Things You'll Need
- Crushed rock (fines)
- Shovel
- Rake
- Tamper
- Level
- Interlocking mats
Instructions
Decide what surface will be under the mat. The mats can be placed on well-compacted surfaces such as wood, concrete and asphalt, but another great option consists of crushed stones that are no more than 1/8 inch in size. These crushed rocks are known as fines. The big advantages with them is they drain well and are easy to tamp down and compact.
Remove the old flooring, if you decide to replace it with the crushed stones. Break up any concrete, asphalt or wood.
Dig down 4 to 5 inches into the ground beneath the stall.
Dump your fines on the ground. Spread them around with a rake. Tamp down the crushed rock so that it is compact. Use a level to make sure your surface is even.
Place interlocking mats at one end of the stall, leaving 1/2 an inch between the mats and the wall.
Lay your interlocking mats on the floor by fitting them together like a giant jigsaw puzzle. Continue fitting them together until the mats cover the entire floor.