Custom Splash Pad Water Playground New Product at Gappsi Long Island NY

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Custom splash pad water playground is a new product at Gappsi Long Island, NY.  A splash pad is an immersive, zero-depth aquatic water attraction that provides endless fun and can be installed in various locations. It is ideal for city parks, RV parks, HOA community parks, apartment complexes, hotels, resorts, amusement parks, child care facilities, and more. Splash pads feature an array of spray jets and above-ground spray elements, creating an interactive and refreshing play environment for all ages. Depending on your requirements, they can operate on recirculation, freshwater/pass-through, or pool tie-in systems.

Several features and different water sensations can be added as an immersive, zero-depth aquatic play area.  The splash pad equipment attracts a broader demographic, boosts engagement, prolongs stays, and increases return visits. Gappsi’s splash pad solutions are also ​sustainable; they conserve water with their state-of-the-art water management systems and are built to last season after season.

Let Gappsi help transform your imagination into new dimensions in water play with dynamic, custom-designed water parks that deliver adventure, visual excitement, and imaginative fun. We offer a full line of water play equipment, including above-ground and below-ground sprayground/splash park features, slides, and structures.

Kiddie Pool Turned Splash Pad

Gappsi recently redesigned a kiddie pool area at the Engineers Country Club in Roslyn Harbor, NY.  We removed the old kiddie pool and replaced it with a new, fun, and exciting splash pad for the kids.  The universal design project offers form and function that are inherently accessible to everyone without modifying the items to be accessible.

The New Water Playground – Splash Pads

Splash pads, or water playgrounds, can be a fun and safe pool alternative. They can be built more quickly than pools, and they offer many benefits, including:

  • Accessibility – Splash pads are accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Their level surfaces and sensory aspects can make them fun for children and families with disabilities.
  • Safety – Splash pads are safer than pools because they have little or no standing water. As a result, there is no risk of drowning. Motion sensors often trigger the nozzles that spray water, and the decks are usually textured or surfaced with non-slip materials.
  • Cost – Water playgrounds can fit most communities’ budgets because they have lower capital costs. They also reduce maintenance requirements more than pools and require less support infrastructure, like changing rooms and admission gates.
  • Water – Water playgrounds can be flexible about water use and can even recycle water back into the spray mechanism to conserve water.
  • Design – Splash pads can offer various design features, and you can easily change the spray features to appeal to the area or time of year.
  • Socialization – Splash pads can bring communities together and provide a fun, interactive space for socialization.

custom-splash-pad-water-playground-new-product-at-gappsi-long-island-ny3Does a Splash Pad Need a Pump

Some splash pads use pumps, while others can use water pressure from a garden hose.  Most splash pads use low-flow recirculating pumps to provide a continuous water supply. The pumps fill an underground storage tank with water, which is filtered and disinfected before being sprayed onto the play area. The water then drains back into the tank to be reused. This system is good for larger splash pads or regions where water conservation is essential.

The other option is a flow-through system.  These systems use the same water pressure as your tap to power the water features.  The water drains into the municipal sewer system. Flow-through systems have low up-front costs because they don’t require pumps, filters, or other equipment, but ongoing costs are associated with using fresh water.  Some backyard splash pad kits can use water pressure from a garden hose, which can reduce maintenance, too.

The new splash pad at Engineers Country Club used the flow-through system without a pump, which made more sense. Without pumps, you do not need electricity or mechanical parts.  The water is fed just the water pressure from the water line.  

The water is used and sent to a drain. It was calculated that using the water without filtering or adding chemicals and chlorine to maintain the water system was cheaper. In addition to the cost savings by not using a pump, permits were not required, and no additional plumbing was needed.

We built this very functional splash pad for the club simultaneously with the gunite pool. Kids love it; it is like a miniature water park. For the floor, we used rubberized material mixed with resin, which makes it very hard but soft to walk on.

custom-splash-pad-water-playground-new-product-at-gappsi-long-island-ny1Synthetic Turf For Splash Pad Area

Gappsi installed all synthetic turf surrounding the splash pad. Artificial turf can be a good choice for areas near splash pads because it can be safer, more durable, and lower maintenance than natural grass:

  • Safety – Synthetic turf is slip-resistant and cushioned for bare feet, helping reduce the risk of injury. It is also universally accessible, allowing wheelchairs and other mobility devices to roll easily.
  • Durability – Synthetic turf lasts for years and requires little maintenance. Unlike natural grass, it can be laid in any shape or design and is not susceptible to design challenges.
  • Drainage – Synthetic turf is engineered to be free-draining, so it can dry quickly without becoming muddy or slippery. This allows the surface to be used sooner than natural grass.
  • Pests – Synthetic turf can create a pest-free environment, which is safer to walk on and reduces the risk of summer bugs.

