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FoamOrder.com offers a full range of neoprene colors, thicknesses and types for a wide variety of uses as well as all the neoprene accessories you might need. This synthetic rubber is a durable material found in many everyday and specialty products. Our non-toxic neoprene sheeting can be used for gaming tables, poker tables, commercial applications, shoe soles, exercise equipment, rehabilitation braces and much more. Since neoprene is waterproof and has good insulation, it’s commonly used to make wetsuits and cable jackets or as a liner beneath roofing.
Neoprene, also called polychloroprene or CR rubber, is made by polymerizing chloroprene. Our sheets are closed-cell sponge neoprene, meaning the rubber is filled with tiny sealed air pockets. That structure is what keeps water out, traps body heat and gives neoprene its soft, springy feel. For a closer look at where this material shows up, see our guide to products made with neoprene.
Our neoprene feels like a wetsuit or a neoprene knee brace. It measures 4 to 8 on the Shore C durometer scale, which is about 15 to 25 on Shore A. That is much softer than the solid neoprene rubber sheets sold for industrial gaskets, which commonly run 40A to 80A. Plain neoprene has moderate tensile strength, so it stretches easily and can tear at cut edges or stress points. To prevent rips, order your sheet with nylon or polyester fabric on one or both sides of the rubber.
You can order neoprene sheets in the following configurations:
Nylon fabrics tend to fade in sunlight while polyester fabric doesn’t. Nylon is suitable for silk-screen printing. Since the designs will be on top of the fabric surface, any color of fabric will work well for this kind of printing. Nylon fabric has a stretch of longitude 95.56% and latitude 244.75%.
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Polyester-covered neoprene will generally hold up better in direct sunlight than nylon will. Print on polyester if you wish to use an “inkjet” or dye-sublimation printing process that sprays ink into the fabric. A polyester fabric surface will hold the image much better and more clearly than nylon. Since the color of the fabric will influence the color of the ink used, we recommend using a white polyester fabric to make sure the final colors are true to what you need.
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Perforated neoprene is ideal for medical braces and other body applications that call for breathable material. Only the rubber itself is perforated. The nylon or polyester fabric you choose is not perforated.
There is no fabric or texture in the neoprene rubber on the “plain” side—just raw rubber. White neoprene rubber may yellow over time even with fabric over it.
This neoprene has a surface texture much smoother than plain neoprene. It’s commonly used in clothing and wetsuits.
Textured neoprene has a rougher surface on the plain rubber side, allowing it to maintain better contact with the surface that it is placed upon.
This neoprene has a fuzzy loop fabric applied that is perfect for the hook side of Velcro® to bond with. U-loop should be used in hook-and-loop applications that are not separated frequently since U-loop will wear out. It increases airflow for close-to-skin applications when facing skin.
A higher quality version of the U-loop neoprene. It stands for UnBreakable Loop. UBL should be used when Velcro will be frequently applied and removed. It is textured on one side.
This is an adhesive backing applied to neoprene. Simply peel away the paper to expose the adhesive for application.
Neoprene holds up to water and weather better than natural rubber, but heavy, all-day sun exposure will eventually fade it and cause cracking. If your project will live outdoors, apply a UV protectant or use EVA closed-cell foam, which is naturally UV resistant.
The thicknesses we list measure the neoprene rubber only. Nylon, polyester, U‑Loop and UBL facings each add to the finished thickness. If your project has a tight fit, consider ordering one size thinner than you need when adding fabric to one or both sides. Full sheets can't be exchanged, so it's worth confirming your thickness before you order.
Thickness refers to the neoprene rubber only and does not include nylon, polyester, U‑Loop or UBL facings.
| Millimeters | Inches (decimal) | Nearest fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mm* | 0.020" | just over 1/64" |
| 1.5 mm | 0.059" | just under 1/16" |
| 2 mm | 0.079" | just over 5/64" |
| 3 mm | 0.118" | just under 1/8" |
| 4 mm | 0.157" | just over 5/32" |
| 5 mm | 0.197" | just under 13/64" |
| 6 mm | 0.236" | just under 1/4" |
*0.5 mm sheets are offered only through our Clearance section.
Fabric stores usually sell neoprene fabric by the yard. Our neoprene comes in full sheets measuring 51 × 83 inches, about 3.3 square yards, or roughly the same as 2.3 yards of 51-inch-wide fabric. Sheets trim easily with scissors or a utility knife.
Ordering for a team or business? Bulk discounts apply automatically at checkout: 25% off 8 to 23 sheets and 35% off 24 or more.
Neoprene is used in wetsuits, gloves, boots and other water sports gear, along with orthopedic braces, laptop sleeves, mouse pads, poker and gaming table surfaces, gaskets, seals and insulation. Closed-cell sponge neoprene suits anything that needs cushioning, stretch or water resistance.
Yes. Closed-cell neoprene does not absorb water because its cells are sealed. Fabric facings can get wet on the surface while the rubber core stays watertight. Water can still pass through seams, stitch holes and perforations, so perforated neoprene is breathable rather than waterproof.
Neoprene is a synthetic rubber, not a plastic. Its chemical name is polychloroprene, and it behaves like an elastomer, stretching and returning to its original shape.
Yes. The sealed air cells in sponge neoprene slow heat loss while blocking wind and water. Thicker sheets insulate more. We recommend black neoprene for any project where heat retention is a priority.
Neoprene resists abrasion, oil, ozone and many chemicals, and it handles weather better than natural rubber. All-day sun will still fade and eventually crack it, so keep it indoors or treat it with a UV protectant. Adding nylon or polyester to one or both sides greatly improves tear resistance.
Yes. Neoprene stretches and molds around shapes, and how much depends on thickness and facing. Thinner sheets stretch more, and our nylon facing stretches 95.56% in one direction and 244.75% in the other.
Yes. Most home machines handle thinner neoprene with a zigzag or stretch stitch and a ballpoint or stretch needle, and a walking foot helps it feed evenly. For thicker sheets, many makers glue the edges with neoprene cement before stitching or skip stitching entirely.
Neoprene fades and cracks with long sun exposure, plain rubber can tear at cut edges without a fabric facing, and solid sheets do not breathe unless perforated. White neoprene rubber can also yellow over time.
Neoprene is worn against the skin every day in wetsuits and braces. A small number of people react to additives used in rubber processing, so if you have reacted to neoprene before, choose a fabric-faced sheet so the fabric touches skin rather than the rubber. Safety data sheets are available on our Product Certifications page.
Most gaming table customers choose 3mm or 4mm. Choose polyester for a printed playing surface or nylon for a solid color. See our poker and gaming table supplies for padding to go underneath.
Machine washing is not recommended. Hand wash or spot clean with mild soap and cool water, then air dry flat away from direct heat and sun.
