Since 1987 · Courts & Surfaces
Sports Flooring & Court Surfaces in the UAE
Raymond Sport is the sports flooring UAE clubs, schools, developers and municipalities trust to build the whole court — not just lay the surface. From EPDM, polyurethane (PU), acrylic and sprung wood to artificial turf and safety surfacing, we design, supply and install every sports flooring and court surface system — matched to the sport and built to ITF, FIBA and EN standards — across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the wider Emirates.
A court is only as good as what is under the surface. That is why Raymond Sport delivers the sub-base, drainage, surface system and line marking under one contract — with premium brands like Laykold, California Sports Surfaces and Premier Coatings, and one accountable team from ground to game.
Key Takeaways
Sports flooring and court surfaces are the engineered systems — EPDM, PU, acrylic, sprung wood, turf and safety surfacing — that make a court safe, consistent and fit for its sport.
- Who builds them in the UAE: Raymond Sport designs, supplies and installs sports flooring and every court type across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Emirates, since 1987.
- Court + surface, one contractor: sub-base, drainage, surface system and line marking under one contract.
- Standards: built to ITF, FIBA, World Athletics and EN 14904, with premium brands (Laykold, California Sports Surfaces, Premier Coatings).
- The surface matters: the right system depends on the sport, indoor/outdoor and budget — not one floor fits all.
Sports Court Construction in the UAE
Raymond Sport builds every sports court in the UAE — from padel and tennis to basketball, football and multi-use games areas — each to its federation standard, with the right surface and line marking. Explore court construction by sport.
Sports Flooring & Surface Systems
Raymond Sport supplies and installs every sports flooring system in the UAE — EPDM, PU, acrylic, rubber, sprung wood, vinyl, safety and aquatic surfaces — matched to the sport, the setting and the budget. Explore surfaces by system.
Sports Surface Systems Compared: EPDM, PU, Acrylic, Sprung Wood & Turf
There is no single "best" sports surface — there is the right system for the sport, the setting and the budget. Here is how the main sports flooring systems compare, so you can match the surface to the court.
| System | Feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Acrylic / Cushioned Acrylic | Hard, fast, consistent | Tennis, basketball, padel, multi-court — outdoor courts (Laykold, California Sports Surfaces) |
| Polyurethane (PU) | Seamless, shock-absorbing | Gyms, indoor multi-sport, running tracks — poured-in-place, durable |
| EPDM (Wet Pour) | Soft, coloured, seamless | Playgrounds, tracks, splash pads — EN 1177 impact safety |
| Sprung Wood | Natural bounce, premium | Indoor basketball, volleyball, futsal — EN 14904 sports halls |
| Artificial Turf | Grass-like, all-weather | Football, rugby, hockey, cricket, landscape — FIFA-quality |
| Rubber / Vinyl / Safety | Resilient, non-slip | Gyms, wet areas, safety surfacing — tiles or rolls |
Football
Golf
Rugby
Cricket
Hockey
Landscape
How We Build a Court or Surface, Sub-base to Line Marking
A surface that fails always fails from underneath. Raymond Sport builds the whole court under one contract — so one team is accountable from the ground up, not just the top coat.
| # | Stage | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Survey & Design | Levels, drainage falls and the surface system specified to the sport and standard — issued as drawings. |
| 02 | Sub-base & Drainage | Compacted aggregate or asphalt base laid to falls, with drainage. The stage that decides whether the surface lasts. |
| 03 | Base Preparation & Primer | Base cured and primed so the surface system bonds correctly and evenly. |
| 04 | Surface System | EPDM, PU, acrylic, sprung wood or turf installed to the specified thickness and finish. |
| 05 | Line Marking & Fittings | Game lines applied to standard, plus posts, nets and fittings for the sport. |
| 06 | Handover & Warranty | Snag list closed, documentation, maintenance schedule and warranty pack. |
One company for sub-base, drainage, surface and line marking — so there is no gap between who prepared the ground and who laid the surface on it.
