Floor Care for Gym.pdf

Dynamic Sports Construction, Inc., 301 Sonny Drive, Leander, TX 78641 Phone: 512-260-6722 * Fax: 512-260-9118

DynaForce® CARE AND MAINTENANCE FOR Gymnasiums, Weight Rooms, and Fitness

Rooms

INTRODUCTION

Urethane synthetic surfacing is a durable material, capable of withstanding much use and abuse. Virtually, the entire spectrum of athletic activities, including events such as dances, meetings, and concerts, can be conducted on this type of surface. Spiked or cleated shoes should be prohibited on smooth surfaces to avoid possible physical damage.

Urethane synthetic surfacing is subject to wear if dirt and other foreign materials, in combination with foot traffic, are not routinely cleaned.

SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

Your DynaForce® floor should be scrubbed. This work should be done with an automatic scrubbing machine or a buffer and a wet/dry vacuum.

The red scrubbing pads should be used for scrubbing on a routine basis. Green pad can be used periodically as necessary. A neutral ph cleaner (7-8.4 ph) is recommended as a scrubbing solution. To remove black and colored marks from the floor, use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, acetone, mineral spirits or Bon Aime cleaner (non-abrasive cleanser) with a scrubbing pad and lightly remove by hand. To remove gum, grease or oily stains use Motsenbockers Lift Off 2.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

Avoid the following:

1. Do not use commercially treated dust mops.

2. Do not use sandpaper, steel wool, abrasive powders, or soap containing solvents.

3. Never use acid or caustic based cleaners such as ceramic tile cleaners, bowl cleaners, etc.

4. Do not allow black rubber tires from automobiles and trucks to set on the floor for prolonged periods of time without protection. They will leave a permanent stain.

5. Do not use any ammonia-based cleaners or strippers at full strength.

6. Indoor non-marking soles only. Outdoor basketball shoes may leave permanent marks.

Unsightly damage can be caused by numbers 1 through 5 listed below. Number 6 will not only cause unsightly damage but will also affect play:

1. Battery acid from scrubbing machine.

2. Stains from equipment tires.

3. Ball point and felt tipped pen marks.

4. Cigarette burns.

5. Outdoor marking basketball shoes.

6. Scars and cuts made by loose shoe nails and malfunctioning bleachers or chairs or tables without the proper protective pads on their legs.

The use of walk off mats in doorways will aid in keeping the synthetic floor clean.