Okay, here’s my blog post about installing batten volleyball plywood wooden flooring:

Alright, so I’ve been wanting to put down some proper flooring in my practice area for ages. You know, something that can take a beating and still feel good underfoot. I finally decided to go with a batten volleyball plywood setup, and let me tell you, it was a project, but totally worth it!

Getting Started

First things first, I cleared out the entire space. This was probably the most annoying part, honestly. I had all sorts of junk piled up, so it took a good afternoon just to get everything moved out. Then, I gave the concrete floor a really good sweep and vacuum. You don’t want any little bits of debris messing with your floor later on.

Laying Down the Battens

Next up, the battens. I used some pretty standard 2x4s for this. I laid them out across the floor, spacing them about 16 inches apart. The key here is to make sure they’re all level. I used a long level and some shims (thin pieces of wood) to get everything nice and even. This part took some patience, I’m not gonna lie. You gotta keep checking and adjusting until it’s perfect. I then secured each one into concrete using speical nails for concrete, that was the most difficult part.

Plywood Time!

Once the battens were all set, it was time for the plywood. I went with ¾-inch plywood because it’s nice and sturdy. I started laying the sheets down, making sure to stagger the joints – you know, like how you lay bricks. This makes the whole floor stronger. I used construction adhesive and screws to attach the plywood to the battens. Plenty of both, better safe than sorry, right?

The Finishing Touches

After all the plywood was down, I filled in any screw holes with wood filler. Once that dried, I gave the whole floor a good sanding. Started with a rough grit sandpaper and worked my way up to a finer one to get it nice and smooth. Finally, I applied a couple of coats of polyurethane to protect the wood and give it a nice, finished look. I let that dry completely, which took about a day.

The Result!

And that’s it! My new practice floor is all done. It feels amazing to jump and move around on. It’s got just the right amount of give, and it’s so much better than practicing on concrete. This project definitely took some time and effort, but seeing the finished product and knowing I did it myself? Totally worth it.

• Clear and clean the area.
• Lay out and level the battens.
• Attach the plywood.
• Fill, sand, and finish.

It is not perfect, because my skills are limited, but for now, it is much better than before!