It is a lovely and functional miniature water park.  The system goes in a circle and then shuts down. Then, the kids can just hit the button, which will go through another cycle. This is the latest miniature water park by Gappsi for the kids to enjoy. I am sure even grown-ups will come and make use of this. This is the newest park water feature built by Gappsi in Roslyn, NY.

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Staining and Restoring Brick Pavers | Long Island NY

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Bring life back to your driveway or patio pavers by staining and restoring brick. Few things add so much to a landscape than a beautiful set of pavers, whether installed in your driveway, around the pool, or on your patio. One of the things that makes them so popular is the countless ideas of patterns and even colors you can choose from.

What To Do if Your Paver Color is Faded or Ugly?

Brick pavers must be maintained and sealed regularly to protect them from obvious staining. What might not be obvious to most is their gradual fade. If pavers are not sealed, they can fade to look like bare cement in as little as seven years!

Staining pavers can help protect them from water damage and erosion and increase their lifespan. Stains can also restore faded pavers to look almost new again. Some say that staining pavers is easy and affordable. It can transform a patio into a beautiful extension of a home.  Here are some reasons why you might want to stain your pavers:

  • Protect from water damage—Water can cause pavers to crack and stain over time. Sealing pavers with a water-repellent sealer can help keep water from penetrating the surface, reducing the likelihood of damage and prolonging the life of the pavers.
  • Restore faded pavers—If pavers aren’t sealed, they can fade to look like bare cement in as little as seven years. Staining can restore faded pavers to look almost new again.
  • Longer-lasting color—Stains penetrate into the concrete rather than just building up on the surface like paint, resulting in a longer-lasting color that won’t fade as quickly.
  • Better look – Stains can give pavers depth of color, making them look better than paint and less fake. The stain won’t be all one consistent color, so some darks or lighter colors will still be visible.

staining-and-restoring-brick-pavers-long-island-ny1Paver Staining – Power Washing & Polymetric Sand

Recently, Gappsi completed a patio paver stain from Crab Orchard (pink/peach color) from Nicolock to gray. The client chose to stain the pavers in gray and the coping in black, changing the color of the backyard to a gray tone

The paver staining process starts first by pressure washing the stones.  Then, new gray polymeric sand is added and swept between the joints.  Polymeric sand is a mixture of sand and additives that can fill the joints between pavers and other hardscape materials. It can be a good choice for paver joints because it has many benefits, including:

  • Durability – Polymeric sand is more durable than regular sand and can help increase the lifespan of your hardscape. It’s also resistant to erosion from heavy rain and water runoff.
  • Weed and insect prevention – Polymeric sand can help prevent weeds like moss, grass, and dandelions from growing between pavers, and it can also deter ants from burrowing into cracks.
  • Easy application – Polymeric sand is quick and easy to apply, and it doesn’t require perfectly dry pavers.
  • Aesthetics – Polymeric sand comes in many colors, so choose a shade that matches your pavers or walkway.
  • Polymeric sand can cost more than regular sand, but it is worth the investment in the long term. With proper care, polymeric sand can last up to 15 years.

staining-and-restoring-brick-pavers-long-island-ny2Paver Staining – First Coat of Color Sealant

Once the polymetric sane has dried, we apply the first coat of colored sealer. It takes a few passes to achieve the gray color we want. It is going to be a huge transformation. Changing the color from a beige pink to a gray stone is a challenge. With each pass, we increase the color we apply as we add to the multiple coats. We are putting an extra coat of black on the coping.

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How to Stain Pavers?

To stain pavers, you can use either sprayers or brushes. A brush can provide better penetration of the coloring agents, but you must be careful not to leave brush marks. Remember to protect surrounding areas to prevent unintentional stains.

You can feel compelled to stain your pavers in a different color for several reasons. Let’s list below some of them:

  • You can create unique patterns using different colors.
  • Staining your pavers in different colors can add that new, fresh look you’re looking for in your landscape.
  • The result has a more natural look than painted pavers.
  • It is relatively easy compared to other options (replacing pavers).

