Installing a Naibu interlocking indoor basketball court is extremely simple, but taking a few easy steps to prepare your space will ensure that your new floor performs perfectly and lasts for many years. The process starts with checking your existing base surface. Naibu tiles can be installed over almost any hard, flat surface: concrete, existing old wood flooring, even well-worn vinyl gym flooring. The most important thing is that the base is level, with no more than 3 millimeters of height variation across any 2-meter section.

If your concrete floor has a few small cracks or uneven spots, you can easily fix them with a low-cost self-leveling compound before installation, no major demolition required. Next, you need to make sure the base surface is completely clean. Sweep away all loose dirt, dust, and small debris, and mop up any sticky stains or oil spots. Any small pebbles or hard debris left under the tiles can create a small bump in the playing surface, so taking 15 minutes to thoroughly clean the floor will make a huge difference in the final quality of your court. It is also a good idea to check that your indoor space has good basic ventilation. While Naibu’s under-tile air circulation system handles most moisture issues, making sure your gym has a working fan or ventilation system will keep the area under the tiles dry and fresh, extending the life of your floor even more. Before installation day, measure your space carefully and confirm your exact court dimensions with your Naibu representative. This ensures that you get exactly the right number of tiles, with no waste and no last-minute shortages. You should also clear the entire installation area, moving all gym equipment, benches, and mats out of the space so the installation team has full room to work. If you want to add extra features like a custom logo or special court markings, confirm your final design details a few weeks before your installation date. By following these simple preparation steps, your Naibu installation will go completely smoothly, and you will end up with a perfectly flat, stable, professional basketball court that will perform flawlessly for over a decade. Even if you are setting up a temporary court in a rented space, these same simple preparation steps will ensure your Naibu flooring feels solid and plays great for every event.