I have a few sets of dumb bells ranging from 30-45lbs that I need to protect from carpet over a concrete slab. Would a basic memory foam kitchen mat work? In a perfect world, it would leave no imprint on the mat nor the carpet but I can't have the carpet damaged or imprinted at all. Any help is greatly appreciated.
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06-23-2017, 08:07 PM #1Registered User
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Protect Carpet from Dumbbell - Memory Foam Kitchen Mat
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06-25-2017, 07:23 PM #2Registered User
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Anyone?Originally Posted by sagosto63
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06-25-2017, 07:25 PM #3Can't break what's broken
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Stop dropping dumbbells.
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06-25-2017, 07:26 PM #4Registered User
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That won't solve the problem. They will leave an impression even if they are laid down with the sweetest of touch.Originally Posted by Synthetickiller
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06-25-2017, 07:37 PM #5Can't break what's broken
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They aren't that heavy. Store them somewhere that won't damage the carpet. Moving them is no big deal.
Otherwise, just buy some cheap towels...Crews: Ivanko Barbell Crew #52, York Barbell Club #95, Equipment Crew #59
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SQ: 619x1 (suit bottoms, no belt) / 507x1 (raw, no belt)
BP: 392x1 (pause bench, raw)
DL: 500x1 (suit bottoms, no belt)
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06-25-2017, 08:01 PM #6In it for the gainz
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Dumbbells of that weight will not damage carpet. If they would, then your kitchen chairs would damage your carpet every time you sat down.Originally Posted by sagosto63
Carpet will compress if weight is placed on it. Good carpet will generally return to normal after vacuuming or brushing. Your dumbbells will leave no more of an impression than the rest of your furniture, particularly if your heaviest DB is 45 lbs.
Dropping dumbbells could tear the carpet. Almost any type of mat would protect the carpet from such tears.
You do not want to use too soft of a pad, though. When lifting, it is best to have a solid foundation for your feet and for your bench. Memory foam is too resilient and will most likely not provide adequate foot support. That is one reason the cheap puzzle mats are no good. To completely protect the carpet, put down plywood.O─O York Barbell Crew #53 O─O
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06-27-2017, 01:41 PM #7Registered User
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Even with matching pairs in 5 lb increments, the entire set would only be 300 pounds- less than the weight of 2 people. If you can walk on the carpet without destroying it, then you are worried about nothing. Just spread out the weight by putting some plywood under the dumbbells. If the plywood's area is bigger than 2 people's feet, than the dumbbells are less damaging than people standing on the carpet. If the plywood's area is significantly less, then the dumbbells' impact is significantly lower. If you're still not sure, you can put an upside-down carpet scrap under the plywood.
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