Skydive2 1 #1 December 18, 2011 We are in the process of fininshing our new hangar which will be used for packing during the day, aircraft stroage at night. It has a concrete floor. I'm looking for idea's for the packing surface. New carpet is really expensive, I've been to DZ's where people mentioned getting "used" carpet. Anyone know where I could look for that? Does anyone have any other solutions for a packing floor? THANKS! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #2 December 18, 2011 Modular rubber mats. A bit pricey but they last, can be cleaned,replaced as needed and expanded as needed or as you can afford. Feel free to insult me now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #3 December 18, 2011 I agree on the foam floor. You can get the pieces at most Home Improvement stores. They are sometimes sold as "Home gym flooring". I have seen them in both Grey and rainbow colors. If you are planing on parking the airplane on them every night just leave the tire spaces empty or else the plane will crush the foam after any time left on it.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peanut_gallery 0 #4 December 18, 2011 My DZ uses half a wrestling mat. Don't know where they got it but sure is nice on the knees Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #5 December 18, 2011 QuoteWe are in the process of fininshing our new hangar which will be used for packing during the day, aircraft stroage at night. It has a concrete floor. I'm looking for idea's for the packing surface. New carpet is really expensive, I've been to DZ's where people mentioned getting "used" carpet. Anyone know where I could look for that? Does anyone have any other solutions for a packing floor? THANKS! These are the least expensive foam mats you will find out there, I know because I've spent the time looking and currently have 2,400 sq feet of it on my floor. Don't try to save a few bucks by getting a thinner mat, you will regret it later. Get the 3/4" thick mats, they work and last the longest. IMO, carpet blows but it is better than nothing not to mention you will probably spend as much if not more on a chunk of remnant or used carpet as you will the mats unless you get it for free. http://www.wesellmats.com/fitness-floor-mats/martial-arts-floor-mats/tatami-martial-arts-eva-foam-tiles.html"It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrmrangers 0 #6 December 21, 2011 Also try harborfrieght.com , they sell the interlocking mats cheap! I use them under my tent when i camp and the floor is a lot more comfy with them under there.Wait , I pull what first? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pattybeeny 0 #7 December 22, 2011 http://www.yelp.com/biz/jim-flack-carpet-sales-inc-farmingdale they have cheap carpet remnants you can get -- many crazy designs from old casino extras - but very cheap Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #8 December 22, 2011 QuoteFeel free to insult me now. May your afterlife be filled with lawyers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deisel 37 #9 December 23, 2011 Be careful with the cheap mats! After spending a weekend visiting a DZ (to remain un-named since the DZO is a buddy) I found out the hard way that some colors rub off. I had red crap all over my suit, container, and canopy. I spent the rest of the day packing in the grass It came off in freefall I guess but I was not a happy camper at all! The brave may not live forever, but the timid never live at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skydive2 1 #10 December 26, 2011 thanks for the input guys! I had been checking the rubber "gym" flooring, I can't believe how expensive it is, even to do just a 35x40 section. For now...I might keep it old school with carpet and lots of cheap padding under... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,351 #11 December 26, 2011 Quotethanks for the input guys! I had been checking the rubber "gym" flooring, I can't believe how expensive it is, even to do just a 35x40 section. For now...I might keep it old school with carpet and lots of cheap padding under... You might call up some carpet installers. Usually they just trash the old carpet and padding. It will definitely be worn and stained, but what they are taking out and replacing with new may well be usable for you. I'd suggest commercial rather than residential. Usually bigger sections and usually less offensive stains."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
