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What are hard courts made of?

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Question: What are hard courts made of?
Answer: The most common base for a hard court is asphalt; second is concrete. The asphalt or concrete is usually coated with some cushioning material, ranging from multiple, rubberized layers to just a thin sealer and special paint.

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