Okay, here’s my blog post about the “keel Volleyball rubber tree assembly wooden flooring” project, written from my personal experience, in a casual and conversational tone, and using basic HTML tags:

Alright, folks, let me tell you about this flooring project I tackled. It was a bit of a beast, but hey, that’s what makes it fun, right? We’re talking about putting down some serious volleyball court flooring – the kind with a keel, using rubber tree wood, and assembling it all together.

Getting Started

First things first, I gathered all my materials. This wasn’t a quick trip to the local hardware store. I had to source the rubber tree wood, which, let me tell you, isn’t exactly growing on trees… (pun intended!). Then there’s the keel – the support structure underneath. And of course, all the screws, adhesive, and finishing stuff.

I cleared out the space completely. It was a big, empty room, just begging for a beautiful floor. I made sure the subfloor (the concrete slab in this case) was super clean and level. Any bumps or dips would mess everything up later, so I spent a good chunk of time with a level and some self-leveling compound.

Laying the Keel

Next up, I started laying down the keel. This is the backbone of the whole operation. It’s basically a framework that provides support and helps with shock absorption – important for a volleyball court! I measured everything out carefully, making sure the spacing was perfect. It’s like building a little railroad track, but instead of trains, it’s for bouncing volleyballs.

I secured the keel pieces to the subfloor using some heavy-duty construction adhesive and screws. You don’t want this thing moving around, so I went a little overboard, making sure it was rock solid.

Assembling the Wooden Flooring

Now for the fun part – the actual wooden flooring! The rubber tree wood came in planks, and they had this tongue-and-groove system. Basically, one side has a little tongue, and the other has a groove, and they fit together like puzzle pieces. I started in one corner and worked my way across the room, row by row.

For each plank, I applied some adhesive to the subfloor and the keel, then slid the plank into place, making sure it was snug against the previous one. A rubber mallet came in handy to tap them together nice and tight. It was slow going, but satisfying to see the floor taking shape.

• Make sure that every plank is on it’s place.
• Use a rubber mallet.
• Don’t go to fast.

Finishing Touches

Once all the planks were down, I let the adhesive cure for a couple of days. Then, I filled in any small gaps with wood filler and sanded the whole surface smooth. This took some elbow grease, but it’s crucial for a nice, even playing surface.

Finally, I applied several coats of polyurethane finish. This protects the wood from wear and tear, gives it a nice sheen, and makes it easier to clean. I waited for each coat to dry completely before adding the next one. Patience is key here!

And there you have it! A brand new, shiny, keel-supported, rubber tree wood volleyball court floor. It was a lot of work, but seeing the finished product made it all worthwhile. Now, who’s up for a game?