Protecting Gym Floors for School Dances and Graduations

How do schools protect gym floors during dances and graduations?

Schools protect gym floors during high-traffic events like dances and graduations by installing temporary floor covering systems. These systems provide a durable barrier that shields the athletic surface from scuffs, spills, and impact damage while providing a safe, slip-resistant surface for guests.

Graduations: The Chair Challenge

Graduations typically require setting up hundreds of folding chairs. Without protection, the feet of these chairs can dent the floor. A carpet-style protection system cushions these loads, preventing compression damage and reducing the noise of moving chairs.

Dances: Slips and Spills

School dances involve active movement, street shoes (often heels), and beverages. An effective protection system must be stable to prevent slips and impermeable enough to stop spilled liquids from seeping into the wood joints.

Fast Turnaround

Because gyms often need to revert to athletic use quickly, schools prioritize gym floor protection systems that are easy to deploy and store. Modern systems can be rolled out by a small crew in under an hour.