What characteristics should a hardwood court have?

Hardwood courts (such as basketball courts, volleyball courts, etc.) should have the following key characteristics to ensure the performance, safety and durability of athletes:

 

1. High-quality materials

 · Wood types: Maple is often used because of its high hardness, uniform texture and strong wear resistance.

 

 · Environmental protection: The wood should meet environmental standards and reduce the emission of harmful substances such as formaldehyde.

 

 · Durability: Able to withstand high-frequency use and the pressure of sports equipment.

 

2. Surface performance

 

 · Moderate friction coefficient: The surface should not be too slippery or too rough to ensure that athletes are not easy to slip when running and stopping suddenly.

 

 · Uniformity: The surface of the court should be flat and seamless to ensure the consistency of the ball's rebound.

 

 · Anti-reflective: The surface treatment should reduce reflections to avoid interfering with the athlete's vision.

 

3. Shock absorption performance

 

 · The court should have good shock absorption to reduce the impact of athletes when jumping and running, reducing the risk of injury.

 

 · Meet the shock absorption requirements of sports floors in DIN standards (such as the German DIN18032 standard).

 

4. Elasticity and stability

 

 · Wood floors should have good elasticity to improve sports performance.

 

 · Have sufficient deformation resistance to remain flat and not warp for a long time.

 

5. Durability and ease of maintenance

 

 · The surface should be wear-resistant and able to withstand high-frequency use.

 

 · Easy to clean and maintain, such as regular waxing or surface renovation.

6. Safety

 

 · No sharp edges to avoid scratches when athletes fall.

 

 · The surface coating should provide sufficient anti-slip properties.

 

7. Adaptability

 

 · Standardized size: For example, the floor of a basketball court should meet the specifications of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA).

 

 · Support multiple sports: If it is a comprehensive sports venue, the hardwood floor should meet the needs of multiple sports activities.