Epoxy resin flooring systems are created from a combination of resin and hardener that, when mixed, form a viscous plastic material. This is then applied as a liquid which hardens to create a durable and seamless surface. In recent years, resin flooring systems have been turning up in a range of public and commercial spaces, including offices, schools, warehouses, and hospitals. But what about sports facilities and stadiums? Is resin a cost-effective or practical flooring solution for these environments? Read on to find out.
Can Resin Flooring Be Used In Sport Stadiums?
Perhaps surprisingly, resin flooring solutions make an excellent choice for both amateur and professional sports stadiums due to their durability, easy maintenance, and seamless finish. Resin isn’t (yet) the conventional choice for most sports venues. Many indoor stadiums still use hardwood floors to give the necessary bounce and traction for athletes and performance areas, alongside synthetic polyurethane or vinyl for multi-purpose areas due to their cost effectiveness and easier maintenance compared to purely natural materials.
As an alternative to both of these, however, an epoxy resin floor provides your athletes, members, and customers with a smooth surface capable of withstanding repeated impacts, heavy foot traffic, and equipment use, and is compatible with many different sports.
With the right treatment, a resin floor can provide excellent nonslip qualities for use under all conditions, and we also offer antistatic treatments to prevent the buildup of static charges in flooring used with rubber soled trainers (e.g. basketball and netball courts). Many commercial resins are also strongly resistant to scuff marks and stains, and can be easily cleaned with standard cleaning chemicals and jet washes without risking damage to the flooring surface.
In fact, a resin flooring system can be closely optimised to the needs of your sport, from a strong, glass-smooth runway for a bowling alley, to a durable leisure centre indoor squash court or tennis area. Before you invest, however, it’s worth pointing out that the suitability of resin flooring can depend on the specific requirements of your stadium, including the type of sport played and the level of impact resistance needed, as well as your aesthetic preferences. Having worked with several high-level professional sporting organisations throughout the country and various amateur-level stadiums and sport facilities, we can work with you to determine the most suitable solution for your venue, requirements, and budget.
At a Glance: Four Benefits Of Resin Flooring For Your Sports Stadium
1. Capacity To Withstand High Traffic:
Busy sport stadiums can handle hundreds or even thousands of athletes, staff, and spectators over the course of the year, so your resin flooring system must be highly durable and capable of withstanding heavy foot traffic, impacts, and even wheeled equipment such as cleaning machines and carts. This toughness guarantees a longer lifespan and return on investment than traditional materials, minimising your need for repairs and replacement.
2. Easy To Clean And Maintain:
While hardwood sports-grade floors are notoriously expensive, easily damaged, and difficult to repair, resin flooring systems have a nonporous, completely seamless surface, which makes it simple and efficient to keep clean. Dirt, spills, debris, sweat, and grease can be quickly wiped off, reducing cleanup and setup time between your events.
3. Resistant To Spills And Chemicals:
From spilled beer to detergent and bleach-based cleaning agents, sport stadium floors encounter all sorts of potentially corrosive substances. In contrast to natural wood and rubber flooring solutions, resin flooring systems are engineered to be strongly resistant to stains and chemicals, helping your floor to retain its appearance and function over time.
4. Enhanced Safety For Your Users:
Safety is critical in high-traffic areas and sporting stadiums, so it’s fair to note that untreated resin can be extremely slippery. However, many commercial resin floors can be treated to provide a strongly non-slip surface, minimising the risk of slips and falls for both athletes and spectators. This can be particularly beneficial in areas prone to spillages, such as your public toilets, outdoor areas, and changing rooms.
About Advanced Resin
Working with a wide variety of commercial, educational, and public sector organisations across the UK, Advanced Resin Technologies are one of the most experienced resin flooring specialists in the country. We have established relationships with all the leading epoxy and polyurethane manufacturers in the UK and Europe, giving us the freedom to give our customers a bespoke specification tailored to their stadium environment.
We are happy to design a specialist floor for any part of your facility, from customer areas to walkways, breakout and eating rooms, changing rooms, and your sports performance areas themselves.
We are proud to be active members of FeRFA, the Resin Flooring Association, which is the UK’s leading professional organisation for commercial and industrial resin flooring installation businesses. FeRFA works with members, customers, and industry stakeholders to establish high standards of quality, innovation, and sustainability for the resin flooring industry. To find out more, please click here to visit the FeRFA website.
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Get in touch with one of the epoxy flooring specialists at Advanced Resin Technologies (International) today to find out more about the benefits of resin flooring for sport stadiums and how you can benefit.
