UAE has been at the forefront of initiating an active and healthy lifestyle for all its residents. This is evident by organizing sports events on a regular basis and going as further as to developing entire communities dedicated to sports.  Recently padel courts have been gaining a lot of traction here in the UAE. The demand has been astronomical that availability of courts have become increasingly difficult for players. Enter Gulf Trading FZE We have a breadth of experience when it comes to building a padel court. From our variety of designs to the texture of our turf, to our technical expertise on concrete foundations, we cover all facets of building a superior class padel court. Leaving no stone unturned, we take a turnkey solution in designing, developing & delivering the finest padel courts in UAE. Let’s look at some of the places where you can have a smashing time with your friends- Padel Space – Located in Industrial Area 18 with 2 premium panoramic courts. The turf used here is 12mm pile height C-shaped monofilament fiber, perfect for padel clubs with high traffic use. Padel House – Located in Ajman, Al Jurf Industrial 1 with 3 premium panoramic courts. The turf used here is 12mm pile height C-shaped monofilament fiber, perfect for padel clubs with high traffic use. Royal4Padel – Located in Falaj Al Mualla with the classic standard court. The turf used here is 12mm pile height C-shaped monofilament fiber, perfect for padel clubs with high traffic use. For details related to building Padel Courts, please feel free to fill the below form and one of our experts will get in touch with you!

Our team completed the project for a residential community “Olivara Residence and Park” in Dubai. The scope of the work was divided into six parts as follows  Kids Play Equipment  Outdoors gym equipment  Cast-in situ rubber flooring Artificial Turf landscaping Stone carpet landscaping Micro-topping The following article briefly describes the working procedure of the project.  Kids play Equipment  The world is continuously moving towards modernization through the development of technology and equipment. Kids play equipment typically consists of slides, swings, see-saws, climbers, and tubes.  Swings are the favorite playing equipment of kids and are known as the basic element of every park. It’s not only used by children but most adults also love to use swings. The technology now makes it safer and our experts keep in mind everything important for safety and your enjoyment.  Slide and see-saw are mostly used by children. You will rarely see a park without a slide. Children love to race on the slides from top to quickly slide down. See-saw is fun playing with siblings and friends. Children like to challenge each other on a see-saw for back and forth movement. It comes in different sizes so four children can enjoy it at a time. The safety measures are also important in both because sometimes the edges of slides are very dangerous for children so our experts made sure to do their best.  Climbers are becoming popular due to its vast range of sizes and shapes. Not only children but adults also play with their kids and enjoy climbers. Climbers also work as exercise and improve the upper body strength of kids. Children enjoy this exercise and even challenge their friends.  Tubes are also a type of climbers and children like to crawl between them and entirely safe playground equipment.  Outdoor gym equipment  Outdoor gym equipment allows people of any age to improve and maintain their physical health fit. Our experts provide the service of gym equipment Dubai too. In this project, all the basic outdoor gym equipment is installed to keep the community’s people healthy and active. The equipment is not only available for adults but children of all ages can make their habit to remain active through daily exercise. The equipment includes T-Rex, obstacles, and fairgrounds to create a functional fitness station for all ages.  Childhood exercise being a sense of responsibility in children and the involvement of parents make their habit to improve fitness level. After the age of 45 people started visiting physiotherapists to get an exercise program because they failed to maintain the flexibility and strength of their muscles in youthful life. Outdoor gym equipment will urge you to use them and you will be attracted to them. It will protect your money which you will give to a physiotherapist and allow you to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Researchers say that exercise at a young age increases cognition, so children can use the equipment to increase significantly.  