There are many reasons why mats are important for a treadmill:

• They look after the carpet and flooring from the weight of the equipment with constant usage.
• They prevent the oil, grime and dirt that gathers under the motor unit from depositing onto the carpet or floor.
• They help increase the life of the treadmill by curbing vibrations and decreasing the carpet fibers that enter the electrics of the treadmill.

Treadmill mats are priced depending on three factors: the size, thickness and material. The larger and thicker the mat is, the higher the price of the mat.

Typically a treadmill mat will measure about 6.5 feet x 3 feet and will accommodate many varieties of treadmills. Larger and more expensive treadmills that are 7 feet in size will require longer treadmill mats.

It is always better to check the measurement of the cheap treadmill you intend to buy so you can purchase the appropriate treadmill mat. If you have bought your treadmill for over $2000, you might need a larger treadmill mat than the usual sizes available.

The average thickness of treadmill mats is 1/4 inch. If your treadmill is not used everyday then a thin treadmill mat will suffice but if the treadmill is in constant use a thicker mat is necessary. You may need a treadmill mat of about 3/8 inch which is not that costly.

How much do treadmill mats usually cost? An average 6.5′ x 3′ mat with ¼ inch thickness will be priced anywhere between $35 and $50. Although the same mat with 3/8 of an inch thickness will be priced an extra $10 approximately.

There are many online stores for buying cheap treadmill mats. There are heavy discounts on mats on these websites in comparison to specialty fitness stores as they are dedicated only to selling mats.