Padel Guide

Padel Court Construction & Design Guide

Expert technical articles for investors, architects and club owners: from court dimensions and FIP standards to surfaces, structures, budgeting and maintenance. Everything you need to plan, build and run a professional padel court.

Corrosion-resistant Unixpadel padel court built in a coastal, humid seaside environment

Can padel courts be built in coastal/humid areas?

Salt air and humidity can weaken conventional structures. Discover our engineering solutions, anti-corrosion treatments and finishes designed for the most demanding coastal environments.

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Indoor padel court structure showing the ideal ceiling height for lob shots

What is the ideal ceiling height for a padel court?

The lob is a strategic shot in padel. To guarantee perfect playability and comply with FIP standards, explore our technical guide on the optimal ceiling heights for indoor clubs.

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Padel court construction cost breakdown: slab, structure, glazing and lighting

Padel court budgeting guide

Slabs, structures, glazing, lighting and playing surfaces: plan your investment precisely. A complete cost breakdown for project owners and professional clubs.

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Padel project design factors

5 key factors when designing a padel project

The architect’s and investor’s guide: space planning, structural integrity against wind loads, glass walls, lighting and FIP standards to maximize your club’s integrity and return on investment.

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Padel net and mesh systems quality

How to assess the quality of padel nets and mesh systems?

Often overlooked in favor of glass and turf, the net and mesh are nonetheless essential. Material composition, thread thickness, knotless design and tension band: the criteria that determine rebound, safety and durability.

Identify a quality net

Padel court maintenance

Maintenance tips for a padel court

Daily sweeping, sand redistribution, glass cleaning and structural inspections: adopt a daily, weekly and monthly maintenance routine to preserve the performance, safety and longevity of your court.

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Padel court dimensions

What are the standard dimensions of a padel court?

10 m × 20 m, 200 m² of playing area, wall heights and service lines: discover the official dimensions, height limits and layouts that comply with international standards for approved matches.

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How to build a padel court

How to build a padel court?

From land preparation to the assembly of the galvanized structure and premium components: follow the key stages of a successful, durable build, from excavation to silica sand infill.

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Padel court surface options

Court surfaces: artificial turf or concrete?

Bounce, safety and maintenance: compare the two most common surfaces. Artificial turf with its silica sand versus porous concrete, with the advantages, drawbacks and maintenance requirements of each.

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What is padel

What is padel?

The complete guide to the world’s fastest-growing racket sport: origins, rules, scoring system, underarm serve, essential equipment and the reasons behind its social and accessible success.

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