Cushion Courts in Utah: Benefits of CushionX Surfacing

A court's playing surface is a choice you experience every time you step onto it. Color and game lines shape how it looks; the layers beneath the finish help determine how it feels. For homeowners and facilities considering a cushioned pickleball, tennis, basketball, or multi-sport court, ACE Courts uses CushionX.

CushionX is a rubberized mat system from AT Sports that adds a resilient layer beneath compatible Acrytech court coatings. It is designed to improve player comfort and increase force reduction. Here is how to weigh that upgrade when planning a Utah court.

What makes a cushion court different?

A standard acrylic court applies its playing finish over a prepared structural base. CushionX adds an adhered rubber mat beneath compatible coatings and game lines. Its technical data describes the adhesive, seam treatments, and mat-sealing steps.

Plan the base, surface system, and sports layout together. The cushion layer is one part of the complete court.

The main benefits of CushionX

More comfort underfoot

AT Sports describes CushionX as a system intended to increase force reduction and enhance player comfort. That makes it a surface option to discuss when comfort is high on your wish list. The manufacturer's CushionX product information explains its intended benefits and available configurations.

When you compare options, ask whether you can see a sample or experience a finished installation. Your preference for the feel of a court is personal.

Cushioning with a finished court appearance

The mat works with compatible Acrytech coatings, so cushioning can be considered alongside the color areas and sport lines in your design. You do not have to settle those decisions in separate conversations. Tell us whether pickleball, tennis, basketball, or a combination of games will lead the layout.

Start with the ACE Courts court designer to explore your footprint and palette. Bring the concept to your consultation so we can review the available finish and line options for the proposed system.

An option for new courts and suitable renovations

CushionX can be considered for both new construction and existing courts with a suitable concrete or asphalt base. On a renovation, that creates an opportunity to discuss a comfort upgrade while reviewing the condition of the whole court. It does not mean every existing surface is ready for an overlay.

Mat thickness and system level are different choices

AT Sports lists 4 mm, 6 mm, and 8 mm mat options. It also describes three system levels with different layer assemblies and intended uses. A thickness alone does not tell you everything included in a proposal.

The manufacturer's system overview describes Level 1 for residential and light commercial use, Level 2 for light to moderate commercial use with an added reinforced membrane, and Level 3 for club and professional tournament settings with urethane flex coatings. Ask which complete system is proposed for your project and how it fits expected use.

A backyard shared by a family and a facility with frequent scheduled play deserve different project conversations. Tell ACE Courts who will use the court, how often, and which games matter most. Confirm the selected mat, coatings, and system level in the written scope.

A sound base still comes first

Before surfacing, existing cracks, low areas, previous coatings, moisture conditions, and drainage need review. The base must meet the selected system's preparation requirements. For new concrete, readiness for coating is a construction milestone, not just a date on the calendar.

A cushion mat should not be treated as a structural repair for a moving or failing slab. If your project starts with new concrete, our post-tension versus rebar concrete guide explains that separate decision. For an existing court, discuss the condition assessment through our court resurfacing service.

Plan for care and review the warranty

Keep debris off the court and address drainage issues. Ask for cleaning instructions for the exact finish installed, and check before using a pressure washer, chemicals, or heavy equipment. Protect the surface from sharp objects and equipment that could damage it.

Read the CushionX limited warranty with your proposal. The manufacturer's five-year mat warranty has product-specific terms and exclusions; compatible coatings have their own listed coverage periods. It is not a blanket five-year warranty on every part of an installed court. Ask what manufacturer coverage and installation coverage apply to your project.

What to include in a CushionX quote

The useful comparison is the complete project scope. Ask your estimate to identify:

• The court area, base condition, and preparation or repairs included.
• The CushionX mat thickness, system level, and named coating products.
• Your sports, color areas, and game-line layout.
• The installation sequence and when the court can return to play.
• Care instructions and applicable written warranties.

ACE Courts is based in Eagle Mountain, Utah, serving Utah County, Salt Lake County, and Washington County. One Company from the ground up. No subcontractors. Our crews coordinate the base, surfacing, and court details as part of your project.

Explore our CushionX court surfacing service, or contact ACE Courts with your location, preferred sports, and photos of any existing court.