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More about regulations, certifications, life expectancy, and technical background to help you make the right choices.
NOC*NSF sports products list: what changed in 2026
For decades, having an indoor sports floor inspected in the Netherlands was essentially a voluntary affair. Since 1 January 2026, that has changed fundamentally. Under the renewed NOC*NSF quality assurance system, the well-known sports flooring list has been succeeded by the sports products list, and for any facility hosting competition under a Dutch sports federation, choosing from that list is no longer optional.
World Athletics track certification: Class 1 or Class 2
A certificate on the wall says less about a track than most people assume. It describes a moment in time — the day the venue was surveyed and, in some cases, the day its surface was tested — and it says how much of that moment World Athletics is prepared to stand behind for the years ahead. That second part is where most facility owners are caught out.
IMO certification for marine flooring: what it means and why it matters
On board a ship, floors are governed by different laws than ashore, literally. This article explains what IMO and MED certification means for marine flooring, and why a yard or owner can never work around it.
EN 14904 explained: what a sports hall floor must comply with
Anyone building or renovating a sports hall encounters EN 14904 in virtually every specification. This article explains what the standard covers, which properties are tested and why certification is more than a formality.
Renovate or replace a sports floor: when to choose which?
A sports floor that turns dull, feels rough or shows visible wear raises one question: can it still be renovated, or does it need replacing? The answer makes the difference between days and weeks of closure, and between a limited and a substantial budget.
How long does a seamless sports floor last?
A seamless synthetic sports floor lasts 15 to 25 years. That ten-year difference is neither coincidence nor lottery: it is determined by three factors that are largely within your control.
What does a sports floor cost?
The price of a sports floor is not a fixed number. Two sports halls with identical dimensions can differ considerably in cost, for good reasons. This article explains the five factors that determine the price, so you can compare quotations on the points that matter.
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