How to Line a Pickleball Court with Marking Tape
What You’ll Need:
✅ Measuring tape (at least 22 ft long)
✅ Pickleball court marking tape (Check out our Indoor Pickleball Tape – perfect for smooth indoor surfaces!)
✅ Pickleball net, paddle, and balls
Preparation Tips for Best Results:
✔️ Sweep or clean the playing surface before applying tape to remove dust and improve adhesion—especially for outdoor courts.
✔️ The tape lines are part of the court, so measurements should be taken from the outer edge of the tape.
✔️ Work on one half of the court at a time (explained below) to simplify the process.
✔️ Press down firmly along the edges of the tape to prevent peeling and improve durability.
Step 1: Mark the Sidelines and Baselines
➡️ From the desired net position*, measure 22 ft out along the sideline and mark with tape.
➡️ For the baseline, measure and mark 20 ft at a right angle, ensuring it is 22 ft from the other sideline.
Step 2: Tape the Sidelines and Baseline
➡️ Using the markers as a guide, carefully roll out the tape and tape down the Sidelines and Baseline.
🔹 Pro Tips:
- When rolling the tape out, have someone hold down one end or use a weight. You may also find it easier to tape down a line in sections.
- Pull the tape tight before lowering it onto the surface and press down firmly.
Step 3: Mark the Non-Volley Line (Kitchen Line)
➡️ From where the Sideline meets the net, measure out and mark 7ft along the Sidelines.
➡️ Tape down the Non-Volley Line, ensuring the edge of the tape is inside the 7 ft marking.
Step 4: Mark the Centerline
➡️ Find the midpoint (10 ft) of the Non-Volley Line and mark it.
➡️ Run a tape line from this mark to the baseline to create the Centerline.
Step 5: Repeat for the Other Half
✅ Repeat Steps 1-4 for the other side of the court.
🚫 Do not tape across the middle—this is where the net will go!
➡️ Once finished, press down on all tape lines to ensure they are secure.
🎉 That’s it! Your pickleball court is ready for action.
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