Tennis Court Surfacing
At Vintage Contractors we are proud to build projects to weather the test of time. Our team of experienced staff and proven product selection can fulfill any installation, renovation, repair and resurfacing of tennis and multi-game courts from the professional level to city parks and schools to custom residential applications. The products on this page satisfy installations for a wide range of climates, playing characteristics and budgets. Select individual product categories to learn more.
Plexipave And Plexicushion Tennis Court Surfaces
Advanced acrylic tennis surface systems for indoor and outdoor tennis facilities
Plexipave and Plexicushion systems are advanced tennis surfacing systems designed to provide players with the highest levels of surface performance for competition and cushioning for safe training.
The Plexicushion System combines the consistent bounce, sure footing, and outstanding durability of Plexipave with the innovative shock-absorbing properties of EPDM Rubber cushioning. The result is a sure-footed surface that dynamically responds to body impact and reduces fatigue on player’s legs ankles and feet. The multi-layered resiliency lengthens the orthopedic life of players of all ages, from juniors who are just starting to play competitively, to seniors who are enjoying the game in their golden years.
- Increases Health and Longevity for Players of All Ages
- Adjustable Level of Cushioning
- Leading UV Formulation Protects Pigmentation Against Color Fading
- Can be customized to All ITF Pace Rating
Plexipave Sport Surfacing Systems uses recycled and post-industrial components in each of the formulations. This manufacturing choice minimizes the exploitation of petroleum and wood resources. The Plexicushion Prestige System (liquid) contains 16.5% of post-industrial or recycled products.
The Plexicushion substrate, a special blend of latex, rubber and plastic particles, forms a resilient layer that absorbs body shock and reduces muscle fatigue. The 100% acrylic Plexipave Surface provides consistent and uniform bounce, long lasting color, and allows speed of play specification.
System Components Plexipave and Plexicushion are engineered tennis surface systems made up of innovative materials installed according to rigid application specifications. Each layer in the system serves a specific purpose, and contributes to the quality of the finished court.
- Textured line paint insures uniform ball bounce.
- Highly pigmented finishes allow speed of play specification. (Available in a popular palette of colors)
- Multiple Plexipave acrylic layers for the firm, uniform and durable surface Plexipave and Plexicushion are noted for.
- Plexicushion is an enhancement that provides dynamic response to body impact, attenuates foot and leg shock, and reduces fatigue.
- A filler undercoat.
- The Systems can be installed indoors or outdoors, on asphalt or concrete.
- Additional Plexipave products are used for patching, leveling and etching base surfaces
Plexipave
Plexipave Sport Surfacing Systems are 100% premium acrylic all-weather surfaces suitable for indoor or outdoor application. They are ideal for tennis courts, athletic tracks, netball courts and other multipurpose sports surfaces. Plexipave surfaces are available in a full range of standard and custom colors perfect for sport and walkway applications. Minimal maintenance costs make it very economical and all Plexipave surfaces are 100% environmentally friendly.
The Plexipave Color Finish System is an all-weather, durable, quick drying color surface that provides superior resistance to deterioration from ultra-violet rays. Plexipave is a color intense tennis surface formulated for use over asphalt and concrete. The high performance finish coat is available in ten popular standard colors. Custom colors are available to meet individual needs. Plexipave has been the choice of tournament installations around the world.
Durability and value worldwide
Owners and facility managers around the world appreciate Plexipave’s long-lasting, all-weather durability.It’s 100% acrylic, asbestos-free composition retains color, texture and playability for 5 to 7 years between resurfacings. Excellent wear resistance represents significant value:a Plexipave or Plexicushion court is a wise investment that yields substantial returns year after year.
Outstanding Service and Support
Plexipave and Plexicushion are the most widely used acrylic tennis court surfacing systems in the world. They have achieved a global presence in tennis surface systems, and enjoy an international reputation for excellence and dependability. With the Plexipave and Plexicushion Systems, you get superior products supported by a worldwide organization of authorized applicators.
