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Tips on Resurfacing and Maintaining Your Acrylic Tennis Court

The level and frequency of activities on an acrylic tennis court can accelerate wear and tear and necessitate regular surfacing. An even sports ground creates a safe environment for players without the risk of trip and fall accidents. The process of resurfacing and maintaining an acrylic tennis court may be different from other courts, such as concrete, asphalt, and carpet courts. Here you will learn the problems you should look out for to determine the right time for resurfacing the acrylic court, and how to maintain and prolong its life.

Resurfacing the tennis court

One of the key factors that will determine the right time for resurfacing your acrylic tennis court is its construction process. If the court wasn't constructed properly, problems will be encountered during usage of the court, and these will necessitate regular resurfacing. Some of the mistakes that can be performed during construction include the following:

• The construction of an improper slope facilitates water pooling, and this could break down the surface of the acrylic and cause premature wear.
• Inadequate or poor drainage systems cause water to back up to the court, break down the surface coatings, and cause premature wear of its surface.
• Poor compaction of the material during installation, leaving the surface susceptible to cracks, moisture damage, and potholes.

Proper construction of the acrylic tennis court is essential in preventing the above problems. However, if you notice any pooling water, cracks, potholes, or any other signs of wear, you will be required to resurface the court. Also, if the construction was incorrectly done, it should be rectified to avoid recurring problems with your court.

Maintaining the acrylic court

In addition to the regular cleaning of the tennis court, there are other maintenance tips that can keep problems at bay and extend the life of the flooring material. They include the following:

Clear organic debris

Keeping dirt away from your outdoor tennis court can prove difficult. However, make sure that you regularly get rid of any organic debris, including tree leaves. When the debris builds up on the surface of the acrylic, they can hold moisture and transfer it to the acrylic. This can lead to premature wear of the surface, which can be accelerated if the flooring was poorly compacted during installation.

Prevent water backup

Sometimes rainwater can backup into your court even with a proper drainage system. When this happens, the water will pool on the surface and cause a host of problems to the acrylic. You can prevent the backup of water by trimming down the edges of the acrylic court. Contact a professional flooring contractor if you notice any signs of wear on your acrylic tennis court so that you can have it resurfaced. Scheduled maintenance can also help in increasing the durability of the court.