We will blend it in with the existing Cambridge patio. The color staining for this backyard in Smithtown NY has been completed.  We transformed the color of the patio and the coping from the crab orchard, a combination of beige brown and peach colors, to a light gray for the patio and charcoal for the borders.

staining-and-restoring-brick-pavers-long-island-ny3The homeowners have changed the color of the backyard to be more gray-toned throughout the years. The existing old patio did not match the style, so they decided to color stain the pavers to blend in. This color that we used is also a sealer that stains the stones. This is the latest stone staining project done by Gappsi in Smithtown, NY.

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Laykold Tennis Court at Breeze Oceanfront Rental Living in Long Beach, NY

laykold-tennis-court-at-breeze-oceanfront-rental-living-in-long-beach-3Gappsi installs and provides Laykold Tennis Court surfaces.  Laykold offers top-quality tennis court surfacing, to help create more advanced tennis courts that support athletes and their game. Laykold tennis court surfaces are found at professional venues, including the U.S. Open. This is due to the many benefits their industry-leading tennis court surfacing has to offer.

Laykold from Advanced Polymer Technology is a cutting-edge tennis court surfacing material that helps make court surfaces better than ever. Their goal in creating and providing this surfacing to athletes, their coaches, and casual tennis players is to provide a surface that supports them by helping to reduce fatigue and the risk of injury. In doing so, their tennis court surfacing can help enable you to compete and train better, and longer. It is also available in a multitude of color options, from traditional green to canary yellow and U.S. Open blue to New York Open black.

Constructing a tennis court offers a long-term value to your property. Gappsi recently completed a concrete tennis court in Long Beach NY on top of the roof of a parking garage of Breeze Oceanfront Rental LivingThe initial step in constructing a tennis court involves planning and design. This sets the foundation for the project.  Below are the steps taken in designing and installing a tennis court.

laykold-tennis-court-at-breeze-oceanfront-rental-living-in-long-beach-4Planning and Designing Tennis Sports Game Courts

  • Site Selection: Identify a suitable area for your tennis court.
  • Size and Dimensions: A standard tennis court requires a playing area of 78 feet by 36 feet for singles matches and 78 feet by 42 feet for doubles. Including the overrun areas, a total area of 120 feet by 60 feet is typically necessary.  The space must be planned on or adjusted to accommodate drainage, fencing, and landscaping.
  • Obtaining Permits: Research and adhere to local zoning laws and building codes.
  • Surface Selection: Choosing the right surface for your tennis court is crucial for player performance and safety. There are three main types of tennis court surfaces: hardcourts, clay courts, and grass courts. Each surface offers unique characteristics and requires specific maintenance. Consider factors such as climate, budget, and intended usage when selecting the surface type.  Laykold is a brand of tennis hardcourt constructed over an asphalt or concrete base that was chosen for this court construction.

Prepare the Ground for the Tennis Court

Ground preparation is crucial for creating a stable and level base for your tennis court.

  • Clearing and Excavation: Excavation involves leveling the ground and grading it for proper drainage.
  • Sub-Base Installation: The sub-base provides a stable foundation for your court and assists with drainage.

This court was built with 5 to 7 inches of 5000 psi poured concrete reinforced with fiber and wire mesh. The concrete was installed over 2 inches of structural foam and Marafi paper. Once the concrete cured we primed the concrete with the bond kote and applied two layers of resurfacer and two layers of paint.

laykold-tennis-court-at-breeze-oceanfront-rental-living-in-long-beach-5Fencing and Drainage

Fencing and drainage are essential for the functionality and longevity of your court.

  • Fencing: Surround your court with high-quality fencing to keep tennis balls within the playing area and ensure safety. Chain-link fences are common due to their durability and visibility.  The recommended height for a tennis court fence is 10–12 ft (3.05–3.66 m), with 10 ft being the most common. The fence should be 10 ft high at each end of the court, and extend along the sides for at least 20 ft, as most tennis balls bounce to the corners or ends
  • Drainage: Proper drainage prevents water accumulation that can damage the court surface and interfere with play.

