Any athlete will tell you that the surface they play on matters. Whether it’s having the right shock absorption for tennis or the perfect ball rebound for basketball, the proper playing surface has a real effect on performance for professional athletes and social players alike. Our partners at HARO truly took this into consideration when developing Rio—the world’s first permanent outdoor flooring conforming to the highest physical performance requirements under the EN 14877 standard … [Read more...]
Gym Floor Makeovers: Hardwood Gym Floor Repairs
This is the next blog post in the Mathusek Gym Floor Makeover blogging series. Hardwood gym floor repairs are a common and necessary sport flooring problem for any facility. Hardwood is among the most durable of athletic flooring options, but it is important to maintain by taking care of problems as they arise. When scuffs occur, buff them out. When the shine of the top layer of polyurethane fades, screen and recoat it. When chips and flaking occur, it may be time to sand and refinish your … [Read more...]
Gym Floor Makeovers: Gym Floor Screening and Recoating Q&A
Gym floor screening and recoating is the best way to increase the life span of your wood flooring year after year, and to push off (as long as possible) the eventual costs of a new installation. Wood floor installations should last for 50 years with proper maintenance and care. This includes regular cleaning, repairing any damages before they become detrimental to your budget or hazardous to your colleagues, and making sure the surface remains dry and away from prolonged moisture. In this … [Read more...]
Maintaining Herculan IG Synthetic Flooring Saves Time and Money
Herculan IG synthetic flooring is a versatile option for educational, hospitality and commercial spaces. Installing Herculan IG only takes a few days, and can be done over a weekend in many instances. With so many uses, you may be wondering: How do I maintain and clean Herculan IG synthetic flooring in my facility once its installed? Q: My Herculan IG installation just wrapped up; how long should I wait to use it? A: New or recoated floors should not be used for 24 hours after installation … [Read more...]
Herculan Tennis Court Surfaces: Feel the Love
Quick to install, low-maintenance, high-performance and long-lasting — what’s not to love about Herculan TC outdoor and indoor tennis court surfaces from Mathusek partner Action Floor Systems? Features & Benefits Sales Sheet Court Pace Certification Press Release A padded polyurethane product boasting 35% shock absorption, Herculan TC is a great pick for high-end racquet and sports clubs as well as competitive collegiate or pro-level playing. Perhaps the greatest virtue … [Read more...]
Herculan IG Flooring Asbestos Encapsulation Can Save You Money
Many schools and buildings built before the 1980s contain Vinyl Asbestos Tile (VAT) that has begun to deteriorate and is in need of asbestos abatement or asbestos encapsulation. VAT was the material of choice for institutional flooring applications from the 1950s through the ‘80s because of its insulating and fire-retarding properties. In 1986, the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act was passed requiring every U.S. school from kindergarten through 12th grade to be inspected to identify … [Read more...]
Mathusek Re-Installs Wood Sport Flooring After Flooding Destroys Howell Middle School Gym
March 2015 - Officials at Howell Middle School South in Howell Township, NJ discovered a pipe had burst and flooded their gymnasium over the weekend. Mathusek had installed the wood sport flooring fifteen years prior. The pipe burst in an adjacent hallway and spilled thousands of gallons of water onto the maple gym floor. Howell’s maintenance crew vacuumed up the standing water as soon as it was discovered but humps and buckling in the floor signaled further damage. A professional team needed … [Read more...]
Old World European Craftsmanship With ALI Parquets Wood Floor Installations
When you hear the word “parquet,” chances are it triggers flashbacks to your grandmother’s dated herringbone patterned floors. But parquet isn’t just for granny these days. Mathusek partner ALI Parquets offers beautiful solid hardwood floors crafted in the finest European tradition. Parquet wood floor installations date back centuries The history of parquet flooring actually dates back to the 1600s in Versailles, France, where skilled craftsmen selected various colored hardwoods to cut into … [Read more...]
Action Interloc Flooring May Be the Answer to Your Wood Sport Flooring Needs
Are you looking for wood sport flooring that works for a variety of uses, including humid and other less than perfect settings? Something that will work for your your youngest and oldest users? Can withstand Division I collegiate athletes and science fair projects sitting on fold up tables? Search no more, and let Mathusek introduce you to the Action Interloc series. What are the benefits of installing Action Interloc Wood Sport Flooring? Withstands Humidity Action Interloc is composed … [Read more...]
Skate Anytime, Anywhere, with Art-Ice Synthetic Ice Surfaces in Your Rink
Ice skating is fun any time of year, but in warmer seasons or climates, skaters are limited to indoor ice facilities. As a rink owner, you know how expensive this can be to maintain. With Art-Ice synthetic ice surfaces your facility can become the destination spot for athletes of all levels, throughout the year, while staying eco-friendly and green, too. As the only Art-Ice dealer in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, Mathusek, Incorporated is the natural choice for synthetic ice … [Read more...]