Finding the right space for your treadmill is important. If most of the rooms in your home have carpet, you might wonder if it is safe to place your treadmill on top of carpet. There are a few obstacles to overcome before you put your treadmill on a carpeted floor, but fortunately, you can place a treadmill on carpet. Learn from a treadmill expert how to keep your carpet and treadmill safe below.
Can Treadmills Be Used On Carpets?
Yes, treadmills can be used on carpets. Taking a few precautions will help your machine run smoothly. It’s preferable to put your machine on flooring that is not carpeted, but it’s okay if you don’t have another choice.
Tips for Putting a Treadmill on Carpet
- Buy a Treadmill Mat. To protect your carpet and the treadmill, place a mat under the entire treadmill. If your treadmill deck rolls on its wheels to incline, ensure the mat is heavy-duty so it will not shift or bunch up under the treadmill. Some of the best treadmill mats are stall mats for barn animals. These mats are strong and sturdy.
- Some Carpets Are Better Than Others. A treadmill with a low pile may be okay even if you don’t use a treadmill mat. Plush carpets with high piles make it more difficult to move your treadmill around, have more debris, and could make the treadmill less stable.
- Vacuum the Area Regularly. To keep your treadmill running smoothly, make sure to vacuum under the treadmill if possible. You can also open the treadmill motor hood and vacuum inside of it. These steps will help prevent the treadmill from overheating and the motor from burning out.
- Consider the Incline Mechanism: If you plan to put a treadmill on carpet, especially high pile carpet, consider a treadmill deck that does not roll or drag the deck to incline. Carpet could cause the treadmill to move in an unwanted direction or get caught.
Types of Carpet
The type of carpet you have may impact how effectively you can use your treadmill on top of it. Some types of carpet may be okay to use without a treadmill mat while others need a mat to help with the stability and movement of the treadmill.
Low Pile Carpet
Treadmills will do much better on low pile carpet than high pile carpet. These carpets are tightly woven. They aren’t plush and have shorter fibers. You can’t run your fingers through low-pile carpets. They are pretty flat and don’t show footprints easily or at all. These carpets are easier to keep clean and will in turn help your treadmill stay clean.
We still recommend using a treadmill mat with your low pile carpet to protect it from the weight of your treadmill and dirt tracked by walking and running shoes.
High Pile Carpet
High-pile carpets have long loops or fibers. They feel really plush to the touch. You can see footprints more easily in these carpets. High-pile carpets may shed and trap debris. This debris could work its way into your treadmill. Your treadmill will be difficult to move across thick carpet, and the incline mechanism may not work as well. High-pile carpet is more likely to be damaged or damage your treadmill. Use a stiff treadmill mat on your high-pile carpet to keep the treadmill from damaging your carpet or sinking into it. A very thin, flexible, and compressible treadmill mat may not be enough.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you put something under a treadmill on the carpet?
Yes, you should place a treadmill mat under your treadmill to protect your carpet.
How do I keep my treadmill from ruining my carpet?
Placing a treadmill mat under your treadmill will protect your carpet and your treadmill. A heavy-duty mat, like a stall mat, might be even better than one specifically designed for a treadmill.
Do walking pad treadmills work on carpets?
Yes! Walking pads work on treadmills. To keep your walking pad running smoothly, consider placing a mat under it or keep the carpet where you use it clean. Vacuum regularly to prevent debris from being sucked into your machine.
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