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Accessories and Tennis Court Markings

  • Net and Posts: The net divides the court into two halves.  We installed premier Douglas tennis netting with subs-mounted poles.  Douglas makes the most durable, long-lasting USA-made tennis products in the industry. Douglas® has been perfecting tennis court facility equipment for over 50 years and offers a wide variety of tennis nets, tennis net posts, and custom products to accommodate any facility. 
  • Line Marking: Apply durable, visible paint to outline the boundaries, service boxes, and center marks of your court.  The court was painted with Laykold products.  Markings play a vital role in defining the boundaries and lines on a tennis court. The standard markings include baseline, singles sidelines, doubles sidelines, service lines, and center service lines.  The tennis inlay was painted with a light blue color and the out-of-bounce perimeter was painted with a silver-gray color. The court was striped with white lines.
  • Accessories: Consider additional features such as benches, scorekeepers, and storage for equipment. These enhance the usability and enjoyment of your court.

laykold-tennis-court-at-breeze-oceanfront-rental-living-in-long-beach-ny2Constructing a tennis court is a significant project that, when done correctly, can provide endless hours of enjoyment and add substantial value to your property.  This court located at an apartment complex built by Engel Berman was constructed on the second floor over the parking garage leveled with the beach.  This is the latest Gappsi Tennis Court Sports Curt installation project in Long Beach NY.

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How to Correct a Poor Application of Driveway Sealer on Paving Stones | Long-Island NY

 How-to-Strip-and-Remove-Paver-Sealer-Long-Island-NY Before and AfterCan a poor application of driveway sealer be corrected?  Depending on the severity of the problem, it may require saturation, aggressive scrubbing, and repeated applications to re-emulsify the sealer.

If you’ve ever seen some pavers that have turned white after being sealed, the white haze or film you see is trapped moisture. “Whiting” as it is called in our industry, is not to be confused with concrete efflorescence, which can cause white-looking pavers to happen at any time, due to natural causes.

1-poor-sealing-job---how-to-strip-and-remove-paver-sealer-long-island-nyWhiting happens when your pavers have been sealed with a xylene or acrylic (solvent-based) sealer or sealed during imperfect weather conditions or application. The trapped moisture is caused by hydrostatic pressure, which brings the moisture up through the pores of the pavers and traps it under the sealer. Once your pavers have “turned white”, there is only one way to rectify the problem. The sealer must be completely stripped off and re-sealed with the correct type of sealer.

2-applying-sealer-stripper_removers---how-to-strip-and-remove-paver-sealer-long-island-nyRemoving and Stripping Old Sealant Off Driveway Pavers

The first step in this job is to strip and remove all the old sealer from the paving stone driveway. Unfortunately, the previous contractor did not complete the job properly the first time. Through time many additional layers of sealer were applied and magnified the patchy poor paver color “whiting” issues.  There are a few different layers of sealer, the latest application seems to be an acrylic sealer.  It gives a shiny look to the stones, the issue over the years has made the problem worse and more noticeable.

We are applying the sealer remover. It is a stripper. We will finish applying the sealer and let it sit for a few minutes.  Then we start the process of pressure washing it off from the top of the pavers.

We have started removing the sealer. The stripper soaks in and makes it possible to remove the sealant layers. We are using the turbo nozzle with high pressure and hot water.  Then we pressure washed the surface of the pavers with hot water, low pressure.  As we strip the driveway each layer of the old sealer is removed.

3-pressure-washing-stripper-sealer-remover-with-hot-water-pressure-washing-system---how-to-strip-and-remove-paver-sealer-long-island-nyWhat type of sand material fills the joints between pavers?

We add sand to the stone pavers. Then we are in the process of spreading the sand in the joints. We are using white silica sand, which works well with the urethane sealer, it absorbs the sealer and gets very hard. It also is very dry and falls into space very easily. We are compacting the sand with a vibratory roller. The compactor has rolls under it to prevent it from scratching the stones. Then we apply the sand once, vibrate it respread the sand, and vibrate it a second time. We are doing the final touches with the sand. We are blowing the extra sand from the top of the stones without removing it from the joints.

Polymeric sand is best to use to fill the joints in between pavers. High-quality polymeric sand will not leave any stains on the surface. Gappsi vibrates the pavers while sweeping which allows the sand to fill the joints tight and also helps the sand harden. Sweeping the excess sand off the pavers before wetting the sand is also very important. This prevents the glue that is in the sand from smearing the surface of the pavers. Most importantly, applying a good urethane sealer will further help the sand to harden and prevent ants from digging into the paver joints and weeds from growing on patios.

4-reaending-paver-joints-with-silica-sand---how-to-strip-and-remove-paver-sealer-long-island-nyWhat is the best sealer for concrete pavers?

After the sand is vibrated into place in the driveway pavers we apply urethane sealer. It is going to be a HUGE transformation given how extreme this driveway was.

