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Key Features of Synthetic Grass Tennis Courts

Synthetic grass tennis courts are one of the most popular choices for Melbourne homes, combining a soft, natural look with reliable all-year play.

Engineered Synthetic Fibres

The turf is made from engineered polyethylene or polypropylene fibres that mimic natural grass while delivering consistent, predictable performance.

Sand Infill System

Silica sand is brushed into the turf to stabilise the fibres, influence ball bounce and provide traction underfoot.

Cushioned and Player-Friendly

The springy turf and sand infill reduce impact on joints, making synthetic grass ideal for recreational and family play.

Moderate Ball Speed and Bounce

Synthetic grass produces a medium-paced game with a more predictable bounce than natural grass, suiting players of all ages and abilities.

Low Maintenance and Durable

There’s no mowing, watering or rolling required. Routine brushing and occasional infill top-ups are all it needs, and quality fibres resist flattening, rutting and wear.

Customisable Pile Height

A shorter pile delivers faster play, while a longer pile feels softer with more ball dwell time. We’ll help you choose the right specification for how you like to play.

Acrylic hard courts offer the fast, true bounce that competitive players love.

Layered Acrylic Coating System

Multiple layers of acrylic resins, pigments, silica sand and texture coats are applied over a concrete or asphalt base, allowing speed, grip and durability to be carefully controlled.

Fast, Predictable Ball Bounce

The flat, rigid and uniform surface delivers fast ball speeds and consistent rebounds every time.

Professional Standard

Acrylic hard courts are the surface of choice for many major tournaments and can be built to meet ITF standards for competitive play.

High Durability

Acrylic resists cracking, peeling, UV damage and heavy foot traffic. With proper care, the top coats typically only need resurfacing every 8–12 years, depending on use.

Customisable Feel

Texture and sand content can be tailored during construction, and optional cushioned layers can be added for extra comfort underfoot.

Low Maintenance and Weather Adaptable

Acrylic courts dry quickly after rain and stay stable as temperatures change. There’s no watering, rolling or re-sanding required, although regular cleaning and maintenance helps keep shaded areas free of mould and algae.

So, which tennis court surface is best for Melbourne homes? For most families, synthetic grass is the best all-round choice. However, players looking for a professional, tournament-style feel for training will often prefer an acrylic hard court.

• Suited to Melbourne’s Weather: A properly constructed synthetic grass court drains freely and handles Melbourne’s four-seasons-in-one-day weather swings with ease.
• Family-Friendly Comfort: Synthetic grass is softer underfoot with lower joint impact, making it ideal for players of every age.
• Performance and Training: Acrylic delivers fast, consistent play that suits competitive players and those training for club or tournament tennis.
• Multi-Sport Flexibility: Both surfaces can be line-marked for other sports. Ask us about multisport surfaces for pickleball, basketball and netball.
• Your Site Matters: Slope, soil, drainage and orientation all influence which surface performs best on your property, which is why we start every project with a site assessment.

Alongside new court construction, Ultracourts offers a full range of court and sporting surface services:

• Tennis Court Construction: Complete design and construction of residential and commercial courts.
• Tennis Court Conversion & Resurfacing: Convert or refresh an existing court with new synthetic grass or acrylic surfacing.
• Tennis Court Lighting: Energy-efficient LED lighting designed for residential settings.
• Tennis Court Fencing & Retaining Walls: Durable perimeter fencing, gates and retaining walls to suit your site.
• Court Maintenance: Ongoing care to protect your investment and keep your court playing its best.

Ultracourts designs and builds tennis courts across Melbourne and Victoria. With more than 25 years of experience, award-winning projects and SAPIA membership, we create courts that complement your home and deliver lasting, high-quality play. When you choose Ultracourts, you get:

• Correct site assessment to understand your slope, soil and drainage
• Precision construction personally supervised by our experienced team
• The right material selection for your playing style and site
• Better drainage engineering for a court that performs in all seasons
• Compliance with local standards, including permits and approvals
• Access to quality materials from trusted suppliers
• Efficient project management from design through to line marking
• Warranties and accountability backed by our workmanship promise

Learn more on our About Us page, read our guide to synthetic grass tennis court builders in Melbourne, or contact Ultracourts today to discuss the best surface for your court.