soft Combo (Cross-link type/Soft) (Competition Landing Mats) |
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| Gymnastics - Instructor Mats | 2.5” Extra-Firm-Soft Combo (Cross-link type/Soft) | Extra-firm foam laminated to Soft IFD 100. Ideal for beginners and for new skill development. Prevents bottoming out so gymnasts of all ages and skill sets can use the mat with confidence. |
| Martial Arts | 1 3/8” Extra-Firm (Cross-link type) | 1.7 lb density provides firm footing and “street conditions”, no sinking. |
| 2.5" Extra-Firm/Soft Combo (Cross-link type/Soft) | Extra-firm foam laminated to Soft IFD 100. Provides firm footing with additional cushion for fall absorption. | |
| Cheerleading | 1 3/8" Extra-Firm (Cross-link type) | 1.7 lb density provides stable landing surface and firm footing for high-impact activities. Won’t bottom out. |
| 2” Medium-Firm (Bonded type) | 4.5 lb density semi-soft foam provides a little more soft cushioning than Extra-Firm, for medium impact activities. | |
| 4", 8" or 12" Soft IFD 50 (Safety Landing Mats) | Provides significant cushioning for landings at the end of tumble tracks. |
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| Home Exercise Mat | 2” Soft IFD 100 | Provides soft cushioning, comfort and moderate support for low impact, home exercise activities. |
| Gymnasium Wall Padding | 2” Medium-Firm (Bonded type) 2” Soft IFD 100 | 4.5 lb density foam meets ASTM F2440 for impact resistance. More cushion than Medium-Firm, less impact resistance and shock absorption. |
| 2” Medium-Firm (Bonded type) FR 2" Classic Soft IFD 50 | Meets ASTM E-84-08a for flame retardant. Provides extra softness and cushioning for protection against injuries. |
Our Fabric CoveringsNissen EnviroSafe mat and wall padding fabrics are tough!
Our 18 oz./sq. yd. fabrics are coated in one homogeneous layer of PVC and polyester. Other vendors use 14 oz. laminated fabrics, which tend to peel after extended use.
Features
PVC-coated fabrics are super tear-resistant, antibacterial, phthalate-free and have high UV and flame resistance.Colors
Green
Royal Blue
Red
Navy Blue
Gray
Maroon
Sky Blue
Purple
Yellow
White
Tan
Black
Kelly Green
Orange