Cast-in Situ Rubber Flooring  Rubber flooring is usually used at playgrounds for the safety purposes of children. We are the rubber flooring suppliers in Dubai and UAE so in this project, our experts showed their expertise and made the floor ideal for children to play.  The process is also known as rubber mulch because recycled rubber is used in it. Now, some people will think that it will be dangerous for health but more than one hundred studies showed that recycled rubber is not a risk for health. It is also environmentally friendly and consists of recycled rubber with high quality colored EPDM rubber. There is a vast array of colors and designs so you can choose whatever you desire. It is very beneficial for outdoor use because it is extremely weather-resistant and water permeable. It provides a high level of safety and allows children to freely play in the playground. It protects kids from injuries and minimizes the risk.  The process begins with a concrete surface and then a double layer polyurethane primer is applied with electric shock absorbent. Then finally the top layer is applied with the mixture of PU binder and colored EPDM granules. The following are some characteristics and traits of rubber flooring. It is durable and elastic It is Water permeable and weather resistant  It demands low maintenance costs and is long-lasting It is environmentally friendly and safe for humans It is available in different designs and colors Artificial turf landscaping Every parent is very serious about the safety of their children. Kids love to go to playgrounds so they should be safe enough for children to use. Artificial turf landscaping provides safety and a natural look to the playground. They are soft and easy on the skin and also don’t leave stains on the clothes of children. Some people get allergies from the real grass but it is nonallergic. Our experts provide artificial turf landscaping services in UAE and the following are the benefits. Artificial turf has a shock pad system that provides safety to your kids. It is antimicrobial, non-flammable, and non-toxic. It has a heat shield that keeps the turf cooler in the summer season. Stone Carpet Landscaping  We are providing stone carpet landscaping in Dubai and installed seamless flooring in the Olivara Residence and Park. It is beneficial for a walk during rain when there is a chance to slip. It protects from injury and provides you a smooth path to walk with your children. Stone carpet landscaping is long-lasting and demands very low maintenance. It can tolerate heavyweight and gives a naturally elegant look. Our experienced workers are providing stone carpet landscaping services in the UAE and Dubai.  Micro-topping Micro-topping is a cementitious compound used to furnish the interior concrete surfaces. It provides a stylish and innovative look. It is available in a massive design and color versatility and provides you protection with durability. It is stain-resistant and easy to clean. You can wash it with simple water or can use detergent. It is also heat resistant and effective for summer

As builders & regular players of this sport, we are often asked on the usage of sand in the artificial grass. Today, we bring you the answer so that your curiosity can finally be satisfied. There are 3 types of surface for this sport; porous concrete, cement & artificial turf. The latter material is the most widely used & accepted around the world & is the only one with the grain spread. The function of sand A sand’s function in this sport is more important than it seems. The usage of sand allows for greater & more effective control of the ball along with prevention of injuries & slips. The usage of sand also helps to increase the lifespan of the product as without sand the wear and tear on the turf would be much more ephemeral.  In addition to that, silica sand also helps to prevent any unwanted growth of organisms or fungi that could arrive from moisture. The most common type of sand used is silica with a grain size ranging from 0.5mm to 0.8mm. The maintenance of the sand is important as it has to be controlled and periodically swept so that it has to be spread equally throughout the court. It is also very important to know how much silica sand has to be added in the artificial turf but this factor depends on the type of turf that is used. Check out our article which discusses the topic of ‘Infill vs Non-infill – Which artificial grass is better?’ to gain a better understanding on this topic. Get in touch with us today!