Superior Playability
Tennis players everywhere attest to the superior playability of the Plexipave System. Plexipave’s speed of play makes it possible for all types of players to excel, and its distinctive qualities of consistently true bounce and sure footing enhance coaching, training and competition. According to coaches, when tournament competitors play on Plexipave and Plexicushion, they are unhindered by surface inconsistencies, allowing a level of play which truly reflects the athlete’s skill.
Plexipave systems are formulated to meet the requirements of players at any level. For tennis court surfaces, there are three systems to choose from, offering varying degrees of speed and playability, all rated by the governing body of the game, the International Tennis Federation (ITF).
Plexipave IW – ITF Category 1 – Pace: Slow
For those who desire a much slower surface, to compensate for lower humidity, high altitudes or simply to change the pace of the game, Plexipave has developed the I.W. mixture, first used at the Indian Wells, CA tournament facility.
Plexipave Standard – ITF Category 3 – Pace: Medium
Considered by many to be the best combination of consistency-of-play, pace and foothing. Plexipave Standard is the traditional and most widely used tennis court surface system. Standard Plexipave provides a consistent and reliable medium-pace playing surface.
Plexipave H.U. – ITF Category 4 – Pace: Medium-Fast
Harvard University has been the birthplace of many great innovations and playing traditions. Plexipave H.U. is no exception. It has also been adapted as the standard for the Australian Open Series.
Plexicushion Prestige
- Plexicushion Prestige is the surface of the Australian Open.
- The original and still undisputed champion of cushioned tennis surfacing systems.
- The sub-surfacing system is comprised of SBR and EPDM rubber granules, compressed plastic particles and special mineral fibers bound by special water based polymers.
Plexicushion 2000
- The first cushioned acrylic tennis court system specifically designed for application to slightly cracked or deteriorated concrete or asphalt bases.
- The unique slip-sheet “release coating” allows for a perfect and stable finished surface that is unaffected by base shifting.
Premier Court
PREMIER COURT® is the culmination of the most expansive research and development program ever in the tennis court and sports surfacing industry. Millions of dollars have been spent to develop the finest cushioned, crack proof, maintenance free playing surface available.
PREMIER COURT® is a patented manufactured composite, which when combined with standard acrylic recreational coating, creates the PREMIER COURT® Surfacing System.
Premier Court® is:
- An all-weather cushioned sports surface
- Ideal for indoor and outdoor installations
- Designed to be an overlayment to hard courts, either asphalt or concrete
- Developed to eliminate existing cracking problems and prevent future problems
- A surface for courts on ground level, courts on roof or garage decks, and perfect for courts with limited or poor access
- A surface that provides consistent playability shot after shot – GUARANTEED for 25 Years!
Plexicusion Competition
- New cushioned surface system combines the force reduction of the successful Plexitrac® System with the consistency of Plexicushion.
- Thicker layer of cushioning contains specifically-gradated rubber granules with our proven polyresin binder technology.
- The ideal seamless surface for indoor and warm-weather climates.
Premier Trournament
Identical design to the industry-leading Prestige system, affordably constructed by removing one layer of Base Coat.
Rebound Ace
The Rebound Ace range of products and their application to a wide range of sports is unequalled in the acrylic sports surface industry. Rebound Ace is well known and highly regarded for the high standard and development of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park over 20 years. It is impressive that many courts remained in play for 20 years requiring only minimal surface maintenance with the underlying cushion functioning consistently for 20 years. This technology and history provides a confidence that the Rebound Ace product has what it takes to go the distance.
When you consider the life cycle costing of a Rebound Ace court, the minimal maintenance costs, long cushion life combined with a surface designed to a level well beyond the competition, you will see its way below the alternatives. Whether it be Tennis, Netball, Volleyball, Futsal or numerous others Rebound Ace has a surface to suit, born from a history of quality, reliability and association with Champions.
Clay Court Systems / Har-Tru Clay
Clay tennis courts are on the rise in Northern California. The unique surface allows players to slide into their returns, preventing hard stops that may agitate joints, making for a healthier playing life. Clay courts are also ready to play on sooner than regular hard courts after rain fall because the surface absorbs the water. Many professional tennis players train on clay courts to help them develop a complete all-court game.
