Tennis Court Construction
Q. What is the size of a regular tennis court? A stadium tennis court?
A. A standard tennis court is 60' x 120', and a stadium tennis court is 70' x 130'. Regulation courts may vary slightly in size. Welch Tennis Courts Reps can offer assistance with planning your facility or home tennis court and answer your questions.
Q. What are some extras for a tennis court if we want to upgrade our facility?
A. Windscreens & windscreen logos, benches, Tidi-court baskets, shoe cleaners, score post units, shade shelters, bleachers, and landscaping. You can also replace or paint rusty fence poles, order new net posts, tennis court nets, benches, have the tennis courts resurfaced and so on. Call for quotes 1-800-282-4415
Q. What type of tennis court surface material does Welch Tennis carry?
A. Har-Tru surface material (with binder), HydroBlend (without binder for subsurface irrigated clay courts), Coarse Blend (used to be called Colorado Blend & has no binder) and red clay.
Q. What are the basic needs for clay tennis courts?
A. Tennis court net posts, net & center strap, line tapes, drag broom, court rake, line master, line scrub, lute / scarifier, Court Devil, a roller (but the subsurface-irrigated clay courts don't need to be rolled too often).
Q. What is the difference between a HydroGrid and a HydroCourt?
A. HydroGrid and HydroCourt are both leaders in subsurface-irrigated clay courts. The HydroCourt has gone through different design/specification changes and it would help to know which generation of product we are talking about. The HydroGrid Tennis Court has a 6" base comprised of specific gradations of crushed stone. The HydroGrid subsurface irrigation is installed in that 6" base of crushed stone. There is a plastic liner under the base material, a brick curb installed by hand around the HydroGrid Tennis Court and a one-inch thick layer of the Har-Tru surface material for the best tennis court available today. Welch Representatives can go into more detail on both courts as needed, and many references and awards lists are available too. Also wood fence is a nice option for a country look.
Q. What is the average cost to build a basic hard court? (HydroGrid Court? Overhead Irrigated Clay Court? Hard Court)
A. Speak with Deb Carlson or Dave Moseley for some ballpark numbers and more information about current pricing in your location. You can reach Welch Tennis Representatives toll free at 1-800-282-4415.
Q. What is a cushion surface?
A. A cushion surface is surface material applied to the top of the asphalt court to make a hard court softer, resulting in less body stress and reduced fatigue. DecoTurf is one of the brand name cushion court surfaces that Welch Tennis Courts offers for hard court construction (with a softer feel).
Q. What are the different types of tennis courts that can be built?
A. Hard courts, above ground watered clay courts, sub-surface irrigated clay courts, synthetic turf courts, Clay Tech Tennis Courts, and cushion-coated hard courts of different brand names.
Q. Does Welch Tennis build bocce courts, basketball courts & shuffleboard courts?
A. Yes, Welch Tennis Courts builds bocce & basketball courts and also shuffleboard courts can be built and/ or resurfaced through Welch Tennis Courts, Inc. Call 1-800-282-4415 for a quote.
Q. What is “Fast Dry" or Har-Tru?
A. It is an extremely hard, angular crushed stone with a natural green color. Har-Tru is crushed into different size particles that form a unique combination of sizes, and then combined with a natural temporary binder (gypsum). The combination forms a surface that locks tight enough to support play & angular so that it remains porous.
Q. Does Welch Tennis Courts build courts at private residences?
A. Yes, Welch Tennis Courts will build clay (Har-Tru) tennis courts at private residences all over the U.S. and in the Islands. Welch also builds clay tennis courts for clubs, condominiums, public facilities, resorts, rooftops, apartments, schools, and municipalities, as well as in conjunction with other court builders in other states.
Supplies & Accessories
Q. How many nails does it take to nail line tapes on a court?
A. 8 lbs if 2 ½" nails (above-ground irrigated courts) and 11 lbs if 3" nails for subsurface irrigated courts such as HydroGrid and HydroCourt tennis courts
Q. How much line tape is needed to line one court?
A. One roll of line tape will complete one court. 1 roll = 450'
Q. Which ball machine would you recommend for someone who travels?
A. The Tennis Tutor is a battery powered, portable model that is only 12" tall when folded and can easily fit into a car trunk and it has a towing handle that allows it to tow just like luggage.
Q. What is a center strap for?
A. To keep the net at the appropriate height in the center. It should be 42" at each end of the net and 36" in the center.