Padel tennis has been gaining a lot of popularity in the Middle Eastern region especially in UAE with multiple padel court sports facilities opening up every now & then & what has actually helped create more popularity of this sport is the Dubai Sports World (DSW 2020). Now more than ever, people are looking into opening up new sports facilities with cost-effective padel courts that can perform optimally. Definitely, all padel fans must have come across this thought; either because this must have come up post-match or by simple curiosity; how much will it cost to build a padel court? In this article we look at what kind of materials are needed for a padel court investment as well as what factors can affect the overall expenditure of a court. The main requirement – Space The reason for this sport’s increasing popularity is because of the space it requires. If you are an investor, you must know the importance of optimal land usage. Padel court requires 20 x 10 m space. Although it is advisable to have more space for the surrounding of the court. If you have this much space available, great! Let’s look at what factors make the price of the court vary. Factors influencing the price The structure It has galvanized steel structural tube pillars of 100x50x3mm which are anchored to the foundation of the court by means of mechanical blocks. They are attached to the pillars of electro-welded mesh (50x50x4mm) through screws through 10 metric with antioxidant treatment. Tempered glass walls Tempered glass can have a thickness of 10-12mm , 6 fastening to the structure are required in the 3x2m & 4 clamps in those of 2x2m. The fence Both the bottoms and the sides of the court have to be installed tight to the bars which must be strong enough to withstand many blows. The mesh can be of two forms: simple twist or electrocuted in all the crosses. The latter one is the most popular option. Usually there are 2 exits on each side of the fence. The lighting The lighting is of the utmost importance when it comes to building a padel court. It must be optimal for the players to have the best visibility at night. The court must have 4 columns with 8pcs of 200W light bulb on each column. The floor It is recommended to have artificial turf as the flooring for padel court because it helps reduce risk of injury in ankles, knees and joints. The pile height of the turf usually ranges from 10-15mm. You can read more about the artificial turf details here where the benefits of using sand in artificial turf is highlighted. Click here to read! The maintenance The maintenance is a running cost of the court. Minimum maintenance has to be done on the court such as spreading out the sand & cleaning. However, we need to be aware of breakage of the network or panel of glass. Get in touch with us Get in touch with our team to help you out in selecting a padel court which is within your budget & meets your standards of usage. We provide a complete turnkey solution in design & build of padel courts.

Do I require in-fill for my artificial turf? Can non-infill grass work on artificial turf? Which one is better and suited to what purpose? These are just some of the most FAQs we receive regularly from our customers. Generally speaking, we always recommend to have infill as this provides stability and resilience to the playing field. But in some situations, you do not need infill and this is where we uncover why you do need infill and in which instances you do require non infill. Below is a list of link on all topics we will uncover. You can click on any links mentioned here to go directly to the topic: Why use infill for artificial turf? What is non infill artificial turf? Infill or without infill; which one to decide? Non infill football grass Non infill durability Why use infill for artificial turf? Infill provides a structure for the fibers of artificial turf, helping the fibers to keep firm. The fibers naturally lay flat, however after adding infill (quartz sand, rubber crumb or both), they are affirm. Infill provides a cushion effect when stepping over the turf. This protects roots of the fibers as well as adding resilience to the artificial turf. Usually, an infill system can withstand more foot traffic than its counterpart non infill under the same conditions. Infill provides primary backing from UV exposure and it also helps to extend the useful life of your artificial turf product. The left picture shows the non infill artificial turf and the right one requires infill. The fibers of the right picture will fall flat without any infill present. What is non artificial turf? Our non artificial turf has frizzy fibers also known as Thatch; narrow gauge and high stitch rate. The frizzy fibers are functioning to make the fibers stand and to provide resistance and durability. 3 key factors for non artificial turf: With thatch in the root zone Narrow gauge High stitch rate Non artificial grass should be dense enough & flexible enough to support high traffic. Infill or without infill; which one to decide? It depends on the conditions of your project – Landscape & play area If just for landscape or not for much foot traffic, you can use any sort of artificial turf. Usually it’s the non infill that is used for such purposes. In high traffic areas is better to use silica sand which extends the life of the product. However even for high traffic areas, non infill can be considered on the following applications: Garden contains severe slopes Play area for kids and pets You would like to include artificial turf around swimming pool Football fields Almost all traditional artificial turf system for a football field requires silica sand and rubber granules. The fibers naturally lay flat without the infill material. Silica sand & rubber granules work together to provide a stable and flexible surface. Non infill artificial turf Our non infill artificial turf range combines the newest and unique yarn and tuft design to create high quality & low maintenance football pitch. It is recommended to lay this down on a shock pad. Shorter blades makes it ideal for multi sport pitches, training pitches & 5 a side football. Non infill durability As explained above, infill provides a ‘cushion’ effect to the playing field & that ‘thatch’ which is used in noninfill artificial grass, has a similar effect but is it enough? If 5 a side or 3 a side or for training pitches, then non infill is a suitable option. If you would like to add extra resilience and better protection of football pitch, then an added shock pad would be the best option to go forward with in case the non infill pitch is being used for professional games. Conclusion For landscape: We recommend using sand infill but if not much traffic then without any infill is fine as well For play areas: We recommend using sand infill as this has more foot traffic and extra strain towards the surface. We recommend adding a layer of shock pad as well. For a football project: We always recommend to go with infill for professional performance. But for 5 a side, 3 a side & indoor usage, non infill football grass is an ideal choice.

