“Can You Install a New Gym Floor Over an Existing One?”
This is one of the most common questions we get from schools and indoor facilities. In many cases—yes, we can. And it might be the smartest move you can make.
Summit Christian Academy found the answer and loves the results.
The Problem: A Worn-Out Floor That Didn’t Match Their Program
Summit’s athletic department had outgrown their old polyurethane gym floor. It was worn down, had lost its energy, and didn’t reflect the pride or professionalism they wanted to showcase in their basketball and volleyball programs.
The school needed a surface that looked great, played better, and could handle everything from weekday practices to weekend worship services.
The Solution: Maple Response HG Over Existing Polyurethane
We helped the team at Summit revitalize their space using Maple Response HG, one of our most popular indoor surfacing systems.
Here’s what made it a win:
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Installed directly over the existing polyurethane surface
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No demolition required = lower cost and faster turnaround
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Better shock absorption and ball response for safer play
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Customized design with school branding, logos, and colors
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Multi-purpose durability for athletics and events
The Installation Process: 3.5 Days from Start to Finish
- Day 1:
Delivery + prep + adjusting the bleachers for the new floor height - Days 2–3:
Installed the Maple Response HG surfacing + trimmed the edges for a clean, professional finish - Day 4:
Applied all custom-painted game lines for basketball and volleyball
Why It Worked: Affordable, Fast, and Built to Last
Compared to the cost of tearing out the old floor and replacing it with full hardwood, this approach saved time and money—without sacrificing quality or aesthetics. And since it went in right over the top of the existing slab, the school avoided major disruptions to their calendar.
If your existing gym surface is outdated or underperforming, you might not need to start from scratch. Let’s talk about your space, your goals, and whether a resurfacing approach could be the right move.
Get in touch here. We’d love to talk through your options.