Q. Can you provide us with windscreen logos?
A. Yes, Welch Tennis Courts offers windscreens and windscreen logos. Camera-ready art is preferred, .jpg or jpeg is great. Please fax, mail or email a copy of the logo to us and someone in Tennis Supplies and Accessories Dept. will be happy to get you a quote. Welch Tennis Courts' fax number is 813-641-7795
Q. What is the most popular tennis net that you sell?
A. The WTC 3.0 Professional net. It is 3.0 mm thickness, it is tapered not to bunch at the center strap, the top six rows are double mesh; this tennis net has a double vinyl headband, it includes fiberglass end-sticks and it has a 4 year warranty.
Q. What type of “squeegee" / water removers do you sell for hard courts?
A. The Rol-Dri and Miracle Sweep are both 36" wide water removers. The Rol-Dri is a gray foam sponge-type roller that absorbs water. A replacement roller is also available. The Miracle Sweep is a blue condensed material that absorbs and pushes water off the court. Call for a quote for the Miracle Sweep or the replacement parts for it.
Q. Do you sell volleyball nets?
A. Yes, Welch Tennis Courts sells volleyball nets, basketball goals, and other sporting accessories and supplies for courts. Just call and ask 1-800-543-9111
Q. What strength of tyraps for windscreen do you recommend?
A. We recommend 50# strength tyraps for around the entire windscreen. If a person wants to use 120# tyraps – they should only be used on either the top or the bottom as they will not break away in heavy winds and could cause damage to the fence.
Q. What type of shoe cleaners do you carry for clay (Har-Tru) tennis courts?
A. The Treadblaster is a popular shoe cleaner for clay tennis courts. The Scrusher is a base with brushes on the sides and bottom that you rub your feet over. The Tennie Two-Step is a basin with rubber mats that water squirts up through to clean your shoes with a foot brush. Har-Tru Shoe Brush, Mud Chucker, Court Maid (black or green) and other shoe cleaners are available. Call Welch Tennis' Clay, Supplies and Accessories Department for a quote on shoe cleaners for your courts phone1-800-543-9111
Q. What type of windscreen would you recommend for privacy – for around a pool?
A. Privascreen which is available in either 5'8" height or 7'8" height. It is also available on rolls of 150 feet. Call Welch Tennis Supplies and Accessories Dept. for a quote.
Q. Can I have a windscreen logo applied to one of my existing pieces of windscreen?
A. Having a logo put on your existing windscreen is not recommended. The logo will not adhere properly. Welch Tennis can order a new piece of windscreen just large enough to hold the logo so that you can attach it over the existing windscreen.
Q. Which teaching carts do you sell?
A. The Brute Teaching Cart holds 325 balls and the Hoag Teaching Cart holds 350 balls and has solid steel shank wheels. The Deluxe Club Cart holds 325 balls. Welch also offers Gamma and Hoag ball baskets. Call for a quote on the teaching cart of your choice. 1-800-543-9111
Q. What is the Court Rake?
A. The Court Rake is a very popular court scarifier. The Court Rake grooms and scarifies in one step. The Court Rake “rakes" the court, breaking up the clay, having the effect of pulling a very coarse brush over the courts. It rakes over the court lines without harming them. Call the Welch Tennis Supplies and Accessories Dept. for a quote on a Court Rake. The Court Rake will simplify and speed up clay court maintenance at your facility. 1-800-543-9111
Q. Do you repair ball machines?
A. The Welch Tennis Supplies and Accessories Dept. people can put you in touch with the manufacturer of your ball machine for the repairs needed.
Q. Can I get windscreen that is 4' high instead of the standard 6' or 9'?
A. Yes, the 6' high windscreen can be cut down to 4' for a minimal additional charge.
Q. How do I measure the fence for windscreen?
A. Windscreen can be measured from tension bar to tension bar or from post to post. Make sure that you let us know how the windscreen was measured as the Welch Tennis Accessories Rep will need that information to ensure a proper fit.
Q. How far apart are the grommets on the windscreen?
A. Grommets are evenly spaced one foot apart.
Q. What is the outside diameter of a tennis net post?
A. 2 7/8 inches
Q. What is the purpose of the Court Devil?
A. The Court Devil is designed to scarify the Har-Tru (fast dry/ clay) court surface and prevent build-up of mold and algae. Welch Tennis Courts offers the Court Devil and also the Court Devil Jr.
