Welsh-Ryan Arena State-of-the-art Renovation
Northwestern University opened the doors of the new Welsh-Ryan Arena, following its complete renovation into a world-class sports facility.
What to Do If a Sports Floor Is Damaged by Flooding
Sports facilities make no exception – floodwaters can be devastating to school gymnasiums, field houses, athletic arenas, and other sports centers. Even a relatively small amount of water from broken pipes, malfunctioning sprinklers, or leaky roofs can cause severe water damage to a sports floor, but flooding is sure to warrant extensive repairs or replacement. So, what should school administrators and facility owners do if their sports floors get flooded? How can they get their facilities back up and running shortly after the disaster?
Turf Installed at the New Vikings Indoor Practice Facility
At the end of February the final pieces of turf were installed at TCO Performance Center's indoor practice facility to complete the construction of the nearly 91,000 square-foot building. Kiefer USA installed Turf Nation’s S5 over a 23mm pad, which is…
Healthier Schools – Air Quality and Sports Flooring
Indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools, in particular, is extremely important for the health and wellness of children. And one of the best ways to reduce the emission of VOCs in school air is to choose safe flooring that has a water-based, non-toxic top coat with low volatile organic compounds.
Questions to Ask Before Installing a New Hardwood Sports Floor
If you have decided on a hardwood floor, you can be certain that you’re getting a durable, resilient, safe, and attractive sports surface, ideally suited for basketball, volleyball, and various other athletic activities. Ask yourself and the floor installer these questions before making your final choice...
Tips on Buying Gym Flooring
Gym flooring can be designed for a specific sport to maximize performance or for general use to accommodate different activities and events. Here are some insider tips on choosing and buying sports flooring to help you make an informed decision about your gym floor, save money in the long run, and ensure the high performance and great look and feel of your new sports space.
The Fieldhouse – How Its Role Is Changing
Originally designed as an indoor sports arena, primarily used for college sports events and practices, the field house of today has become a multi-purpose recreational facility and lively community center. Apart from indoor space for various sports activities, a modern fieldhouse usually incorporates fitness lofts, cycling studios, group exercise rooms, locker rooms, saunas, and many other state-of-the-art recreational amenities.
Start the School Year on Solid Ground With Your Sports Flooring
The start of the school year is the beginning of the wear and tear on the rubber sports flooring and hardwood sports flooring in your facilities. These floors experience traffic year-round, but the school year brings more students, more practices, and more time spent in the training rooms. Make sure you follow these tips based on the type of sports flooring in your facility to protect your company’s investment, keep people safe, and keep the flooring looking newer longer.
Summer renovations at the UI Recreation Center: New wood flooring installed by Kiefer USA
Kiefer USA was more than happy to assist the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign with installing new sports flooring in their Recreation Centers during the summer.
Best Flooring Options for a Home Gym
When people think about installing a home gym, they usually think about weights, bikes, and other equipment. It’s equally important to give serious thought to the kind of home gym flooring that’s best for your situation. Depending on your home and preferred type of exercise, there are many different flooring options. Here are 4 options, with the benefits and drawbacks of each.
