Modular tile
Interlocking surface systems suit selected basketball, pickleball, multi-sport and public recreation applications. Base flatness, expansion, drainage and sport-specific surface behaviour matter.
Decision Centre / Global
Modular sports tile or artificial turf?
Both are synthetic sports surfaces, but their construction, feel, drainage and sport fit are materially different.
Global / overseas search owner Manual project review Exact-system evidence only
Direct answer
The short version.
Use modular tile where a hard-court style surface, replaceable modules and open-grid drainage suit the sport and base. Use artificial turf where a textile playing surface, sport-specific pile/infill and field-style playing characteristics are required.
Project decision
What matters before product selection.
Use these points to structure the first project conversation. Final suitability stays tied to the actual site, selected system and local project team.
Artificial turf
Pile, yarn, density, backing, infill, shock layer and base/drainage are selected around the sport and performance requirement.
Do not choose by appearance
Ball behaviour, traction, impact, athlete use, drainage, heat, maintenance and replacement strategy should drive the surface decision.
Comparison matrix
Surface comparison
Sport requirements should override generic preference.
| Factor | Modular tile | Artificial turf |
|---|---|---|
| Surface type | Interlocking hard-surface modules | Textile pile system |
| Drainage | Open-grid / base dependent | Base + backing + infill dependent |
| Replacement | Individual modules possible | Area/roll or field repair |
| Typical use | Courts / recreation | Field, court and specialist sport |
| Maintenance | Cleaning + module/base checks | Brushing/infill/cleaning as applicable |
Project brief
Information worth collecting before quotation.
01Sport
02Competition level
03Existing base
04Drainage
05Climate / heat
06Maintenance capability
07Shock / impact requirement
08Replacement strategy
Frequently asked
Answers without oversimplifying the project.
Which is better for every sport?
Neither. The sport, level of play, base, drainage and maintenance programme determine the correct starting point.
Can Apollo help compare exact systems?
Yes. Use the sports project brief with sport, site, base condition, climate and required evidence.
Next step
Turn the research into a real project brief.
Send the site, dimensions, intended use, quantities and known local requirements. Apollo will review the relevant product pathway and keep local engineering, approvals and site-work responsibilities explicit.