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Is the sport tile surface suitable for playing pickleball?
We don't recommend using our Indoor Sports Tiles for pickleball since they don’t provide a good bounce or trajectory for the ball. Please look at our Outdoor Sports Tiles and Mateflex II tiles for this purpose.
Was this helpful?Do these tiles hold up when folding chairs are used on them?
Yes, folding chairs can be used on our Indoor Sports Tiles.
Was this helpful?How many tiles are needed for a complete basketball court?!
Here are the official sizes for the different levels of basketball courts. High school basketball courts are 84' x 50'. College and NBA basketball courts are 94' x 50'. The keys for all are the same, 12' wide by 18'10" long. The number of tiles needed for each area is as follows: 4200 total tiles for a high school court. 4700 total tiles for a college or NBA court. The number of tiles needed for the key area is 228 for a 12' x 19' area.
Was this helpful?What would the shock resistance feel like?
The shock absorption for our Indoor Sports Tiles without underlay will be better than concrete, but not by a lot. To really get true shock absorption from our Indoor Sports Tiles, we recommend installing the tiles over our 2mm ShockPad.
Was this helpful?What is the recommended method for cleaning the floor after installation? Is there any concern with moisture buildup under the tiles?
Cleaning of these multi-use tiles typically includes: Vacuuming or sweeping any loose crumbs, dust, or debris from the sport tiles when necessary. Hose off or damp mop the sport floor tiles with a mild soap and water mixture for tough or caked on dirt and/or stains. You can seal the subfloor beneath the tiles, or pull up tiles to allow for quicker drying.
Was this helpful?How easily do these come apart? We're looking to get a portable gym floor that will get set up and torn down on a semi-weekly basis, Curious to how easy these can be set up.
Our Indoor Sports Tiles are very easy to install and uninstall. They are so easy to install; a kid can do it. These tiles are very durable and will not break due to the constant installing and uninstalling of the flooring. These tiles were built for this particular situation. They are the perfect temporary or permanent floor for any space.
Was this helpful?If installed in a garage can you drive and park a car on top of the surface? If so is there an issue if there for a potentially prolonged period?
Our Indoor Sports Tiles are made with the same material as our hard plastic garage tiles to virtually the same specifications so, you can drive and park a car on these tiles, even over a long period. These tiles will not buckle or crack under the weight.
Was this helpful?Will it work with in-floor (radiant) heating?
You can install our Indoor Sports Tiles over a radiant floor heating system. Since these tiles are non-porous, you may not get the full effect of having the radiant heating system.
Was this helpful?Is the surface slippery for barefoot exercise?
Our Indoor Sports Tiles can become slippery if your feet get sweaty or if there are other liquids on the tiles. It is recommended to wear slip-resistant footwear when playing on these tiles.
Was this helpful?Would you recommend the use of this flooring in a church gym where there are occasional parties with food and drinks?
Our Indoor Sports Tiles have been installed in church gyms where other events are held and are great for that type of space. These tiles are non-porous and are easy to clean and maintain and can be easily replaced if damaged.
Was this helpful?What is the recommended method for cutting tiles when building around notches in the wall?
We recommend using a hand saw with a laminate blade.
Was this helpful?Can I use this outdoor?
You can use our Indoor Sports Tiles outdoors. They don't perform as well as our Outdoor Sports Tiles, but they still can be used. These tiles will drain to a certain extent as there will be some space for the water to flow through between each tile. You may get some ponding on the surface after or during a rain event. The amount of slip resistance you get will be similar to that of concrete or asphalt whether wet or dry.
Was this helpful?Will the surface of the tile hold up to high heeled dress shoes? If not please recommend a product that will.
Our Indoor Sports Tiles are made of a hard plastic polypropylene and will be able to withstand high heeled shoes on them.
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