Why do some stall mats curl?
Not all stall mats are made the same. Here are the types of stall mats you will find on the market: 1. Pressed Rubber Mats – These are least expensive mats. These are made with rubber granules (usually recycled rubber) that are mixed with glue and pressed together. These mats will breakdown because the glue, which is inferior to rubber, will cause the mat to become brittle, slippery and curl. If you look at these mats it is easy to see the individual rubber granules. Warranty: 5 years max. 2. Revulcanized Rubber Mats – The more expensive and best quality of all mats. Revulcanized mats are made with the same rubber granules, but they are mixed with a binder and placed into a mold. The mold then adds high pressure and temperatures to mold the rubber into one solid sheet of rubber. This process allows for a durable product that will give years of use. Warranty: 10-year FULL replacement or better depending on manufacturer. 3. ‘Virgin’ or ‘Pure’ Rubber Mats – These mats are imported from Ma
