Gym Floors Built to Perform. Built to Last.
From championship games to daily drills, your gym floor takes a beating. We refinish, repair, and line gymnasium floors that look sharp, play true, and stand up to real use.
What We Do for Gymnasiums
- Gym Floor Refinishing
When a gym floor becomes dull, slippery, or unevenly worn, refinishing restores clarity, traction, and the rich visual depth of the wood. Done properly, it renews the surface and extends the life of the floor for seasons to come. - Repairs and Board Replacement
Water damage, cracks, gaps, and impact dents can often be repaired and blended with care. The goal is a floor that performs as one stable, continuous playing surface, both visually and structurally. - Game Line Layout and Painting
We install crisp, accurate markings for multi-sport gyms, schools, and training facilities. We can match your existing layout or redesign it for improved function, better flow, and cleaner visuals.
Common layouts include:
- Basketball
- Volleyball (official playing court is 18 x 9 m)
- Multi-court combinations for schools and community centres
- Custom training zones, sponsor marks, and school branding
We also work with international dimensions when required. For example, FIBA lists the playing court as 28 m by 15 m.
A Smarter Approach: Screen and Recoat for Gym Floors (When Appropriate)
Not every gym requires a full sand-down every time. Many facilities extend the lifespan of their floor with periodic screening and recoating. This refreshes the protective layer and delays a full refinish.
The principle is straightforward: the top layer is lightly abraded to ensure proper bonding, then new finish coats restore protection and performance.
When the floor’s condition allows, our recoat approach follows a proven sequence: clean, screen, then apply professional finish coats.
Our Gymnasium Process
Every gym is different, so the process starts with assessment.
Typical workflow:
- Site evaluation: wear patterns, moisture risk, board condition, existing markings, and facility timelines
- Repairs: stabilize problem areas, replace boards where necessary, and correct localized issues
- Surface preparation: sanding or screening based on current floor condition and project goals
- Finish system selection: chosen for performance, durability, cure time, and the realities of your facility
- Game line layout: measure, snap, verify, then paint with disciplined accuracy
- Protective top coats: seal graphics and build a durable wear layer designed for athletics
- Cure-time plan: clear guidance for reopening, equipment placement, and post-project cleaning
If you need faster turnaround with reduced odour, water-based finish systems can be an excellent option in many environments, depending on the space and the performance requirements.
Why Schools and Facilities Choose Royal Hardwood Floors
Royal Hardwood Floors has served Ottawa since 1922 and is led by Jean Chouinard, third generation in the trade, with decades of hands-on experience. This is heritage craftsmanship applied to high-performance environments.
When details matter, we deliver:
- Straight lines that read clean from the bleachers
- Consistent finish and sheen across the whole surface
- Repairs that blend naturally into the grain
- Work planned around your calendar, including summer breaks, holidays, and weekend windows
A gym floor should feel confident, not compromised. We treat it with the precision it deserves.
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FAQs
How do I know if we need a full refinish or just a recoat?
If the finish is worn but the wood is still in good shape, screening and recoating can restore protection and improve appearance. If wear has reached the wood, traction is inconsistent, or the markings require a full reset, a full refinish is usually the right choice.
Can you add multi-sport lines without making the floor look cluttered?
Yes. We plan line hierarchy, spacing, and traditional colour associated with each standard game line plan so the floor stays readable, professional, and easy to use for athletes, staff, and officials.
Do you follow official court dimensions?
Yes, when required. We can follow standard volleyball dimensions (18 m x 9 m) and FIBA basketball dimensions (28 m x 15 m), or work from your board-approved layout.
How long will the game lines last?
When lines are properly applied and sealed under protective top coats, they hold up well under regular play. Longevity depends on traffic volume, cleaning methods, and your maintenance cycle.
Can you work during school breaks or off-hours?
Yes. Gymnasium projects are commonly planned around summer, holidays, and weekends to reduce disruption and protect programming.
Do you require a deposit to secure our project date?
Yes. Your security deposit locks in the dates of your choice and supports material purchasing. It is non-refundable if cancelled, with an exception for rescheduling an already booked date when you notify us as soon as possible.