Released on Dec 12. 2025
In a complete padel court structure, the posts (or pillars) are the crucial foundation supporting the glass walls, netting, and superframe, and are the core components determining the court's stability, safety, and durability. Whether it's a professional tournament court, a commercial club, or a custom installation, high-quality post design and production are the primary prerequisites for ensuring the padel court's structural performance. This article will comprehensively introduce the structural characteristics, material composition, technical parameters, industry standards, and maintenance points of padel court posts, helping you systematically understand their vital role in the entire court system.
Padel court columns are not only load-bearing structures but also determine the overall performance of the court:
They support the steel frame structure, maintaining the overall stability of the court.
They secure the glass walls and wire mesh system, ensuring safety during matches.
They provide wind resistance, allowing the court to be used outdoors for extended periods.
They ensure accurate court geometry, aligning the rebound angle with the trajectory of the ball.
They connect to the top frame, forming the overall load-bearing structure.
In outdoor padel courts, the load-bearing capacity, wind resistance, and corrosion resistance of the columns are particularly important, while in indoor padel courts, the structural precision and stability of the columns are even more crucial.
Currently, padel court columns commonly use the following three materials, each suitable for different scenarios and budget requirements.
This is currently the most mainstream material, with characteristics including:
High load-bearing capacity
Excellent corrosion resistance
Suitable for outdoor high humidity and high salt spray environments
Lifespan can reach over 20 years
Most high-end courts use a thick galvanized layer with an outer powder coating to improve overall durability.
Commonly used in standard commercial courts, with the following characteristics:
A good balance between strength and cost
Customizable colors for a more aesthetically pleasing appearance
Outdoor weather resistance and UV resistance
Used in some high-end or specially designed courts:
Lightweight and easier to install
Strong oxidation resistance
More suitable for wet and coastal areas
However, the structural strength of aluminum alloy is usually lower than that of steel, so a thicker design or additional support is required.
Padel court posts are typically square tubes. Common industry specifications include:
80×80 mm
100×100 mm
120×120 mm
Wall thickness: 3–5 mm
| Court Type | Recommended Post Size | Features |
| Commercial Padded Court | 80×80 mm | Moderate cost, sufficiently stable |
| High-End/Club Court | 100×100 mm | Stable, suitable for high-frequency use |
| Panoramic Padel Court | 100×100 mm or thickened 120×120 mm | Large glass area, requires higher strength support |
Padel court glass walls are typically composed of 10–12 mm tempered glass, which is extremely heavy. Therefore, the posts must possess the following characteristics:
A single glass panel typically weighs 70–90 kg, and the posts must withstand the weight of the entire wall structure and external pressure.
The following are required between the posts and the glass:
Rubber gaskets
Shock absorbers
To reduce vibration and noise from impacts.
A hole position error exceeding 2–3 mm can affect glass installation; therefore, the post fabrication must be precise.
The top and sides of the posts are typically equipped with mesh fixing devices, such as:
Welded lugs
Adjustable wire ropes
Bolt brackets
To ensure the mesh is taut and maintains its shape.
Posts are typically installed using a chemical anchor + base plate method, fixed to the concrete foundation.
Standard configuration includes:
10–12 mm thick steel base plate
M12 or M16 anchor bolts
High-strength nuts and washers
During installation, it is essential to ensure:
Vertical alignment is controlled within 0.5% error
The center point of the post is not offset
The base plate maintains complete and stable contact with the ground
The accuracy and firmness of the installation directly affect the overall stability of the court and the difficulty of later maintenance.
Professional padel court manufacturers typically employ a triple treatment process:
Hot-dip galvanizing: Provides a basic anti-corrosion layer
Sandblasting: Improves coating adhesion
Powder coating: Provides aesthetic appeal and UV protection
Coating thickness should meet the following requirements:
Indoor padel court: 60–80 microns
Outdoor padel court: 80–120 microns
Colors can be customized to meet brand requirements.
Outdoor padel courts face wind load challenges, therefore the posts must meet the following requirements:
Wind resistance rating of 80–120 km/h (depending on the site design)
Structure conforming to EN 1991, Eurocode, or local engineering specifications
Reinforced structural components are required between the top beam and the post.
Panoramic courts, due to their larger glass area, have even higher requirements for wind and impact resistance.
Used in traditional padel courts, offering a large net coverage area, structural stability, and moderate cost.
Used in panoramic padel courts:
Reduces glass frame size
Requires a higher strength support system
Upgraded posts and base structures are more complex.
Used for temporary events or venue renovations:
Detachable
Simple structure
Suitable for short-term use
While padels are durable, they still require regular inspection:
Check for loose connections between the pad and the base plate.
Inspect for rust, peeling coating, or structural deformation.
Check the glass fixing bolts for tightness.
Check the mesh tensioning structure for looseness.
Check for wind or impact damage to the outdoor padels.
Proper padel court maintenance can extend the lifespan of padels to 15–25 years.
The industry is moving towards:
Using higher-strength steel and reinforced welding processes.
Introducing modular padel systems to improve transportation and installation efficiency.
Deploying structural sensors for real-time monitoring.
Developing enhanced panoramic padels to accommodate larger windows.
Using environmentally friendly anti-corrosion coatings to meet international sustainability trends.
The future of padel courts will continue to improve in safety, aesthetics, ease of maintenance, and structural performance, with padels remaining the core foundation for these upgrades.
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