Buidling an aerobics floor

[jane_grace]

I am going to be building a floor with instructions from StageStep and I'm wondering if anyone has any advice?
The foam blocks have arrived and now I need to get the plywood and start constructing. The instructions seem pretty straight forward so I'm looking for any watchouts, tips, or tricks.
Thanks,
jane

 

[Colia]

Hi Jane!

We just built the same thing a couple of months ago, and it has made a phenomenal difference for my old aching knees! The major modification that we made, was that we built it in pieces, using 4 x 8 sheets of plywood, that my husband tacked together, so that if we move, we can take it with us. You could also use 4 x 4 as well, or any size you'd like. That's just what worked for us. Our floor is 8 x 8, which is small for all those around the step moves, but adequate. We put it down right on top of the carpet. It works fine - one side is a little warped, but I just put weight plates, and it's really not a problem. Hope this helps, and enjoy your new floor!

Cheers,
Colia

 

[jane_grace]

Coila,
What kind of flooring did you put on top of the plywood? I'm thinking of TimeStep or WoodStep.

I have a space in the basement that I use for working out so the floor will be 11' by 12', so I'm going to have to do some cutting but it seems pretty easy. I can't wait to get it built!
Cheers,
jane

 

[Colia]

We put Quietstep on top - that's what Stagestep recommended to us - it's gray and not that attractive, but works fine. I'm sure any of them would be okay - it's the foam blocks that probably make the big difference - let us know how it all works out!

Cheers!
Colia