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How to Clean and Restore a Basketball Backboard
Basketball hoops are under constant stress and have to take a ton of beating. And while most indoor hoops won’t be exposed to the elements of nature, outdoor ones will face UV rays, moisture, wind, and a ton of dust and debris. All that accumulates over time and most backboards get scratched, become yellow or frosted, and their overall quality deteriorates. That’s why, in this article, we will learn how to clean and restore a basketball backboard and go through a few additional maintenance tips to keep your hoop in top shape!
When it comes to backboards, there are a few different materials used in making them. They all differ in their qualities and are, therefore, treated differently. Let’s dive a bit deeper into that now…
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Basketball backboard materials
Some of the most common types of basketball backboard materials out there are:
- Acrylic and polycarbonate
- Tempered glass
- Steel and aluminum
- Fiberglass
- Wood
Acrylic and polycarbonate backboards
Acrylic is one of the most widely used materials when it comes to basketball backboards. It has a medium rebound and a decent long-term performance. Plexiglass is another name under which acrylic is branded across the USA. And while it is super durable to potential vandalism or other types of damage, it has on average less bounce when compared to tempered glass backboards.
Polycarbonate is another plastic material, similar to acrylic. The main difference between the two is that polycarbonate adds a ton of durability and is a lightweight and soft material. While they are great for indoor or wall-mounted hoops, polycarbonate backboards have the disadvantage of fading and yellowing when exposed to UV rays.
Tempered glass backboards
While the most expensive out there, tempered glass backboards have the best rebound and are have decent durability over long periods of time. If you’ve ever played basketball on any school court, chances are that the backboard was tempered glass. NBA backboards are also made out of the same material. Apart from the great rebound, when these backboards break (and oh they do) they shatter into pieces that cannot cut anything or anyone. That’s why it is also called safety glass.
Steel and aluminum backboards
Outdoor basketball courts often have metal backboards, either made out of aluminum or steel. The reason for that is because the metal is durable and lasts for decades. Unfortunately, these backboards don’t have the best rebound and have an awkward sound whenever you bounce the ball off them.
Fiberglass backboards
Fiberglass backboards are often found in the cheapest hoops and are mostly made for kids. It is used for portable basketball hoops and kid’s hoops.
Wood backboards
Lastly, wooden backboards haven’t been used for quite a lot of time now but are often the material of choice in DIY projects. The reason for that is because wood is easy to work with and can be easily painted and made look cool. On the downside, wood is the least lasting material out of the bunch. It also doesn’t have the best rebound either.
For some of the best wall-mounted basketball hoops on today’s market, click here! Now, let’s start with polycarbonate and acrylic backboards, as they are the most common types out there.
How to clean polycarbonate and acrylic backboards
Plastic backboards made out of acrylic and polycarbonate pose a few difficulties when they have to be cleaned. Apart from the obvious one (height), they are also prone to mildew growth, scuffing, and hazing over time, especially if they’re outdoors.
The process of cleaning these backboards is the following:
- Wipe down the backboard with a clean cloth to remove all the dust, dirt, and other rough particles from it.
- Soak the backboard in soap and warm water
- Try not to use rubbing alcohol or any other alcohol-based substance as that can damage the plastics
- Wipe down the backboard thoroughly with a clean cloth towel or a soft brush
- If there is hazing or yellowing on the acrylic backboard, you can apply a special acrylic polish that will buff any inconsistencies out
How to clean a tempered glass backboard
Tempered glass backboards are much easier to clean. You can even use regular glass cleaner on them. They are also quite tolerant of harsher chemicals and won’t discolor or get damaged by those.
If you have a glass cleaner in your home, you can use a mix of white vinegar and lukewarm water in a bucket. Just as with other types of backboards, first wipe them clean to prevent any dust specs from scratching the surface in the later stages. Now, spray the whole backboard thoroughly and wipe it down in circular motions without applying too much pressure. If needed, make another pass.