Q. What is Calcium Chloride used for?
A. Calcium Chloride is used to keep the moisture in a clay/ HarTru tennis court. Calcium Chloride is often used before and during tournaments where longer court time is needed and closing a court for watering would not be convenient during tournament play.
Q. How far apart are hemmed vents placed on windscreen?
A. Hemmed vents start at 5 feet from the left edge and are then placed every 10 feet on the windscreen.
Q. What are the dimensions of the standard Courtside Canopy Benches?
A. Courtside Canopy Benches are available in either a 10' canopy with an 8' bench or an 8' canopy with a 6' bench.
Q. What is the stiffest broom that you carry?
A. The Eagle broom is the stiffest hand model broom that Welch Tennis offers. Proline makes a hand or tow model with 4 1-1/2" bristles that can be soft or coarse. Welch Tennis also has a hand or tow model steel bristle broom.
Q. What information is needed to order pole pads?
A. To order pole pads Welch needs the circumference of the pole and height desired for the pad, also the desired thickness and color. A drawing would also be helpful.
Q. What is the difference between the 3.5 Tournament net and the 3.0 Professional net?
A. The 3.5 Tournament net is a 3.5 mm polyethylene net that has a vinyl headband with four rows of lock stitching and comes with a three year warranty. The 3.0 Professional net is a 3.0 mm polyethylene net that has six rows of double mesh at the top, also with a double vinyl headband, is tapered not to bunch at the center strap, and has four rows of lock stitching and comes with a four-year warranty.
Q. What is your turn around if I order something?
A. The turn around time or lead time depends on the item. If it is in stock we can send it by UPS and you should get it the next day if you are in Florida. If it is not in stock the item would be drop-shipped and you should get your order within 3-5 business days.
Q. Can I purchase less than a full pallet of clay?
A. Yes you can order less than a full pallet of clay (fast dry / Har-Tru surface material), however there is an additional fee for the clay material and a minimum delivery charge. (When customers are nearby the Welch Tennis Headquarters, they can stop by and pick up a few bags of Har-Tru, and avoid the shipping cost).
Q. What can be used to clean the leaves & other debris off my court?
A. The Aussie Clean Sweep is used for cleaning leaves and other debris off the tennis court surface. It also leaves the court surface with a nice brushed look.
Q. Do you carry volleyball nets for pools?
A. Yes we do. Welch Tennis can have pool volleyball nets custom-cut to your dimensions.
Q. Does Welch Tennis sell net posts?
A. Yes, Welch Tennis sells both internal and external wind net posts that will fit into your existing sleeves or can be purchased with new sleeves. For an additional amount, the Welch Tennis Courts Resurfacing Dept. can have new net posts installed at your facility by trained personnel.
Q. Do you carry coolers?
A. Yes, Welch Tennis can get you a 5 or 10 gallon cooler and also units that come complete with a stand, basket, cup dispenser and cooler.
Q. Do you sell a PVC umpire chair?
A. Yes, the Welch Tennis Courts Accessories/ Tennis Court Supplies reps can send you a photo by email or you can see it on the Welch Tennis website. Umpire Chair Umbrellas are also available for purchase.
Q. Do you have aluminum cooler stands?
A. Yes Welch Tennis offers aluminum cooler stands, complete with stand, basket and cup dispenser.
Q. Do you carry metal drag mats?
A. Yes, metal drag mats come in several different sizes.
Q. I need a new float valve.
A. Is it for the HydroGrid (round canister) or the HydroCourt (square black box)? HydroGrid floats are brown and orange and resemble a toilet float. HydroCourt floats are white and blue and say Gebriet (if it is older it might be white with brass fittings, or even older and made almost entirely of brass). For HydroGrid tennis courts canisters the float and valve are sold as one piece. The HydroCourt float valve is also available as a replacement part.
Q. Does Welch Tennis Courts sell benches?
A. Yes, Welch Tennis carries poly benches in 4', 5' and 6.5' lengths. Welch also offers a 5' backless bench. The Wilbur Bench is aluminum and is available in a variety of lengths. The Welch Tennis Courts Website contains a variety of available benches also.
Q. Do you sell an awning that can attach directly to my fence?
A. Yes we sell a 4' x 10' awning called the Shady Court that attaches to the fence. It is available in green and white striped, or green only. Benches are sold separately and can be placed underneath. See accessories price list.
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