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Temperature range between 15 and 25° C

at least four complete air changes per hour

Light-colored materials with sound-absorbing properties

Court enviroment

Court Environment

When it comes to environment of squash courts, several crucial factors requires consideration, including climate conditions within the court, the color of the court ceiling, and the characteristics of the ceiling itself.

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Creating an ideal squash court involves maintaining the right climate conditions, ensuring proper ventilation, and considering the ceiling's color and characteristics. These elements collectively contribute to a high-quality playing experience and the longevity of the court's infrastructure.

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Climate Conditions

It is highly recommended that a squash court be equipped with a heating and/or air conditioning system capable of maintaining a temperature range between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, with an ideal comfort zone falling within 18 to 20 degrees Celsius.

 

Maintaining these temperature parameters ensures optimal playing conditions for squash enthusiasts.

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Ventilation

To create a healthy and comfortable environment within the court, it is imperative to incorporate a ventilation system capable of delivering at least four complete air changes per hour while the court is in use. 

Furthermore, it's important to recognize that during gameplay, a player can lose up to one liter of water through sweating. This substantial moisture release underscores the critical importance of achieving a minimum of four air changes per hour. Inadequate ventilation can lead to the expansion of these floors, potentially causing a range of problems that can disrupt the quality and safety of play within the court.

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Ceiling Considerations

Consideration must be given to the utilization of a black squash ball within a standard court. To elevate the visibility of ball tracking for players, it is absolutely essential that the color of the court ceiling provides the utmost contrast with the black ball. Despite the ceiling not being an active playing surface, it is quite common for a squash ball to come into contact with it. Hence, it becomes imperative to take measures that prevent squash balls from becoming lodged in or causing damage to the ceiling.

Additionally, in cases where concrete ceilings are in use, it's worth noting that sound reflections can lead to significant disruptions during gameplay. To mitigate this issue, it is often advisable to incorporate sound-absorbing materials into the ceiling design.

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