If you don’t want to use a ladder to get to your hoop, there are microfiber brushes on the market that make the process much easier and are specifically designed for glass and acrylic backboards.
If you’re looking for a great glass hoop, I suggest checking out my Goal Setter Wall-mounted basketball hoop review!
How to restore a fiberglass backboard
Over the years, fiberglass backboards tend to lose their looks a bit. Paint can chip off from all the hits and the fiberglass itself can begin discoloring or hazing. If you want to spare yourself a whole replacement, there is a way to restore your backboard.
To begin, remove the backboard from the hoop and get it to a flat table where you will be able to easily work on it with a sander. Use 200-grit sandpaper until you completely smoothen the surface and remove the old paint. Clean the fiberglass with acetone and a clean rug. Next up, add a fiberglass gel restorer. Most of those have to be mixed with a catalyst or water. Follow the instructions on the container to mix everything perfectly. You can apply the said gel with a felt roller. Remember to tape off the hoop’s shooting box, as that can be another color. A normal shooting box is around 24 inches across and 18 inches high with 2-inch thick lines.
After the gel hardens in about an hour, spray the shooting box with a color of your choice from around 1 ft and let it dry before you install the backboard back on the hoop.
If you’re looking for different ideas and inspirations to help you build your ideal basketball court, I highly suggest checking out my detailed article on the topic!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is acrylic of tempered glass better for a basketball backboard?
While tempered glass is without a doubt the more premium material, acrylic backboards do have their advantages. One of the main ones is that they are much more durable and less prone to breaking if hit by an object. That’s because acrylic is softer than glass and objects tend to bounce off it rather than crack or penetrate it.
What type of wood is used in wooden basketball backboards?
Plywood is the most common choice when building backboards. It is durable, relatively resilient to warping, and has pretty good weather-resistant properties, especially when treated properly.
Which is better for a backboard – acrylic or polycarbonate?
While both are clear plastics, polycarbonate has one major flaw – it tends to fade over time. Moreover, if constantly exposed to UV rays, it can turn yellow which isn’t necessarily the prettiest sight for a basketball court.
Final Words
When figuring out how to clean and restore your basketball backboard, the main thing you have to figure out is the material of the backboard. Polycarbonate and acrylic backboards are a bit harder to clean due to the hazing and yellowing they develop over the years. There are countless ways to deal with that, while not all are as effective. Tempered glass backboards are by far the easiest to clean. They also have better rebound capabilities but are more expensive on average.
How to Clean a Glass or Acrylic Basketball Backboard Easily
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Don't you hate it when you look up at your basketball backboard and see how dirty it is? Maybe you think it's just the lighting so you move around and you can still see al the streaks, fingerprints, and whatever else is on there.
You've gotten your gym floor shining and looking good so why not have the backboard looking good all the time too? It's hard isn't? Getting a ladder out, trying to hold on to your rag and bottle of spray and then not falling of the ladder. Then you're going to have to move the ladder to the other side and how are you going to reach above the basket in the middle of the backboard?
No wonder glass backboards always look dirty. It's too much hassle and dangerous to clean them! Cleaning them is no fun!
But there is a really easy way to clean a glass basketball backboard. Introducing the HoopClean Basketball Backboard system which allows you to clean your glass or acrylic backboard. Now cleaning the backboard is fun and easy!
What is the Best Way to Clean an Acrylic Basketball Backboard?
With an 8 foot extendable pole, you'll never have to use a ladder again putting anyone in danger of falling and you'll get the streaks, smudges, and fingerprints off that glass backboard so it looks as good as your gym floor!
Easily Clean your acrylic basketball backboard with the highly sbosrbent microfiber pad then flip the pad over to use the squeegee to finish with a streak free acrylic or glass backboard.