Sports has always been at the forefront of UAE’s culture. With venues like Dubai Sports World, Dubai Sports City & many other places to blow off steam from everyday life & engage in outdoor or indoor sports activities, UAE has you covered. The UAE government has placed great emphasis on sporting events & is indeed part of the culture to stay fit & active. We at Gulf Trading have worked with various outlets to bring to you the best of the sporting experience. Specialized in building sporting venues & facilities, our team has worked on many notable projects such as Dubai & Sharjah Football Stadium, Sustainable City Jogging Track, Danube Miraclz Sports Facilities & many other educational institutes sports facilities. Our specializations for sports flooring in UAE include: Sports Artificial Turf Our sports artificial grass features the latest technological innovations for market-leading performance. We offer high-performance artificial grass that meets every requirement of the following sports: golf, tennis, football and paddle. Combine the superior quality of Turfgrass artificial grass with our helpful after-sales support and a hassle-free installation process and you get one of the best solutions available on the market of sports artificial grass. Say goodbye to expensive and time-consuming maintenance of natural grass and say hello to a consistent playing experience in all weather conditions. Sports Acrylic Flooring For passionate sports lovers & enthusiasts, Gulf Trading’s sports flooring system offers excellent durability, longevity & supreme playing standards & safety for players. Our acrylics sports flooring systems offer better control, perfect ball bounce, excellent balance between friction and sliding & shock absorption qualities. Our acrylic has been LEED certified & ITF approved. Jogging/Athletic Track Gulf Trading’s team of experts are dedicated in creating sturdy, durable, long-lasting jogging tracks. Our range varies from athletic tracks to residential jogging tracks. The system which we use for professional jogging track is a waterproof sandwich type system which consists of a base layer laid on site, specifically graded SBR granules and polyurethane binder, as well as a polyurethane resin coating with EPDM granules, sprinkled on top. The track is laid on site and is perfectly uniform and seamless. Sports PU Our sports PU is a site applied, cushioned multi-purpose sports surface. The system comprises a two- pack polyurethane adhesive, a prefabricated rubber mat, a two-pack polyurethane pore filler, a 2mm self-levelling polyurethane wear layer and a single pack, water-based, low odour polyurethane top coat. Our PU remains point elastic due to the resilient nature of the prefabricated rubber mat together with the polyurethane wear layer and top coat. EPDM Rubber Surface Our cast in-situ rubber surface is available in a wide range of colors and is available in sizes of 1-4mm. We create a range of designs and vibrant colors for kids to enjoy and play. Best of Gulf Trading’s Colored EPDM Granules: Various thickness can be applied Suitable in all kinds of places and weather Seamless flooring Reduce likelihood of injury from falls Made from original polymer rubber which has great elasticity Padel Tennis Courts Padel Tennis has been one of the fastest growing sports in the world. The game which has already been played in numbers in Spain and Latin America has quickly been gaining traction in Germany, UK, Middle-East, Australia, Canada & the US. Padel is a combination of tennis and squash where the walls are also involved in the game and can only be played in doubles. The reason why padel is popular is because not only is it half the size of a tennis court but the game is quite fast paced as well. It is surrounded by glass and meshed panels on all sides. Same like tennis it is played with a tennis ball however the racquets are especially designed for padel tennis. The overall dimension of the field is lower than that of tennis. This means that with the reduced field size and rise in number of players from 2-4 to 8-12, the ROI looks favorable. Our team of experts can build your very own padel tennis court in UAE for a very favorable cost. Get in touch with us Whether you want to build your very own sports facility in UAE or renovate it, Gulf Trading is here to assist you. Contact our team today to help you out with the designing process & implementation of the building of sports courts in UAE.

