When flood damage left this Somerset village hall floor beyond repair, the project called for more than a simple replacement. With no damp proof membrane in place and the subfloor sitting below the required finished level, careful preparation was essential before a new sprung timber sports floor could be installed.
The result is a high-performance sprung sports floor, built to provide decades of reliable service for the local community.
Key Project Details
- Location: Somerset
- Project type: Village Hall sports floor replacement
- Floor system: Junckers SylvaSport beech over BluBat sprung battens
- Main challenge: Flood damage, no damp proof membrane and subfloor level correction
The Starting Point
- Existing timber floor beyond repair following flood damage
- Old flooring removed and responsibly disposed of
- Subfloor found to be below the required finished level
- No damp proof membrane present
- Additional preparation required before installation could begin
Preparation Works
Before any new flooring was installed, we carried out extensive preparation works to ensure the new system would perform as intended.
- Moisture tests completed to confirm the concrete had sufficiently dried
- Damp proof membrane installed throughout
- All membrane joints overlapped and fully taped
- Local screeding specialists poured a new screed to achieve the correct finished height
- Created a level, dry and stable base ready for the sports flooring system
Proper preparation is essential on commercial projects and ensures long-term performance while protecting the new floor from future moisture issues.
Installation
Once the screed had fully cured, installation of the new sports floor began.
- Installed a Junckers SylvaSport solid beech sports floor
- Fitted over the Junckers BluBat sprung bearer system
- Secret nailed to the battens throughout
- Header joints glued for additional strength and stability
- Bearer centres continually checked to maintain the correct spacing
- Expansion spacers inserted every four rows in accordance with manufacturer specifications
This sprung timber sports floor construction provides excellent comfort underfoot while delivering the durability required for busy community buildings, sports hall refurbishment projects and multi-use village hall flooring.
Finishing Details
To complete the installation:
- Installed Junckers Combi skirting around the perimeter
- Fitted matching threshold ramps at all doorways and transitions
- Completed all finishing details to provide a professional, durable installation
The Result
- Brand-new sprung beech sports floor
- Fully compliant flooring system installed to manufacturer specifications
- Durable, low-maintenance finish suitable for heavy daily use
- Modern, professional appearance throughout the hall
- A community facility ready to serve local clubs, events, sports and activities for many years to come
Are you looking for village hall or sports floor installation specialists?
We have over 20 years experience replacing, refurbishing, and installing:
- Dance studios & gyms
- Schools, colleges & universities
- Leisure centres & public sector facilities
- Commercial and multi-use spaces
Our services include:
- Supply & installation of sports flooring systems
- Subfloor preparation and system build-ups
- Sanding, sealing & maintenance
- Full project delivery with minimal disruption
We specialist in:
- Village hall floor installations
- Sports hall flooring systems
- Sprung timber sports floors
- Community centre refurbishments
- Commercial wood flooring
- Sports floor maintenance and refurbishment
Contact us to discuss your project or request a quotation for your village hall, school hall, community centre, or sports floor project. Learn more about our commercial flooring services.