Smash Your Game with Tape: How Quality Tapes Enhance Your Badminton Game

Badminton is played by two to four people with a racket and shuttlecock on a court with a net. The modern version of the sport was born in 1873 in Gloucestershire, England, and has captured the hearts of about 339 million people worldwide. People play recreationally and in competitions governed by the Badminton World Federation. It became an official Olympic sport in 1992.

Competitive games usually happen indoors with recreational events often occurring outdoors. As the sport becomes more popular, there is a need for more courts inside and out. People are finding ways to create their own, especially for pop-up play.

Tape Jungle has a wide array of badminton tape that can help you create courts anywhere. These tapes can also come in handy to enhance the game in other ways, such as creating nighttime-friendly courts or leveling up racket grips.

The Rise of Badminton Tournaments and Pop-Up Courts

Badminton has been a favorite sport in Asia for a long time, but its popularity is picking up in North America. Pinterest saw an 80% growth in searches for badminton rackets in 2024, and Harvard University is adding 16 courts for the game in 2025.

California is where many of the nation's top players train. It is home to over 150 clubs and gyms offering the sport. Washington state was the host of the 2024 World Junior Championship, and Texas hosts the Frisco Open and U.S. Open for badminton. New York City and Illinois are also top areas for the game in the U.S.

Despite badminton's multi-state popularity, many areas lack proper spaces for those who wish to play. Pop-up courts are becoming common, and they often arise in underutilized areas.

Setting up courts in new areas helps the sport grow while also encouraging more community involvement. It gives people something to do, and it creates a convenient way for people to come together and exercise.

Benefits of Using Tape Jungle's Floor Marking Tapes for Badminton Courts

When creating a court, the most important aspect is figuring out how to mark the lines. One of the best options, especially for temporary courts, is tape.

Tape Jungle's tapes offer multiple benefits:

• Easy to apply and remove quickly without damaging surfaces
• Versatile and can be used on many surfaces, such as concrete, asphalt, and gym floors
• Durable and can withstand a lot of foot traffic or outdoor elements

Types of Badminton Tape

The Tape Jungle collection includes a few perfect choices for creating a badminton court.

Heavy-Duty Vinyl Tape

This floor tape has high visibility and is durable. It is usable inside or outside and has double-tapered edges for a smooth finish.

Colored Floor Marking Tape

This general-purpose tape comes in an array of colors. It has a long shelf life and is resistant to outdoor elements.

Reflective Tape

This tape is made with a retroreflective material. It will catch the light and refract it for high visibility. It can enhance court lines in low-light situations, such as dim indoor areas.

Gaffer Tape

A common tool in the entertainment industry, gaffer tape comes in plain or fluorescent colors. It adheres well to any surface and does not leave any residue. It is resistant to water and abrasion. Plus, you can tear it by hand and won't need to keep scissors on hand.

Duct Tape

This popular option works nicely for creating a court because it is hand-tearable, bonds to most surfaces, and is strong. It conforms well and moisture won't degrade it. This tape also comes in a variety of color options.

Glow-in-the-Dark Tape for Nighttime Badminton Games

Tape isn't just handy for building a new court. It also can enhance existing spaces. Glow-in-the-dark tape provides a way to make an established badminton space usable in less-than-ideal lighting. Roll it along existing lines so they are easier to see when the sun goes down. You can also apply it to the net and on the shuttlecock.

This type of tape has a few stand-out benefits:

• Extends play time into the evening hours
• Improves the safety of the game when the lighting is not the best
• Creates a fun environment (reminiscent of glow-in-the-dark bowling in the late 1990s and early 2000s), which may attract more players

Tape Jungle's glow-in-the-dark tape is flexible, making it easy to apply. It uses a photoluminescent polyester film that takes only 30 minutes to charge and is immediately visible in the dark. Consider adding some of this to your badminton tape kit.

Badminton Grip Tape for a Better Game

Another great use for tape is enhancing your racket. The racket handle comes in a standard wrap that may not suit all players. It also has a tendency to unravel and require replacement to ensure safe and comfortable play.

