Project Overview

RH Wood Floors was appointed to carry out a full refurbishment of a commercial sports hall floor in Balbriggan, North Dublin. The existing timber surface had suffered from years of heavy use, resulting in worn finishes, faded court markings, and reduced performance quality.

The goal was to restore the sports floor to a high-performance standard, ensuring durability, safety, and precise line marking suitable for multi-sport use.

Scope of Work

* Full assessment of existing sports hall flooring
* Removal of old coatings and worn line markings
* Deep, multi-stage sanding of timber surface
* Floor levelling and preparation
* Accurate measurement and layout of sports court markings
* Application of multi-sport line markings (e.g. basketball, badminton, etc.)
* Application of sports-grade lacquer system for durability and grip

Challenges

* Heavy wear and tear from continuous sports use
* Faded and inconsistent court markings
* Requirement for precise and regulation-compliant line marking
* Achieving a non-slip, high-performance finish
* Tight project timeline to minimise facility downtime

Solution

RH Wood Floors delivered a specialist sports flooring solution tailored to commercial use:

* Used advanced sanding equipment to fully strip back the existing surface
* Restored a smooth, level playing surface through multi-stage sanding
* Carefully measured and reapplied accurate sports line markings
* Applied a durable, non-slip sports lacquer system designed for high traffic
* Completed works efficiently to meet scheduling requirements

Results

* Fully revitalised sports hall floor in Balbriggan to a professional standard
* Sharp, clearly defined and accurate court markings
* Improved safety and playing performance
* Durable finish built for long-term heavy use
* Enhanced overall appearance of the facility

Client Benefits

* High-quality, competition-ready playing surface
* Reduced long-term maintenance costs
* Extended lifespan of existing timber flooring
* Minimal disruption to facility operations