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Existing Maple Floor
Resurfacing your Existing Maple Floor
From time to time, even the most meticulously cared for maple gymnasium floor should receive a complete resurfacing. Resurfacing restores the luster in an older gymnasium surface, and assures long life and excellent performance. The frequency of complete resurfacing is dependent on many factors, but typically is performed about every eight to ten years.
A complete resurfacing is accomplished by first removing all layers of finish and game lines down to raw wood. Next, repair/replace any split boards or seriously damaged areas of the surface or sub floor. The maple surface is then ready to be lightly sanded to remove accumulated minor dents and scratches. Once the sanding process is completed, the resurfacing process follows the same general sealing, court lining and finishing procedures used during the initial installation of the maple flooring system.
As sub floor designs are significantly different from floor to floor, MFMA strongly recommends consultation with an MFMA Sport Floor Contractor member prior to the initiation of any complete resurfacing project.