Har-Tru Surface Choices
Har-Tru’s American Red Clay is composed of red stone and brick dust combined in a time-tested formula to produce exceptional playability and a beautiful deep burgundy red. While American Red Clay provides the rich color many people long for, it does so in a formula that behaves more like Har-Tru. This means simpler maintenance and very consistent playability. American Red is formulated specifically for installation with HydroCourt sub-surface irrigation. American Red typically has a greater amount of loose top dressing than a green Har-Tru court and consequently plays a bit slower.
ClayTech is an artificial clay court that more closely replicates real clay than anything else on the market. It also requires the least maintenance of any clay court on the market. ClayTech is composed of a quarter-inch polypropylene membrane that gets glued down to an existing hard surface and in-filled with Har-Tru or European brick dust, giving it the look and feel of a real clay or Har-Tru court. Specialized line filler is used to create permanent playing lines that require only occasional freshening. Material can be added to taste on an as-needed basis. Its unique construct makes it a court that you can walk away from for six months but have up and running again in less than one hour. Its low maintenance and minimal water requirements also make ClayTech ideal for an indoor clay court.
Above Ground Irrigation
A Har-Tru court requires water to remain compacted and stable. Water can be added to a court with an above ground or sub-surface irrigation system.
Har-Tru tennis courts require water for proper maintenance. The watering cycle should begin as soon as feasible after play ends for the day. Watering as early as possible allows maximum time for the surface water to disperse before the courts are opened in the morning.
Har-Tru courts need as much water as it takes to “flood” the courts daily. Flooding is defined as having water stand on the entire court area. Water from the areas that receive the most water from the sprinkler heads must flood into areas that receive less water until the whole area is covered or flooded. Water needs to drain through the Har-Tru surface and penetrate the base material. The moisture is stored in the base until the surface begins to dry out. Once the surface begins to dry out, evaporation will pull the moisture from the base up into the Har-Tru surface to keep it moist.
Fast-Dry Courts, Inc. is an expert in sprinkler systems for above ground irrigated Har-Tru courts. Har-Tru tennis courts need a properly designed sprinkler system in order to maintain adequate court moisture levels. An efficient sprinkler system includes:
- Proper design
- Adequate water pressure
- Adequate water supply
- Proper size and type of pipe, sprinkler heads and nozzles
- Proper solenoid valves and controller
Hydrocourt Subsurface Irrigation
HydroCourt is a self-regulating irrigation system that waters the court from below. Each court is constructed with six, fully lined, individually controlled cells. Each cell is monitored by a water control box allowing adjustments to be fine tuned to player preferences. Increasing the water in the control boxes increases the water level in the court. Once the appropriate water level is achieved a float valve and an overflow pipe inside the control box keep the water level constant. It’s that simple!
HydroCourt is time tested in great numbers all across the globe. Well over 1,000 courts have been installed since 1985 in the US alone. And the HydroCourt system has been proven in every climate imaginable including countries like Canada, England, France, Japan, Qatar, Spain, Tortola, Turkey and more.
Why Do People Choose HydroCourt?
- Perfect Playing Conditions 24/7. HydroCourts stay uniformly wet, smooth and firm for a consistent bounce and exceptional footing.
- More available court time. HydroCourt technology eliminates midday shut downs and improves drainage. HydroCourts are playable during light rain and dry rapidly after a heavy one.
- Maintenance is cut in half. Rolling is needed infrequently, brushing is required once a day and watering is completed automatically and uses 40% less.
- Comfort. With water rising from below, some people feel like HydroCourts are air conditioned; they can be as much as 20 degrees cooler than a hard court.
Sand Filled Synthetic Grass
Plays and looks like grass, yet requires little maintenance and can be used year round.
Vintage Contractors uses NGI Sports products for our synthetic court needs. Since 1991, NGI Sports has researched, developed, designed and engineered sports surfacing systems that shape great sport playing areas.
