Gym Floor Tips, FAQ, Basketball Court Questions

10 Jun.,2022

Taking on a new court can be a big task, but with our helpful gym floor tips, we'll help make the process as easy for you as it can be.

 

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What is the difference between sanding the floor and refinishing the floor?

When a floor is sanded a minimum of three grits of sandpaper are used. All of the seal, paint, and finish are removed. Typically, a floor should be sanded every ten years. At this point, all lines and graphics will be repainted. Likewise whenever a floor is repaired, it should be re-sanded to maintain uniformity.

When a floor is refinished it is simply screened and tacked  then refinished with one or two coats of finish. Paint may be added at this time, but no paint will be removed. This should typically happen at least once a year.