We selected the 10 most common questions people ask when they are considering gym floor covers. Covermaster is glad to share its extensive knowledge by offering answers, tutorials, advice, tips and uses. To ask your question in person call Covermaster’s hotline at 1 (800) 387-5808.
Question 1: Why do I need a gym floor cover?
Answer:
The three main reasons why athletic facilities should use gym floor covers are as follows:
- To protect the floor when the gym is used for any function other than athletics;
- To reduce maintenance and refinishing costs; and
- To create a multi-use facility that can also generate rental income.
A hardwood or synthetic floor that’s protected by a Covermaster gym floor cover will help prevent the floor from being damaged by street shoes, chairs and table legs or stained by spills. Obviously, this minimizes floor maintenance costs including floor refinishing and resurfacing.
Another good reason for a cover is the occasion when an outdoor event, such as a graduation ceremony, is forced indoors due to inclement weather. A cover lets you quickly convert the gym for this purpose while you protect the floor from the damage you can expect from chairs and street shoes.
Question 2: What kind of events can I use my athletic facility for?
Answer:
There are numerous opportunities for special events. Already, many schools use their gyms for graduations, polling stations and special meetings. However, most gyms can also be used for dances, banquets, concerts, local business shows, fund raising bazaars, etc.
And by using the gym for events other than athletics, the facility can generate income that can be put to use to meet regular expenses or to finance special equipment. Request information about possible uses of your specific facility by calling Covermaster hotline 1 (800) 387-5808.
Question 3: How do I select the right gym floor cover model for my facility?
Answer:
To know which gym floor cover model is best for you, you’ll want to consider two main factors: the type of events and the frequency of use. This, of course, depends on local needs and opportunities . For example, many facilities use their gym at least once a month for dances, concerts, trade shows and other events that require tables, chairs and other furniture. This calls for a cover with a high resistance to tearing and a thick, durable outer wear coating. The cost of the cover may also be a consideration. In some situations, budget limitations can dictate the type of cover.
Question 4: How do I attach the individual gym floor cover sections together?
Answer:
Covermaster recommends taping the overlaps of each gym floor cover section to ensure that spills don’t seep under the cover and to prevent any possible trip hazards. Covermaster’s one-time use, disposable gym floor cover seaming tape is specially designed for this purpose since it leaves no messy glue residue when removed. The tape is available in 3" widths. We also recommend the use of our walk behind TapeMate dispensers or our hand held tape dispenser.
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