Advantages of Synthetic Grass Courts
- True shot response, speed, bounce, spin and slice
- Optimal turn and foot release
- Superior traction through vertical and dense fiber system
- Eco-friendly backing
- Easy installation and low maintenance
- Eliminates cracking, peeling, spalling, and reflective cracks
- Custom colors available, including two-tone construction
- Sportline System (optional) – white lines tufted into the fibers
Synthetic Grass Surface Options
The world’s top players are training more and more on clay. Aussie Clay was designed to provide high performance, cost-effective, low-maintenance surface with play similar to clay. The courts are constructed with a turf base and installed to exhibit sliding qualities similar to that of clay courts – higher bounces, slower play, slide and traction from a stop that mimic the clay experience. Available in three colors: Terracotta, Rubico Green, and Rubico Grey.
- Synthetic clay infill
- Inlaid sewn turn line
- Synthetic polyethylene turn
- 3-ply sports backing system (provides thermal and dimensional stability
The world’s only true dual-cushioned court system for reduced body stress and impact on joints- including a fixed, eco-friendly urethane cushion base later and special blended color aggregate. Ideal for HOAs, residential communities and mature players looking to extend the game
- 5/8” Polyethylene XP yarn system
- Premium infill
- Sports backing system
- 4. 3mm cushion pad
A cushion court surface that bears the name of its designer, former world champion Mr. Jack Kramer. Designed to give balanced playing qualities throughout the entire court, with shorter, denser fiber for true grass-like ball response and excellent traction in a low-slide surface.- Urethane Coating
- 3/8” Polyethylene fiber
- Premium infill
- 3-ply sports backing system (provides thermal and dimensional stability)
A top-line court ideal for all levels of competitive tennis, ProCourt XP brings a medium speed of play, for all levels of competitive tennis. One of our most popular surfaces.
- Urethane Coating
- 5/8” Polyethylene XP yarn system
- Premium infill
- Premium sports backing system
Asphalt Overlay
Asphalt is a readily available, cost effective solution for all-weather courts.
Construction consists of a 2” base course followed by 1.5” of wearing course asphalt. Upon completion, the asphalt must dry-out (sometimes referred to as curing) for approximately 14-21 days before the coating process takes place.
In addition to acrylic coatings, asphalt provides a suitable material for a variety of surface applications including sand-filled turf and cushioned rolled goods.
Advantages of Asphalt Include:
- Less expensive
- Readily available
- Year-round playability
- Familiar surface for players
- Low maintenance
Post Tension Concrete Overlay
Vintage Contractors specializes in Post Tension concrete slab construction.
This method of constructing a tennis court is the most durable base you can choose. It is resistant to cracking due to moving soils, land shift/movement, root damage and moisture intrusion, which are the most common causes of cracking in asphalt tennis courts. Please contact us to learn about this technically advanced form of concrete construction.
Slipsheet Overlay Process
Cracked asphalt tennis courts are the most common type damaged courts we see.
Run-down asphalt courts can be turned into a brand new tennis court in 3-4 weeks by installing a Slipsheet Overlay. Slipsheet is a specially constructed ply felt that is built for strength, flexibility and the allowance of movement from substrates. We have tried every form of crack repair over the last 40+ years and by far none work as well as a Slipsheet Overlay. Our extended list of references going back 30 years can tell you the story of how long a slipsheet overlay will last last. Please contact us for more information.
Slipsheet System
- After cleaning out cracks, they are then filled with oxyrene epoxy which is left to dry for at least 1 hour before the slipsheet can be installed.
- Slip-sheets are rolled out one-by-one. A light layer of epoxy glue is poured onto one side of each slip-sheet as it is being rolled out for attachment to the following sheet.
- Primary membrane and fine sand are mixed together and applied using a squeegee to secure the Slip-sheets.
- The secondary membrane is applied by squeegee over a burlap (jute) mesh for increased flexibility and strength.
- Rock and sand aggregates are combined with a AC waterproof binder
- After flooding the court and court-patching any pools more than 1/3 inch deep, three refinement coats (including a second jute coat) are applied by squeegee on top of of the secondary membrane.
- The Court is then rolled multiple times for compaction and leveling purposes.
- Once the court is devoid of any surface inconsistencies, 3 coats of Plexipave paint are applied by squeegee.
