Batting Mats

How to Choose a Batting Mat

A good batting mat should hold up to the way you actually train. Before you buy, answer these questions:

• Where will it live? If the mat will move between a garage, a gym floor and an outdoor cage, choose one rated for indoor/outdoor use. That way the season or the surface won't limit you.
• Will hitters wear cleats? Spikes wear out ordinary carpet quickly. Spike-resistant artificial turf is made for the footwear players use on the field.
• Do you need visible box markings? Inlaid lines are part of the turf rather than painted on top, so the batter's box stays defined over time.
• What goes underneath? Foam backing adds cushion underfoot and puts a layer between the turf and concrete, rubber flooring or packed ground.
• Is home plate included? With a throw down plate you can set up a full hitting station without buying separate parts.

If you're building a complete hitting area, pair your mat with batting cage nets and a sturdy frame from our batting cage frames collection. Softball programs can also browse our softball pitching & hitting mats.

Jaypro Batting Mats We Carry

Every batting mat in this collection is the Jaypro model BML612, made in USA. Both listings have the same specifications, so your main decision is the clay color. If you're not sure which listing matches the color you want, check the part numbers below or contact our team before you order.

Green Clay or Red Clay?

The color choice is mostly about looks. Many programs match the mat to their own infield so practice feels like game day. Others pick the shade that fits their team colors or the look of their facility. The listed features are the same for both options.

Materials and Construction

The BML612's hitting surface is spike-resistant artificial turf. A backyard dirt box gets holes that need raking and turns to mud after rain. A turf mat gives you the same level stance every session without that upkeep. The white lines are inlaid into the turf, so you don't have to re-chalk or repaint the box before each practice.

Under the turf is thick foam backing. It cushions a hitter's stance during long sessions, and indoors it adds a layer of protection between cleats and your floor. Spike-resistant doesn't mean indestructible, so regular care still matters (see below).

Sizing Your Space and Setting Up

Plan your layout before the mat arrives:

1. Measure the floor inside your cage or tunnel and compare it to the mat's 12' W x 6' L footprint.
2. Leave clearance between the mat edges and the netting so the net can hang freely and isn't pinned under the turf.
3. Check the surface. It should be level, clean and free of sharp debris that could push through the backing.
4. Place the throw down home plate, then line up the mat with your pitching machine, L-screen or front toss spot.

For a full indoor or backyard setup, browse our batting tunnel nets and cage frames. On the field, a batting turtle backstop behind the plate keeps balls contained during batting practice.

Caring for Your Batting Mat

• Sweep or brush the turf regularly to lift the fibers and remove dirt, seeds and clay.
• Rinse with water and a mild soap when needed, then let the mat dry fully before you roll or store it.
• Roll, don't fold. Folding can crease the turf and the foam backing.
• Outdoors, don't leave the mat in standing water. Lift it now and then so the area underneath can dry.
• Groom the surrounding infield with infield drag mats so less loose material gets tracked onto the turf.

Shipping, Returns and Delivery

• Handling and transit: Most orders need 1–2 business days of handling. Standard delivery then typically takes 1–5 business days. All dates are estimates.
• Shipping cost: Rates for most items are calculated at checkout. Oversized items may get a separate shipping quote, which you can accept or cancel for a full refund before the item is dispatched.
• Inspection: Inspect your order on arrival while the driver is still there, and write any visible damage on the delivery receipt before you sign. Report concealed damage within 24 hours.
• Freight deliveries: These are tailgate deliveries, so you are responsible for unloading. Your address must be reachable by a full-size freight trailer.
• Returns: We accept returns within 60 days from delivery for unused items in their original packaging. You need a Return Authorization number from our team first. You pay shipping both ways, and the original shipping cost and a restocking fee are deducted from your refund.
• Refunds: Processing takes 5–15 business days after we receive your return. Approved credits go back to your original payment method within 15 business days.