Tape Jungle's tape can:

• Customize the way the handle feels in your hand for more comfort
• Absorb moisture and shock to give you more control
• Reduce wear and tear on the racket

Upgrading your racket with Tape Jungle's tape can give you a competitive edge, whether you play casually or competitively. Here are two stand-out products that work well as grip tape.

Friction Tape

This option offers a tight hold and won't dry out. It is resistant to humidity and abrasion. The tape is flexible, conforming, and hand-tearable.

Tips for Setting Up Badminton Courts With Tape Jungle Products

Setting up a badminton court with tape takes a few steps. Your first move is to choose the right spot to set up. Look for areas that don't get a lot of use. Find places with hard ground, such as old basketball courts or abandoned parking lots. These spaces have the right surface for a good game but keep you away from busy areas.

When choosing a space, make sure you think about accessibility at different times of the day. For example, if the area is near a school, it may be difficult to play early morning or afternoon when students are heading to classes. Also, consider the sun's angle and how that may affect players.

Once you have your space, gather your tools and supplies:

• Measuring tape
• Chalk
• Net and poles
• Tape
• Broom
• Leaf blower

Step 1: Clean the Area

Prepare the area by removing all debris. Pick up any trash, loose chunks of pavement, branches, equipment, and anything else that could pose a safety hazard. Using a broom or leaf blower, completely clean and dry the surface. Make sure there's nothing on the ground or floor that would impede the tape's ability to stick.

Step 2: Measure and Mark Court Dimensions

Ensuring the space is the right size is imperative to creating a playable court. A standard badminton court for singles measures 44 feet by 17 feet, and doubles courts measure 44 feet by 20 feet. There must be at least a 2-foot perimeter around the play area. Mark the sidelines, baselines, and clearance area with chalk.

The net will be in the center of the court, creating two separate sides for each player or team. Mark the net line with chalk. On either side of the net, there is an open area before the short service line. Mark this line 6 1/2 feet from the net on both sides.

Each side will then have a left and right service court. To create these, you will mark a center line from the middle of the short service line to the baseline.

If you are creating a court where you can play both singles and doubles, you will need to mark the doubles service line, which is 2 1/2 feet from the baseline at each end. Then mark the singles' sideline, which is 1 1/2 feet inside the doubles' baseline.

Step 3: Apply Tape

Now that you have all the lines marked off, you need to start applying the tape. Take time to carefully choose the right types of tape.

You need to consider the ground surface. For example, some tape sticks better on asphalt than finished floors. Duct tape may not be the best choice for finished floors on an indoor temporary court because it leaves residue when you remove it. But it would do well on concrete or asphalt outside because it will stand up to the weather.

Consider adding special tapes to distinguish areas. Boundary lines could use a rougher tape surface to alert people when they step on it and help prevent people from accidentally walking into the game area. If you will play at night, use glow-in-the-dark tape so that players can easily see the lines.

When applying the tape, press firmly and move slowly. Taking care during application will help to ensure it is flat and smooth, which will give the court a more professional appearance.

Step 4: Set Up the Net

The final step is to set up the net. When you are creating a playing area on a hard surface, you won't be able to secure the net into the ground. There are many different freestanding net options on the market that you can use instead. You can find them anywhere you shop for sports equipment.

Maintenance Tips

Keeping your court looking good isn't too difficult. Inspect the tape regularly to check for loose, fraying, or curling edges or other damage. You can replace just the areas that need it without having to redo all lines.

Tape Jungle Fulfills Your Badminton Tape Needs

Tape can be a useful tool to have on hand if you're a badminton player, whether you play for fun, exercise, or competition. Tape Jungle products can help improve your racket grip or help you to create a court. With so many options to choose from, the Tape Jungle collection has everything you need.

Stop by Tape Jungle's website to compare different types of tape, or contact the Tape Jungle team today if you have questions. Experts are ready to help you find the right tape for your project.