Pickleball Perfection: How to Create the Ideal Backyard Pickleball Court

Pickleball Perfection: Mateflex Tiles - Your Ace for Indoor & Outdoor Play

Pickleball is sweeping the nation, and whether you're playing indoors or out, the right court surface is crucial to consider before construction begins. Look no further than Mateflex tiles – the ideal choice for a top-performing, durable, and visually stunning pickleball experience.

Why Mateflex for Pickleball?

• Unmatched Performance: Mateflex tiles have a distinct advantage over "similar" outdoor pickleball tile materials, and that advantage is built into our tiles every 3".  Our proprietary Flex Joint technology greatly helps to provide a flexible material that will conform to your underlying concrete or asphalt subsurface.  Contact with the tile and the underlying subsurface is crucial to providing a consistent, predictable ball bounce, essential for a competitive game. The textured surface of our TopCourt tile also offers excellent traction, allowing for quick movements and confident play.
• Indoor & Outdoor Versatility: Unlike some surfaces that are limited to only indoor or only outdoor use, Mateflex tiles excel in both environments. Our tiles are UV-resistant and made our of a high-quality polypropylene copolymer. They are built to withstand the elements, ensuring years of enjoyment.
• Safety First: Thanks to the one-of-a-kind Flex Joint technology that is built into our brand of tile materials, a properly installed Mateflex tile court will not "bubble" or bump up in the warmer temperatures. Our tiles will remain level and in contact with your subsurface, ensuring not only consistent play but also the safety of your players by removing this clear tripping hazard that can occur with other brands of tile. The tiles also offer superior shock absorption compared to concrete or asphalt, reducing joint stress and fatigue.
• Easy Installation & Maintenance: Mateflex tiles are incredibly easy to install, making them a great DIY project. They require minimal maintenance – a simple sweep or hose-down is usually all it takes.
• Customization Options: Express your style with a wide range of colors and designs. Create a unique court that reflects your personality or matches your team colors.
• Durability You Can Trust: Mateflex tiles are built to last, resisting wear and tear from even the most intense pickleball matches. They are a long-term investment in your pickleball passion.

Indoor Pickleball Paradise:

While most would agree that the traditional look for an indoor pickleball court would feature a seamless, solid top surface, our TopCourt tile remains unbeaten for indoor pickleball use as well, especially in situations where our customer may wish to pull up their materials and take them to a new location.  For pickleball clubs that may be temporarily leasing or renting a space, the option to take your investment along with you if need be is an incredible benefit to both your club and business.  

Troubleshooting Your Subsurface Before Your Court Installation:

At Mateflex, we completely understand how to make your pickleball court perform at it's best.  The first step to creating the perfect pickleball court for your club, backyard, or your local park is to prioritize a solid, flat, concrete or asphalt subsurface that is free of large cracks (anything approaching 1/2" width) and heaving or dipping that may be occurring as well.  This is the single most important factor to consider prior to installing an overlay system on top of your existing base.  Mateflex tiles can help to cover small aesthetic cracks in your base and can provide a near-perfect ball bounce on the right substrate, but unfortunately they are not a cure-all for spaces that have major underlying issues ahead of time.

If you have an existing court that you are looking to convert to a pickleball court, please contact us beforehand to consult with our team so we can help create your perfect court for years to come.

Elevate Your Pickleball Game with Mateflex:

From the consistent bounce to the superior safety and stunning customization options, Mateflex tiles are the ultimate choice for both indoor and outdoor pickleball courts. Invest in a surface that will enhance your game and provide years of enjoyment.

Would you like to explore specific color combinations for your Mateflex pickleball court, or perhaps learn more about the installation process?   Contact us today to learn more!