A well‑maintained floor protects your athletes, your investment, and your program. Old Growth Sport Floors makes that protection effortless.
Protect. Preserve. Perform.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is the backbone of a long‑lasting basketball court. Even the highest‑quality maple floor can lose its performance if dust, sweat, and debris are allowed to build up. Daily or weekly cleaning—simple tasks like dry mopping, removing dust, and wiping up spills—goes a long way in protecting the finish, preserving traction, and preventing premature wear. These small habits are the first line of defense for any facility, keeping the surface safe for athletes and reducing the need for major repairs. When paired with professional services from Old Growth Sport Floors, routine owner‑led care ensures your court stays vibrant, durable, and game‑ready all year long.
How should I clean my court?
Court Cleaning:
“The Set Standard”
- Daily Dust-Mopping
Use a large microfiber towel (not cotton), pushed with a broom or mop, to remove fine dust, grit, and debris. This prevents the abrasive “sandpaper effect” that dulls finish and reduces traction. - Weekly Damp Cleaning
Clean with a pH-neutral cleaner specifically formulated for gym floors. Avoid excess water, as hardwood floors can warp or cloud if over-wet. Use a two-bucket system; one for solution, one for rinse water, so that you’re not spreading dirty water back onto the floor. - Weekly or Bi-Weekly Inspection
Look for dull areas, scratches, or spots where traction feels off. Early detection prevents small issues from becoming expensive repairs.
What if a towel can’t fix it?
Recoating:
“For the good-as-new look”
- When Cleaning Isn’t Enough
A dull or slippery floor often needs more than routine upkeep, it needs a fresh coat of finish, When daily or weekly maintenance stops making a visible difference, a recoat is the next step in protecting your investment. - Bring Back the Shine
If mopping can’t revive the look, a recoat restores clarity, color, and that bright, game-ready appearance. It refreshes the surface without sanding, giving your court a clean, professional look again. - Restore Grip. Renew Safety.
Lost traction can’t be fixed with cleaning alone; a new finish layer brings back the friction athletes depend on. This improves player confidence and reduces slip-related risks during practices and games.
What if my floor is damaged?
Refinishing:
“Bring your floor back to its original glory”
- Damage Happens
Deep scratches, worn-through finish, water damage, and heavy traffic patterns can’t be solved with maintenance alone. Refinishing removes the damage entirely and gives your facility a clean, fresh start. - A True Reset
Refinishing takes the floor back to bare wood, removing years of wear, scratches, and finish failure. It’s the most complete way to restore performance, clarity, and long-term durability. - Artwork Refresh
It’s the ideal time to update logos, refresh center-court artwork, or add new graphics, giving your facility a clean, modern, like-new appearance that routine maintenance or recoating simply can’t achieve. - Revive the Game
A full sand-and-refinish restores your floor, removing old finish, correcting wear patterns, and brings the natural beauty of the wood back to life. This process also includes reapplying ever game line with crisp, accurate detail, ensuring perfect visibility and compliance.
Common Court Issues & How to Fix Them
Issues
Answers
Dusty or Slippery Surface
Daily dust-mopping with a large microfiber mop removes the fine debris that causes slick spots. Most facilities can solve this entirely with consistent daily or pre-practice cleaning.
Sticky or Dirty Areas
Sweat, spills, and residue create tacky patches. A quick spot clean with a pH-neutral gym floor cleaner and lightly damp microfiber pad usually restores the surface immediately.
Scuff Marks & Dirty Areas
Most scuffs can be removed with a soft-bristle brush or an approved scuff-removal pad. Avoid abrasive pads — they can damage the finish and create dull spots.
Traction Loss That Cleaning Can’t Fix
Time to Recoat
When the floor still feels slick after proper cleaning, the finish layer has worn down. A professional recoat restores traction, shine, and can even provide a repaint for your game lines.
Deep Scratches, Worn‑Through Finish, or Visible Wood Damage
Refinish Required
If the damage goes past the finish and into the wood, only a full sand‑and‑refinish can correct it. This process removes damage, rebuilds the finish system, and allows for new game lines, updated logos, or fresh graphics.
Brands We Trust
Bona
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Bona SuperCourt® Cleaner Concentrate – A professional strength, waterborne cleaner formulated for unwaxed, polyurethane wood floors.
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Bona SuperCourt® Athletic Floor Care System – Designed for daily maintenance of athletic wood floors. This system includes a mop, dry dusting pad and wet cleaning pad.
Facility Armor
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Gym Floor Coverings – Carpet-top gym floor covers provide a polished appearance while protecting hardwood floors from heavy foot traffic and chair legs.
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Courtside Runners – Customized or plain runners for sidelines or other high traffic areas. Feature a school or academy logo and show off your pride.
830 Riverside Pkwy Suite 60
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Mon-Fri: 8 AM – 6 PM
Old Growth
830 Riverside Pkwy Suite 60
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Mon-Fri: 8 AM – 6 PM