If you want to have a good time, you should seriously consider getting involved in some recreational sporting fun. I have just returned from an amazing weekend on the golf course. Before now, I didn't see the point of hitting a very small ball around a big field. However, when you understand the game, it is a lot of fun. The weekend before, I was sailing in a boat and that was exhilarating. Before I was introduced to these activities, my weekends were quite dull. I decided to start this blog to encourage others to get involved and to have some fun!
Tennis is one of the most popular sports across Australia and is being adopted by an increasing number of people each year, as the health benefits of this active pastime are uncovered. If you're planning to introduce a tennis court or two at your new residential complex, you may be thinking about its construction. What is the most popular surface these days for a new tennis court?
Changing Requirements
Traditionally, tennis would have been played on natural grass, but as this could be vulnerable to weather conditions, an increasing number of developments chose hardcourt or clay as an alternative. Yet these would have their own drawbacks and, as a consequence, the sport turned to artificial grass solutions with good effect, such as synthetic grass tennis courts.
Synthetic Make-Up
Synthetic turf has the same appearance as natural grass and feels pleasant underfoot, as well. This turf is made from a variety of different materials, such as polyethylene and polypropylene, and its base can be made of recycled rubber. It is used not only in tennis court construction, but in an increasing number of parks and sports ground around the country, as well as in residential situations.
Upkeep
These synthetic courts require little maintenance and this will certainly cut down on your ongoing costs. You just have to make sure that the surface is brushed every now and again to clear leaves or other debris, which will keep the blades standing upright. This definitely compares favourably to a real grass court, which will need to be fertilised, watered and mowed frequently.
Durability
Typically, an artificial grass court will last for up to a decade and will not fall foul of hazardous weather conditions. The installations will remain aesthetically pleasing, no matter how many matches are held and you won't have to worry about downtime or cancellations due to the condition of the surface.
Quality and Safety
Many expert tennis players consider that synthetic grass surfaces are better when it comes to ball delivery and predictability. The surface feels much better underfoot and tends to improve overall performance during a game. Not only that, but it is felt to be a lot safer, as moisture is absorbed quickly and displaced using the special drainage system underneath. As a consequence, the surface doesn't become slippery and this reduces the chance of injuries.
Weighing up the Options
Make sure that you consider all the various options carefully when you are planning the installation of your tennis courts. You will find that the synthetic alternative makes more sense on all fronts and will be a much better investment for you.