Quick answer: Choose padel court turf as a complete system: the surface, infill, seams, prepared base and drainage must work together. Start with indoor or outdoor exposure and the way your club will operate, then compare representative samples and an installation proposal. Color or pile height alone cannot identify the right option.
What types of flooring can a padel court use?
The FIP Rules of Padel, effective January 2026 allow cement, synthetic surfaces and artificial grass when the surface provides a regular ball bounce. That is a starting point for checking a court design, not an approval of every product in those categories.
For a club comparing artificial turf, ask each supplier to identify the exact yarn, backing, infill and installation build-up. Compare how the complete proposal addresses your base and maintenance resources; avoid choosing one material solely because another venue uses it.
Start with the court environment
An indoor club, a covered court and a fully exposed outdoor court create different flooring briefs. Give the supplier a clear account of the site so the proposed turf and installation method can be checked against real operating conditions.
- Indoor: lighting, ventilation, cleaning access, door transitions and the condition of the slab are central.
- Covered or semi-open: wind-driven rain, dust, temperature variation and edge drainage still need attention.
- Outdoor: climate, rain exposure, UV requirements, water discharge and maintenance frequency must be confirmed for the selected product.
Do not assume that a product described for padel is automatically suitable for every climate or base. Obtain written confirmation for the exact model and installation.
Compare the surface specification, not just the label
| Item | Why it matters | What to request |
|---|---|---|
| Yarn and pile | Influence the surface feel, appearance and interaction with infill | Exact model data sheet and sample |
| Infill | Quantity, grading and distribution are part of the installed system | Specified type, quantity and maintenance procedure |
| Backing and seams | Affect installation planning, joins and repair strategy | Roll plan, seam method and adhesive compatibility |
| Base and drainage | The finished surface depends on a stable, correctly prepared and drained foundation | Base tolerances, drainage details and site responsibilities |
| Color | Supports venue identity and visual planning | Production sample reviewed under site lighting |
Current Courtiva padel turf option
Courtiva’s PadelFlex padel court artificial turf is positioned for padel courts. Request a current, model-specific data sheet and a representative sample with your quotation. Confirm the proposed infill, backing, roll layout and installation method for the actual site.
A product page is a starting point for the discussion. Final production details and suitability need written confirmation for the selected system; a material description alone does not establish organizer approval.
Prepare the base and drainage before the turf arrives
The surface cannot correct an unsuitable foundation. The project team should resolve levels, water movement, cracks, contamination and interfaces with glass, fencing, posts and access points before installation. For exposed courts, the drainage route should be reviewed as a system—from the turf and base through to the site discharge point.
- Document the existing or proposed base construction.
- Confirm required flatness, slopes and moisture conditions with the installer and turf supplier.
- Coordinate post bases, net anchors, doors and perimeter details before laying out rolls.
- Approve how seams and playing lines will be formed and positioned.
Installation planning checklist
- Confirm court count, dimensions, site access and construction schedule.
- Approve the exact turf model, color sample, line color, infill and accessories.
- Review the supplier’s roll plan so joins and lines are coordinated with the court layout.
- Use the specified seaming materials and installation method on the approved base.
- Distribute and brush infill according to the selected system’s instructions.
- Complete a handover inspection and provide the venue with cleaning, brushing and infill-maintenance guidance.
Plan maintenance at the buying stage
Ask who will remove debris, brush the surface, monitor infill, address local seam damage and control inappropriate footwear or equipment. Maintenance frequency depends on traffic, venue conditions and the selected system. A clear routine is more useful than a generic life-span promise.
Frequently asked questions
Is artificial grass the only padel court surface?
No. The FIP rules include other surface categories. For a turf project, the practical comparison is between identified complete systems that meet the venue brief and applicable competition requirements.
Can new turf be installed on an existing court base?
Only after the installer accepts its condition. Survey cracks, levels, moisture and drainage, then agree any repair work and the compatible installation method before ordering.
Which turf specification matters most?
No single figure settles the choice. Review the model, infill, backing, seams and base together, and ask how the venue should maintain the finished surface.
What to include in a padel flooring RFQ
- Country, climate and indoor/covered/outdoor condition
- Number of courts, dimensions and marked layout
- Base construction, drainage design and current project stage
- Expected opening date and installation responsibility
- Preferred colors, line requirements and sample deadline
- Required data sheets, test reports, installation instructions and maintenance documents
Request a project-specific padel turf proposal
See the Courtiva padel court solution, then send the court count, climate, base and delivery location for a product and installation review.
