NC State Aquatic Center

We began with a full walkthrough of deck zones, entries, and wet-traffic corridors to confirm scope, drainage behavior, and how athletes, staff, and spectators move through the facility during peak use. With a competition-ready environment in mind, we mapped staging and sequencing to keep the site controlled and the finished presentation consistent.

We removed failing material where needed and brought the base back to a condition suitable for long-term performance in a constantly wet environment. The substrate was cleaned and prepared to support uniform adhesion and a consistent finished texture across high-visibility deck areas.

We protected coping, drains, walls, lane-line anchors/adjacent fixtures, and edge conditions so lines stayed crisp and surrounding finishes stayed clean. Work zones were set up for safety and predictability—key in a venue designed to host large groups and spectators. 

A high-performance primer/bond step was applied to secure adhesion between the base and the new rubber surface. This layer is critical in natatorium conditions where humidity, splash exposure, and daily cleaning cycles can stress surfaces over time.

The Carolina FlexShield™ rubber system was hand-troweled to the specified thickness/texture to support confident traction in wet areas while staying comfortable underfoot. The goal: a smooth, consistent finish that performs under daily training use and event-level foot traffic. In addition WolfPack logo was added as a prominent feature of the pool deck.

We refined perimeters, transitions, and drain tie-ins for a clean, seamless look and reliable water flow. After cure protection, we completed a final inspection for safety, slip resistance, and visual consistency before turning the area back over for full facility use.