This is the process of the first application of driveway sealer to the pavers. We spray the sealer and allow it to sink into the joints. This will soak into the sand and get hard from the urethane. We use a blower to help the sealer spread uniformly. This coat is a flood coat.  A second layer of sealant is applied primarily to seal the stones. This first coat is absorbed into the sand in between the joints. We apply the second coat of sealer and final which gives the stones the color enhancement. We don’t float the surface of the stones with this coat because the pavers will not absorb as much as the first coat. However, we still have to move the sealer around because it can dry on top of the surface unevenly.

5-applying-first-coat-of-sealer-on-driveway-pavers---how-to-strip-and-remove-paver-sealer-long-island-nyThe sealer creates a very strong bond to the paving stone surface and over the sand particles in between the joints.

There are many manufacturers of sealers, from solvents to acrylic urethane. Epoxies, acrylic, and urethane sealers come in water-based versions and solvent-based versions, including combinations of both. The biggest difference between the two is the VOC content. The sheen and life of the product determine how often it lasts before needing to be reapplied. Solvent-based acrylics tend to yellow over time and don’t allow the concrete to breathe. Epoxies are the strongest sealers but are best used for smoother surfaces and more for indoor or warehouse floor applications.

6-applying-second-coat-of-sealer---how-to-strip-and-remove-paver-sealer-long-island-nyThe best sealers for paving stones are water-based urethanes

  • They are algae and mold inhibitors
  • Allow for superior joint stabilization,
  • Environmentally safe
  • Their UV Protection will not harm vegetation
  • VOC Compliant in all 50 States.

When you choose Gappsi you can guarantee a well-trained Gappsi personnel will apply correctly the paving stone sealer products achieving the best results.

This driveway was installed over 20 years ago. The paving stones are by Nicolock in the color Bayberry Blend in a 6×9 Rustico and Sante Euro Circle.

7-complete-stripped-and-sealed-driveway--in-whitestone-long-island-nyGappsi brought back the color of the stones to look better than they did when they were originally installed. The colors are very vibrant and uniform now that the sealer is applied correctly. You can see the color variations of the Bayberry Blend, the shades of gray, beige, and peach color even after 20 years.

Surface color enhancement and polymeric sand replacement in between the joints for this paving stones driveway was completed over 24 hours. This is the latest paving stone driveway restoration cleaning and sealing done by Gappsi in Whitestone NY.

To view our Interior Cleaning and Sealing options and to learn more about the application of driveway sealer visit our page Sealing Stone Patios, Driveways, and Interiors Stone.

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Gappsi Home Improvement Showroom | Smithtown NY

gappsi-showroom-and-products1Long Island’s premier home improvement company building your outdoor living and entertainment spaces. We have remodeled our main showroom over the past year to improve your experience!  The entire remodel was divided into 3 phases, the front, the rear, and indoor.  If you are considering a home remodel in your Long Island home, you need a place to go to gather ideas. You need to know what options are available, what products to consider, and what trends and designs are in style and worth considering. One of the best ways to gather this information is through a Gappsi showroom visit.

Gappsi Front Showroom Porcelain Pavers

In the front area of the showroom, we have displayed all new porcelain pavers. Gappsi is a direct importer of porcelain pavers, porcelain coping, and natural stone coping from Italy. Our display of porcelain pavers for driveways comes in random sizes and also individual sizes in various colors.  Porcelain pavers are increasingly becoming the preferred choice for patios, walkways, and outdoor spaces due to their aesthetic appeal and robust performance. Unlike traditional concrete or cement pavers, porcelain offers enhanced durability, minimal maintenance, and an array of design options.  Outdoor porcelain pavers are frost-resistant, skid-resistant, durable, and easy to clean.

On display are over 100 different colors of porcelain pavers in various styles including wood look, hexagon shape, and wavy side edges to resemble natural stones.  In addition,  the showroom displays 48 x 48 large-size porcelain pavers as well as 4ft x 8ft individual-size tiles for viewing.

