5 things you need to know about badminton courts

Badminton is undoubtedly a fun, empowering and energetic sport that everyone enjoys. People tend to love it because it can be played both outdoors and indoors. This means that there are no restrictions on playing badminton. If you want to play it on a rainy day, you can. Badminton is famous all over the world, especially in Europe. This game is now very popular in Asia and China is the medal winning country in badminton. If you play singles, badminton courts are where two players play. In doubles and mixed doubles, there are two players per team, for a total of four badminton players.  

I believe it is essential to know all the basics before playing a particular sport. The reason for this is that this is how you become completely engrossed in the sport and fully master all aspects of the game. Before positioning yourself as a professional badminton player, read on to better understand the game.

1. What is the size of a badminton net?

The net divides the court/playing area into two equal parts, one for each player. The quality and mesh of the net is very good. The net is placed between two poles to keep it straight, stiff and firm. The depth of the badminton net is 760mm, while the width is 6.1m (minimum). The court surface and the top of the net are approximately 1.524m from the center. from the sideline, this distance is 1.55m for a doubles match. the end of the poles and the end of the net are perfectly aligned side by side. This means that there is no gap between the two. 

2. What are the dimensions of a badminton court?

Badminton court dimensions include the length, width and height of the badminton court/playing area. The court is rectangular in shape and a badminton net is divided into two parts by a divider. The court is 13.4 m long and 6.1 m wide. for singles matches, the width is slightly smaller than usual at 5.18 m. The boundaries of the court are marked with white or yellow distinguishing lines. They are about 40 mm wide. 

Badminton players use the back boundary line as the long service line, while the uprights are placed on the side lines of the court. Another distinct line is marked between the net line and the long service line for short service. The distance between the same line and the back dividing line is about 1.98 m. The total length of the court diagonal is 14.366 m.

3. What is the difference between an outdoor badminton court and an indoor badminton court?

Indoor and outdoor badminton courts are roughly the same. The markings and all other badminton court dimensions are the same. The rules and regulations are also similar for both types of courts. However, the flooring varies from indoor to outdoor badminton. Synthetic and rubber flooring courts are usually used for indoor courts. Wooden floors are equally suitable for both types of badminton. Cement flooring is the least popular outdoor and indoor badminton court flooring because it does not provide any absorption and stability to the player's movements.  

4. What are the different types of courts?

From a player's point of view, the badminton court floor or surface is the most important. Since it directly affects the player's performance, there are four types of courts depending on the type of flooring.

a) Cement Ground Courts

These are usually seen in outdoor badminton tournaments such as parks. This is not suitable for daily play as it does not provide shock absorption and hence can lead to knee injuries. 

b) Rubber Floor

These courts have rubber flooring in the form of mats. They are used for indoor badminton courts. They are easy to maintain and they provide relatively good shock absorption.

c) Wooden Floor Courts

They have the natural ability to absorb shocks. Wooden floors are well known and recommended by local sports federations. They are widely used for badminton matches but they have the disadvantage of getting wet due to sweat. This makes the wooden floors slippery for badminton players.

d) Synthetic flooring 

Badminton courts with synthetic floors are the most popular and are best suited for large tournaments and championships such as the Olympics. These floors have a wooden base underneath. They are best suited for bouncing and are highly non-slip. A non-slip surface is a key feature that any player can demand. This prevents players from knee injuries because the pressure on the knees is greatly reduced on such courts. It is also available in two types.

PVC courts

They are non-slip and come in the form of mats that are easily placed on a wooden base. PVC mats are divided into three layers, including a lower, middle and top mat.

Acrylic Pitch

Compared to PVC mats, acrylic mats are cheaper; therefore they are economical. They are available in different colors and are also widely used for other sports. They also have anti-slip properties, but their shock absorption properties are not as good as PVC mats. 

5. How to maintain the court from damage?

Maintaining the court is not a daunting task, but it should be done regularly to prolong its life and improve efficiency. Some tips and tricks related to maintenance are shared below. 

✴ To increase the grip of your feet, you must apply a non-slip coating from time to time.

✴ Wear specially designed, non-marking shoes. 

✴ Over time, the course markings begin to fade. Make a note of them when needed.

✴ Mopping daily to remove dirt, sweat and sticky substances (such as tape and gum) is necessary. 

✴ Power sanding is necessary every 2-3 years to improve the life of your wood floors.

✴ To get a sparkling clean look, wipe the floor with silicone thinner or you can simply use vinegar. Simply add a few drops of them to the mopping solution.

✴ Use the wheels to move things around the court. Do not drag items, as dragging can cause scratches. It will eventually affect the smoothness of the surface.

We hope that with this information you can understand badminton courts in detail. The most important thing to remember is to maintain the court on a regular basis to prolong the life of the court.