High-Performance Tracks
High-performance tracks engineered for athletics, jogging, and cycling environments.
Athletics
Jogging
Cycling
Why Choose Raymond Sport for Sports Flooring in the UAE
A court is a long-term asset judged on how it plays and how long it lasts. Here is why clubs, schools, developers and municipalities choose Raymond Sport for their sports flooring and court surfaces.
Court & Surface, One Contractor
Sub-base, drainage, surface and line marking under one contract — one company accountable for how it plays and drains.
Every System, to Standard
EPDM, PU, acrylic, sprung wood and turf — built to ITF, FIBA, World Athletics and EN 14904 for the sport.
Premium Brands
Laykold, California Sports Surfaces, Premier Coatings and Life Floor — specified and installed, not substituted.
38 Years in UAE Facilities
Trading since 1987, surfacing sports and recreation facilities across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Emirates.
Whole-Venue Delivery & Local Aftercare
Pair surfacing with lighting, seating and equipment for a complete venue, with installation, sign-off and local aftercare from one UAE team.
Our high-performance wooden floors are designed to offer exceptional shock absorption, ball bounce consistency, and long-lasting durability, making them the perfect choice for professional and recreational sports facilities. Whether it's for competitive play or training, our sprung wooden courts provide a safe, comfortable, and high-quality playing surface.
Basketball
Volleyball
Futsal
Sports Flooring UAE: Frequently Asked Questions
The questions clubs, schools, developers and facilities managers ask before building a court or surface in the UAE.
How much does sports flooring cost in the UAE?
The cost of sports flooring in the UAE depends on the surface system, the area, the sub-base condition and the sport. An acrylic outdoor court, a poured PU gym floor and a sprung wood sports hall are very different projects. Raymond Sport prices against a drawn specification, so the quote reflects the surface, the base and the site you actually have.
What is the best surface for a sports court?
There is no single best surface — it depends on the sport. Acrylic suits tennis, basketball and multi-court; sprung wood is the standard for indoor basketball and volleyball; PU for gyms and tracks; EPDM for playgrounds and tracks; artificial turf for football, rugby and hockey. Raymond Sport specifies the system to the sport and standard.
What is the difference between EPDM, PU and acrylic surfaces?
EPDM is a soft, coloured wet-pour rubber for playgrounds and tracks; PU (polyurethane) is a seamless, shock-absorbing floor for gyms and tracks; acrylic is a hard, fast, consistent coating for outdoor tennis and basketball courts. Each suits a different sport and setting.
Do you build the court or just supply the surface?
Raymond Sport builds the whole court — sub-base, drainage, surface system, line marking and fittings — under one contract. A surface fails from underneath, so we take responsibility for the ground up, not just the top coat.
What standards do your sports surfaces meet?
Raymond Sport builds to the relevant standard for each sport — ITF for tennis, FIBA for basketball, World Athletics for tracks, EN 14904 for indoor sports floors and EN 1177 for playground safety surfacing — using premium brands such as Laykold, California Sports Surfaces and Premier Coatings.
Can you resurface an existing court?
Yes. Raymond Sport resurfaces existing tennis, basketball and multi-use courts — assessing the base first, then relaying or recoating the surface to bring it back to standard and extend its life.
Which surface is best for the UAE outdoor climate?
Outdoor UAE surfaces need UV stability and good drainage. Acrylic and EPDM systems specified for the climate hold colour and drain the rare heavy rainfall; a surface built for a cooler market fades and cracks. Raymond Sport specifies UV-stable systems and designs the falls for UAE conditions.
Do you supply sports flooring outside the UAE?
Yes. Raymond Sport designs, supplies and installs across the GCC, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait, in addition to the UAE.
Courts & Surfaces · UAE & GCC
Build a Court That Plays Right and Lasts
Tell us the sport and the space — a padel court, a school sports hall or a running track — and Raymond Sport will specify the surface, build the base and lay it to standard, with line marking and one team accountable from ground to game. Across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the UAE.