With the advent of technology regarding sports fields, synthetic turf has been upgraded to an extent where the experiential difference of playing on a synthetic turf as compared to natural is minimal to zero. To play about 3 to 4 times a week on natural grass remains an issue. Without appropriate maintenance & watering of the sports ground, natural grass deteriorates quite fast and playing on it would become cumbersome. The cost of maintaining natural grass, labor costs and as well as the importance of conserving water these times have been a big factor to the importance and a shift towards synthetic turf. Let’s look at some of the reasons as to why going forward with a synthetic turf for playing field is necessary: 1)    A positive impact on the environment Water saving Natural grass typically requires between 500,000 to 1,000,000 gallons water per year Every sqm of natural grass replaced by artificial grass saves 2,200 gallons per year Artificial turf saves 4 to 8 billion gallons annually Pesticide use Artificial turf requires no need for pesticide and fertilizers Less pollution Reduces noxious emissions from maintenance equipment and mowers Push mower emits pollution in one hour as equivalent to 11 cars. A riding mower emits equivalent to 34 cars 2)    Greater ROI An artificial turf pays for itself after 2-3 years Cost of installing and using an artificial turf over a period of 20 years with one replacement of the material is 3x less expensive than the use of natural grass in that time frame which accounts for maintenance as well. 3)    Versatile With artificial turf, land usage can be optimized. This is very useful for highly urbanized environment with limited land space and access to recreational areas. 4)    All Seasons Natural turf requires a lot of work during winter and summer months and not to mention when the seasons change, mowing, fertilization and pesticides are required in these transitions. This creates loads of labor work and expenses that could have been avoided with the use of artificial grass. Synthetic turf can be used in all weather conditions without the need for maintenance and one game after another can be played on it. 5)    Resilient Natural grass should only be used 20-24 hours per week or 700-820 hours per year Synthetic turf can be used in excess of 3000 hours per year with no rest period required 6)    Health & Safety Numerous studies have shown that a good quality synthetic turf leads no injury during game. FIFA quality turf have been approved to be shown as products that can allow players to enjoy their game without the risk of injury from sliding.

The padel tennis has been gaining a lot of popularity mostly because it is fast paced & involves a greater number of people (4 people/game). We have seen a great demand here in UAE for this sport & have been catering to different sporting facilities present in this region that have enquired about this sport. Well here are some of the major benefits of padel tennis based on our experience: 1)    It is a sport for all ages It does not matter what your age is; whether young or old, it is a sport that adapts to the characteristics of its players & can be practiced at any age. 2)    Better land usage Padel is only 20 x 10 m where as compared to its counterpart, Tennis pitch is 23.7 x 10.7 m. It allows for facility owners to make better usage of their land space so as to further reduce cost or increase their revenue. 3)    Improve coordination and reflexes Padel is a game which is a mix of tennis and squash. Both very demanding sport combined into one. This allows for improving reflexes and hand-eye coordination. 4)    Tone the muscles A great sport with loads of movements to keep you in shape. It works overall body especially the quads, hams and glutes. 5)    Both indoor & outdoor A great sport which can be accommodated to both indoor & outdoors. Enjoy the game in summers and spring in the great outdoors or if the temperature gets too hot or way too cold & breezy, this sport can be played indoors. 6)    Builds team-spirit This game requires a team of two & both are completely dependent on each other. Hence, great coordination among teammates is of utmost importance if winning the game is the objective. 7)    Less expensive As mentioned earlier that this is a sport of 4 people, the cost of playing the game is reduced overall per head and this is one of the reasons why this sport is so popular amongst the youth.