Okay, here’s my blog post about the “cushions Volleyball oak assembly wooden flooring” project, written in a casual, personal style:

Alright, so I wanted to share this flooring project I tackled. It’s not every day you put down a volleyball court, let alone one with cushions, right? The whole thing was a bit of a learning curve, but hey, that’s half the fun.

First, I measured the entire area, twice! Gotta get the exact dimensions, cuz nothing ruins a project faster than running out of material halfway through. And with this, I also calculate how many cushions I will going to order. I decided to go with oak – classic, sturdy, looks great. The cushions, though…that was a different story. Finding the right ones, that would provide enough give for volleyball but still be firm enough to walk on, took some serious searching. I ended up with these interlocking rubber pads, they felt about right.

Prepping the Ground

The area I was working with was just bare earth. So, step one was leveling it. I spent what felt like forever with a shovel and a rake, moving dirt around, checking with a level. It wasn’t glamorous, but it had to be done. A flat, stable base is crucial for any floor.

Laying the Foundation

Once the ground was level, I put down a layer of gravel. This helps with drainage, to prevent water from pooling under the floor and causing problems down the line. On top of the gravel, I added a layer of sand, making sure to compact it really well. This created a smooth, even surface for the cushions.

Then the Interlocking cushion, click-clack, click-clack, and after a good, solid hour, the base was done. It looked a bit like a giant, black jigsaw puzzle.

Assembling the Wooden Floor

Next came the oak planks. I had pre-cut them, but still had to fine-tune some of the edges to get a nice, tight fit. I started at one corner and worked my way across, tapping each plank into place with a rubber mallet. Using the tap tool to make them fix together. Gotta be careful not to damage the wood, so slow and steady wins the race. I used a nail gun to secure the planks, making sure the nails were countersunk so they wouldn’t stick out. After hours of work, Plank by Plank, all the oak floor is assembled.

The Finishing Touches

After all the planks were down, I sanded the entire surface to get it perfectly smooth. This took a while, and created a ton of dust, but it was worth it. Then, I applied several coats of sealant, letting each coat dry completely before adding the next. This protects the wood from moisture and wear and tear, and gives it a nice, finished look.

Finally, I painted the volleyball court lines. I used masking tape to get crisp, straight lines, and a special paint designed for sports courts. It was a bit fiddly, but the end result looked pretty professional, if I do say so myself.

So, there you have it. My cushioned volleyball oak assembly wooden flooring project. It was a lot of work, but seeing the finished product, and knowing I did it all myself, is a pretty great feeling. Plus, now I have a cool place to play volleyball!