If you own a tennis court, you have probably thought about having it resurfaced. Are you considering painting it, or getting a new surface? Here are a few pros and cons for your consideration.
thumbs down, sports courts are still popular. There are a hard surface court at almost every local tennis club, recreational high school, community center, and even the White House! Even the President has a tennis court! So what makes them so good?
When you play tennis, you wear out your playing surface. If it’s a hard surface, you develop carpal tunnel, strain muscles, tennis elbow, etc. On top of that, you spend more time on your feet and more of your playing time recovering from injuries because your playing surface is old and ugly.
Tennis courts are expensive to repair. They cost anywhere from four thousand dollars to ten thousand dollars depending on the country you live in and the square footage. If you’re looking for low cost court repairs, tennis court resurfacing isn’t the answer. You will pay the same for a resurfacing job on an old hardwood court as you would on a new synthetic surface.
But if you have a nice tennis court, why would you want to replace it? The answer lies in the resale value of your home. No matter how well your court looks right now, prospective buyers will be looking at it for at least five years. They may have kids someday. Will they want to play on rough wood or rough artificial surfaces? Even if they do, they’ll likely only play there occasionally.
So if you’ve got a beautiful tennis court, don’t assume you can get the repair job you need. It may not even be worth the expense. A skilled craftsman in my opinion would perform a better job refinishing the surfaces than using a paint or epoxy repair kit. Most of the “pros” at work know the tricks to refinish tennis courts but don’t know how to perform the refinishing properly on wood surfaces.
You would think that if you purchased a used or “vintage” tennis court, it would be easily repairable. Unfortunately, used courts typically have been treated with a water-based acrylic coating system. These systems are so toxic that many homeowners are not even willing to bring their courts into their homes. It’s sad really, but many homeowners don’t realize how toxic these paints are until after the paint has failed and the court has actually cracked.
I don’t want to scare you off, but many used tennis courts are structurally sound but require serious maintenance. If you are looking for an affordable way to refinished your tennis court surface, look into an acrylic coating system. You’ll end up with a better surface, with less maintenance, and will save money on professional repairs. The savings you make on professional repairs could very well cover the cost of the system itself over several years!
Acrylic coatings are completely durable and can withstand constant exposure to outdoor conditions, including constant rain and sun. When the surface cracks, it doesn’t split, chip, or tear. Even when the sun is beating down, the coating stays dry. This is unlike other types of surface repair options which can start drying out and cracking after a few years. There is no difference in appearance or quality when choosing an acrylic-coated tennis court surface.
When choosing a provider for your tennis court repairs, look for a provider that offers a rapid and reliable finish to eliminate future problems. Also, look for a provider that uses high-quality resins and plastics that resist chemical corrosion. A strong bond between the plastic tiles and the court surface provides a long-lasting, durable solution for any cracks in the tennis court.
In general, the best choice for a tennis court installation is to hire a professional service that offers durable solutions for an affordable price. If you are comfortable with doing the job yourself, do so. However, if you do not have adequate knowledge about materials and equipment, hire a professional that can ensure your investment is properly implemented.
Tennis courts are constructed with a hard court surface. The sole purpose of this is to limit wear on the surfaces of the court. However, over time, many cracks may appear that may require repair. To prevent future damage, it is important to repair these cracks before they become a serious concern. For example, small cracks that go unnoticed may expand and form into a larger crack, which may require a larger repair job. Hiring qualified tennis court contractors will ensure that your cracks are repaired quickly and properly, and that the damage is prevented in the future.
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