High-Density Foldable Treadmill Walking Pad Mat 173cm x 61cm x 6mm | Extra Thick 6mm Non-Slip Carpet Floor Protector Mat comes with Carry Bag | Waterproof Exercise Equipment Mat for Home

What size is this mat and will it fit under my treadmill or exercise bike?

The mat measures 173cm long, 61cm wide and 6mm thick. That's a good fit for most compact treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals and rowing machines. But not every machine is the same size. One buyer found it too narrow for a Westside Scout Reverse Hyper machine. Another said it fit their Adidas t24c treadmill perfectly. Measure your equipment's footprint before you buy. The length and width matter more than you'd think. If the mat comes out slightly too big, you can trim it down with household scissors.

Can I cut the mat to fit a smaller or oddly-shaped machine?

Yes. The surface is divided into square sections, which makes trimming simple and clean with regular household scissors. There's no fraying once you've cut it. One customer trimmed a pair of squares off to fit an exercise bike exactly. Another cut the whole mat into smaller pieces to place under the individual feet of a treadmill and rowing machine, which reduced noise transfer noticeably. You could also cut it lengthways down the middle to make two narrower mats for wider equipment setups.

How thick is the mat and does it actually protect the floor?

It's 6mm thick, made from high-density Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). This thickness creates a shock-absorbing layer between your equipment and the floor. It cuts down on dents, scuffs and sweat marks on carpet, hardwood and tile. One reviewer noted the material feels more foamy than a firm rubber mat, but said it still absorbs vibration well and does the job. If you're picturing something as thick as the stock photos suggest, measure 6mm with a tape measure first, since photos can be misleading on scale.

Does the mat fold up and how big is it when stored?

Yes, it folds down from 173cm x 61cm to a compact 25cm x 30cm. It weighs just 1.8kg, so it's easy to handle. A matching drawstring carry bag is included, so once folded it slides straight in. This makes it simple to tuck away on a shelf, in a cupboard, or under furniture between workouts. Several buyers mentioned this as a big improvement over bulky roll-up mats that are awkward to store.

Is the mat waterproof and how do I clean it?

The PVC surface is waterproof, so sweat and spills won't soak in. A damp cloth is enough to wipe it clean after a workout. This matters if you're training hard indoors and don't want moisture reaching your carpet or hardwood underneath. Several reviewers mentioned this as useful for home gym setups where sweat is a regular issue during cycling or treadmill sessions.

Will it stay in place during a workout, or does it slide around?

The surface has a textured, non-slip finish designed to grip hard floors and low-pile carpet. Reviewers using it under exercise bikes, turbo trainers and treadmills reported it stayed firmly in place, even under heavier equipment like a Schwinn static bike with a weighted flywheel. One buyer said their treadmill no longer shifted during fast intervals once it was placed on the mat. This stability matters because equipment that shifts during use is both annoying and potentially unsafe.

Does it actually reduce noise and vibration from gym equipment?

Yes, this is one of the most mentioned benefits in customer feedback. The 6mm shock-absorbing layer dampens sound and vibration transfer to the floor below. This is useful if your gym equipment is above another room or near shared walls. One reviewer cutting the mat into sections under a rowing machine and treadmill's feet said it made "a noticeable difference to the sound and vibration transfer to the floor." Another used it under a cross trainer and found it dampened noise noticeably better than their old roll-out protector.

What's included in the box and is there a smell when you first open it?

You get one foldable PVC mat and a matching drawstring carry bag. The mat arrives folded into a compact cube to reduce packaging. As with many PVC products, there may be a slight material odour when first unpacked. This isn't unusual and typically fades after leaving the mat in a well-ventilated area for a short time. The manufacturer part number is TDMM-173-61-6, made by Safero. If you're looking for a straightforward exercise mat that also works as a general-purpose floor mat for kettlebells or free weights, this covers that too, not just treadmill or Walking Pad Mat use.