1: Hardwood Surfacing

Hardwood flooring is one of the most popular options for basketball courts made using fine fibers of dense wood (made from maple wood mostly). When installed appropriately, a hardwood basketball court looks aesthetically Pleasing. NBA stadiums have hardwood floorings.

Pros

• Hardwood’s tightly packed grains offer a smooth surface with no room for grime or dirt to hide. 
• This surface is anti-skid properties, giving an advantage to players good at dribbling. 
• The durability of hardwood is very high, if not exposed to hot weather  or water deposits 
• The ball’s response on hardwood is exceptionally good 

Cons

• The cost of hardwood flooring is expensive 
• Not fit for outdoor use

2: Asphalt Surfacing

Most courts in public parks and outdoor community centers or schools have asphalt surfacing. 

This surfacing is a combination of fine sand and oil. Lower installation costs make it an ideal option for outdoor basketball courts.

Pros

• Asphalt is a recyclable 
• The installation cost of the asphalt court is cost-effective.
• Basketball bounces higher and faster on an asphalt court.

Cons

• Asphalt if not done properly can chip and cracks can appear on the surface 
• needs regular maintenance.
• The impact of falls is high on asphalt basketball courts. This over a long time can damage the ankle and knee joints of players.
• Hard surface and long use of this van lead to knee pains 

 3: Multi-Purpose Plastic Surfacing

Many schools use the court for different activities for such things multi-purpose flooring is a good option.

Multi-purpose flooring is made from a combination of asphalt and concrete. Concrete mixed with asphalt offers a sturdy foundation. Materials used for the upper surfacing of multi-purpose courts are 

• Acrylic: The acrylic layer is easy-to-install and has high durability. Besides, it is elastic, non-slippery, and low-cost maintenance.
• Tartan: Tartan is a commonly used material for multi-purpose flooring. It has high durability and elasticity. it has an anti-skid and gives maximum grip to players.
• Polyurethane: This is inexpensive and durable. It provides an even surface to players for superior grip. most multi-purpose floorings use polyurethane.

Pros

• Multi-purpose floorings can withstand heavy foot traffic.
• The installation cost of these floorings is cheaper than others 
• Easy to clean and maintain.
• Durable, elastic, and offers superior grip

Cons

• This flooring gets damaged when exposed to heat.
• needs resurfacing within a couple of years when used for outdoor basketball flooring.

 4: Rubber Surfacing

The rubber material is a top standard for high-performance basketball court surfacing.

The rubber surfacing gives extra cushioning to reduce the impact of falls.

the flooring has a high shock absorption capacity

Pros

• Rubber surfacing has high durability. It doesn’t splinter by high-intensity movements of basketball players.
• The material can sustain extreme weather conditions, minimizing wear and tear.
• The surfacing is skid-proof and provides sturdy ground for superior grip. 

• The cost of rubber surfacing is expensive. maintenance costs in the long term are less. 
• The upper layer of the rubber court becomes dull with time.