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The Foundation of a Long-Lasting Basketball Court<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A basketball court is only as good as the surface beneath it. Long before tiles are clipped together or a hoop is installed, the sub-base determines how the court will perform, how long it will last and whether problems appear months or years down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide focuses specifically on building the sub-base for a basketball court. It does not cover surface installation or hoop assembly \u2014 those steps come later. Getting the foundation right is what allows everything else to work properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Is a Basketball Court Sub-Base?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sub-base is the engineered foundation that supports the playing surface. Its job is deceptively simple: stay flat, stay stable and manage water. In practice, this means carrying player loads, resisting ground movement and preventing moisture from damaging the court above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For basketball courts, particularly those using modular flooring, the sub-base must be flatter and more precise than a typical patio, driveway or garden slab. Small deviations that would be acceptable elsewhere can cause problems on a court.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Choosing the Right Type of Sub-Base<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most basketball courts are built on either concrete or asphalt, with concrete being the preferred solution in the majority of installations. It provides a stable, predictable foundation that supports consistent ball bounce and long-term surface performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For basketball courts, a reinforced concrete slab should typically meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Minimum thickness of 100\u2013150 mm<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Steel mesh or rebar reinforcement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Laser-levelled finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Subtle fall for outdoor drainage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Asphalt bases can be suitable in certain situations, but they require stricter preparation and are more prone to long-term movement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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