Subsurface Preparation
Game courts are designed to be installed on top of a flat, hard subsurface. Most courts that we sell will go over existing concrete slabs, driveways or other surfaces such as paving stones, so the subsurface preparation is limited. In these cases, it is still important to consider a couple of key issues:
Game courts can be laid over structural cracks no wider than 1/2".
Court tiles expand and contract slightly with temperature changes so we advise leaving a gap that is 2" to 3" shorter in width and length than the concrete base.
If an existing subsurface does not exist, we typically recommend installing a concrete base for all game courts due to its performance, durability and longevity.
Concrete Base Recommendations
The following concrete recommendations are for informational purposes only and Game Courts not responsible for concrete design specifications of installation. Specific requirements for concrete design and installation should be confirmed by a local Professional Engineer and/or Licensed Contractor.
Minimum thickness of 4"
Reinforcement Options: 6x6 W1.4xW1.4 Welded Wire Fabric placed at 1/3 the depth of the concrete; #5 continuous rebar at perimeter of slab - min. 2" concrete cover for rebar
Medium broom finish
3,000 PSI at 28 day
Slope: 0.5% Min. / 1% Max.
Joint Spacing
Control joints may be either tooled in "wet" concrete or saw cut within 18 hours of placement
Expansion joints shall be used to separate new concrete whenever it abuts new or existing concrete from curbs, wall and any other rigid pavements/structures
Expansion joints shall be filled with pre-moulded joint filler, min. requirement ASTM D-175
All joints shall be sealed with a sealed with a sealant resistant to both oil and fuel
Subgrade: Min. 6" compacted subgrade 98% of max. density
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Sport Court Modular tile installation
Installing the tiles is a simple task easily undertaken by families or contractors. A full size tennis court can be installed by 4 people in under a day. Smaller courts only a couple of hours.