- 100% high quality microfiber holds 7X it's weight in water so you can get every last drop of cleaner
- Fiber length of 16mm is soft and gentle on your hoop and won't cause damage
- Extra padding ensures high water retention so you have a dry finish
- Machine Washable so you don't have to replace the pad
- High tear and wear resistance which means you'll get years and years use out of the HoopClean
- 8' Extendable Pole means your backboard will be cleaner than ever from top to bottom
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- Super smooth swivel movement makes it easy to handle and won't feel like your doing a workout when cleaning
- Swivel lock button to keep the pad right where you want it to avoid constantly making adjustments
So make your life easier and make your backboard cleaner than ever. You're floor and backboards will be shining when the fans pour in leaving them impressed with what a clean facility you have. Order your HoopClean Backboard cleaning system today.
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We can't imagine basketball without the basketball backboard. Basketball backboard is installed at both ends of the court, basketball baskets are attached to the backboards. The front surface of basketball backboard is flat, a marking line is drawn along the contour, and a rectangle is drawn at the location of the ring, the size of which is 45 cm vertically and 59cm horizontal . The size of the standard basketball backboard is 1.8 x 1.05 meters and the installation height is 2.9 meters. NBA standard size basketball backboard in 72 x 42 inches.
What are basketball backboards made of?
Basketball backboard material must be impact resistant. Most often, tempered glass, acrylic or wood are used for their production. Basketball backboards that are not intended for stationary installation are equipped with the same fasteners as punching bags. This method of fastening allows you to withstand the huge weight of the backboard and the player, and make an aggressive basketball game as safe as possible.
Small basketball backboards
If there is no room to mount a standard size basketball backboard, a smaller one is perfect for you. It can be used indoors, office or children's room. Usually small basketball hoop comes with everything you need: size 1 ball, pump and other necessary props.
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You can also buy basketball backboard with basket. Basketball basket is most often made of metal, it is covered with a net without a bottom. The basket is mounted at a height of 3.05 m from the court 15 cm from the edge of the basketball board . The basketball hoop comes in a bright color, most commonly orange. It is impossible to allow the load to be transferred from the basketball hoop to the backboard , so the installation of the basket on the backboard must be done with special care strictly according to the instructions.
Children's backboard
What are the dimensions of the children's backboard? Usually a children's basketball backboard is a rectangle with edges 120 cm by 90 cm. the installation location of the basket is exactly the same as the location on the board for adults .
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The Cavaliers are still in 2nd place in the NBA in three-point shooting, second only to Denver. Donovan Mitchell has been on the loose lately, but Cleveland lost 3 games in a row and dropped to 3rd in the Eastern Conference. Nevertheless, there is every reason to consider the Cavaliers one of the strongest clubs in the East. Wards of JB Bickerstaff are very variable in attack, which is not surprising, because in addition to Mitchell and Garland, they include Karis Levert, Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley, and Kevin Love should not be forgotten. The team does not shirk in defense, but all the same Mitchell works out especially intensively. The Cavaliers still have some room for improvement with Ricky Rubio still in the infirmary and his return should make the bench longer.
The day before, Cleveland failed to cope with Golden State - 101:106. Once again, Garland didn't have a good game, only hitting 5 of 19 shots, and the rest had a very low percentage of shots from behind the arc. Dean Wade did not play, and his absence probably affected. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers again with 29 points. Perhaps Mitchell will not play against Minnesota: his participation is still in question.
Minnesota
Ironically, Minnesota is one of the worst rebounders in the league. The team plays two centers, has a big forward Kyle Anderson, has an athletic Anthony Edwards, but the Timberwolves allow opponents to average more than 12 offensive rebounds per game, taking 29Ranked in the NBA. Perhaps the situation will improve over time, because. Wolves clearly lack teamwork after major changes in the off-season. Anthony Edwards cannot adapt to playing Rudy Gobert, who, unlike Karl-Anthony Towns, must constantly play in the "paint" and take up space in this zone. As a result, Edwards is much less likely to go to the pass and is not even in the top 20 of the league in the number of breakthroughs under the basket. Maybe Chris Finch needs a minute-by-minute split between Gobert and Towns, even though Minnesota's two-big-man lineups are the most effective right now.
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