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| After laying foam sheeting on the floor, boards are layed in a waffle pattern as a base. This will allow for better air circulation and less moisture on the floor. Workers begin in the center and work towards both sides. Working in pairs, one laying strips the other nailing, the four men can lay a 12 ft. wide strip in an average 11 hr. day. |
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| Four vacuum bags attached to the riding sanders help keep the air clear of sawdust. In a day these men on 2 electric sanders will have the floor sanded and ready to seal. |
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| After the sealer coat dried the floor got sanded again |
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| This eagle, painted by Blair Wegener, marks the floor in front of the home team bench. |
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| The lines for basketball and volleyball are taped onto the floor before painting. |
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| Before the final coats of varnish are applied, all painting must be completed. |
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| Project Complete |
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| After all coats of varnish are applied the gym floor must dry, untouched, for one week. |
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