Choose the Right Floor for Your Stable

Stables are likely the place where your horse spends much of his time. But stables are often the last place that good flooring is considered. This creates a very bad impact on the performance of your horse. Great stable flooring can create great performances. Maintenance is also another important factor to be considered.

Characteristics of the Ideal Floor

These are factors chosen based on the horse's well-being and the owner's interest.

• Easy on legs

• Dry

• Non-odor retentive

• Non-slippery to encourage the horse to lie down

• Durable; has a long life

• Low maintenance

• Easy to clean

• Affordable

Stable Flooring Problems

• Holes & uneven surfaces can cause strain on the horse’s legs and hence result in damage to tendons and ligaments.

• Wet surfaces can grow bacteria, which may cause damages to the respiratory system

• Urine can seep through the cracks to collect underneath and breed bacteria which, in turn, can cause damage to the lungs of a horse

• Hard flooring can cause damage to the skin, especially for thin-skinned horses.

Why choose PVC Floor Tiles?

Stable flooring can be made the best by using interlocking PVC floor tiles. The elaborated tile with leak-proof property enables your horse to stay highly comfortable. The floor tile is considerably softer and warmer compared to concrete or asphalt and lasts longer. It is also non-slip, which makes it better and safer for your horse to move around on the floor.

Find more details about interlocking PVC tiles at: Where does Rhino Floor tiles excel in industrial use?

Another advantage is its easiness of maintenance. The floor can be swept, cleaned, and disinfected. The PVC heavy duty tiles is not made of porous material, so it does not retain urine or start to smell bad over time. A clear advantage is the possibility of disassembling individual parts, thoroughly cleaning them, or rearranging them otherwise.

Final Thoughts

Horses will have to stand still on whatever is there on the stable floor for long periods, which can be hard on their legs. For this reason, from a perspective of leg health, flooring needs to be chosen carefully. Proper floor tiles can aid in stable cleaning and manure removal.

For more details, drop us a mail - sales@rhinofloor.ae