Paver Patios & Driveways Cleaning & Sealing

Professionally clean, seal and restore your stones, tiles, and grout today with Gappsi.  Our system is a chemical-free cleaning process, we use state-of-the-art high water volume machinery that can produce 200 Fahrenheit hot water to steam clean your floor removing all dirt, organics, and impurities before we apply the sealer. We use different sealers for natural stones or concrete products, based on their porosity and age, from color enhancers to natural penetrating and surface coating. We use the best sealer products on the market.  We have displayed all the different colors of stains that we use to restore old concrete or old patios to bring them back to life.  To learn more click this link and visit our cleaning and sealing page for details.

gravelfix for drivewaysGravelfix for Driveways and Walkways

We import and install the finest gravels, and aggregates for driveways including the Gravelfix System. Gravelfix is the recommended solution for stabilizing granulates and decorative pebbles and obtaining the best results for economical, stable, solid, and long-lasting flooring. Gravelfix is to solve the typical problems of gravel movements due to vehicular passage in car parks or transit areas.  Build your gravel driveway today with Gappsi.  View all the pebble and gravel options on display in our showroom.

gappsi-showroom-and-productsArtificial Living Walls & Vertical Gardens for Indoor or Outdoor Environments

On the entrance side of the showroom, we installed green synthetic living walls and displayed our synthetic turf options. Artificial plant walls are the perfect addition to any design, regardless of project size or location.  Artificial plant walls transcend the need for light and water and are the ideal solution for greening spaces where plants cannot grow. Whether you’re planning to green up an empty wall in your backyard or you’re designing a large-scale commercial project, our hyper-realistic green wall panel system will enrich your design. Gappsi encourages your imagination to create remarkable living and working spaces with our vibrant faux plant walls.

Synthetic Turf and Artificial Greens

Our synthetic turf is perfect for sports game courts, including pickleball, soccer fields, tennis courts, putting greens, and pet grass.  Our pet grass selection is specifically designed for animals.  Your pets are part of the family but they’re also animals with destructive instincts. When you let your dogs play and go to the bathroom on real, carefully manicured grass, it doesn’t take long for them to fill your yard with holes, odors, clumps of grass, piles of dirt, and other telltale signs that animals own the place. Artificial pet turf is a low-maintenance alternative to natural grass. You and your pets will love it because it’s pet-friendly fake turf that your pets won’t be able to distinguish from real grass. The best part? It’s easy to clean.

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A turf court in your backyard or your school campus provides an enjoyable and safe surface for a wide range of sports.  From tennis to bocce ball, turf courts are becoming increasingly popular due to their low maintenance and high performance. When compared to natural grass surfaces, artificial turf is considerably safer and more reliable.

If you operate a sports complex or if you have kids who constantly want to practice sports at home, you know the challenges with maintenance for natural grass. Wearing out grass through frequent athletic practice can ruin your yard at home. For sports facilities that rely on full fields for weekend tournaments, having worn spots from weekday practices can disappoint the players and parents on the weekend.

That’s where artificial sports turf from Gappsi enters the picture. Our fields are durable, great value, and perfectly designed.  The artificial turf comes in various colors to offer the look and feel you want to achieve.  Never worry about overuse leading to bare spots and dead grass. Never cancel tournaments because of heavy overnight rains again. Whether you need an indoor or outdoor athletic field or turf, the quality of our synthetic turf options can make each team feel like it is playing professional sports. Let the constant practices and games commence!

Sports Game Courts

In front of the showroom, we displayed a miniature bocce ballcourt. Our bocce sports game courts are built with synthetic wood that will not warp.  Using synthetic wood sides, there are no exposed nails and no maintenance. In addition, the synthetic turf used is made specifically for bocce ball courts.

Come down to view our Dominator basketball sports game court with a double horn lights setup.  On display are the Metaflex tiles used for outdoor or indoor sports game court flooring.  Mateflex is a modular sports game court flooring company that makes tiles designed for durability and performance. Mateflex tiles are intended to combine the comfort of a soft court with the durability of a hard court.  Gappsi is an authorized dealer of Mateflex Sports Tiles.  They are the premier manufacturer of basketball court flooring, volleyball court surfaces, tennis court resurfacing options, and other courts for sports.

On one side we displayed adjustable netting used for multiple sports. The netting can be adjusted for pickleball, badminton, tennis, or volleyball.  We even have batting cages!  Check out our cages that use specific netting and fake grass.  

gappsi-showroom-and-products2Gappsi Playgrounds and Trampolines with Synthetic Turf

The front showroom displays the Boulder playground with a swing set by Patiovia. As an official dealer for Patiova, we are proud to showcase their products.

Crafting beautiful outdoor furniture, playsets, and arbors that you’ll love, and will last you a lifetime. All the playsets are built in Lancaster County, PA using elegant designs, superior materials, and time-tested construction methods.  Patiovia builds its products to endure the outdoor elements and look beautiful for years to come.

Next to our playground, we installed the latest and popular trend in inground trampolines.  America’s safest, highest quality, best-built, in-ground trampoline for fitness, and fun. High-quality engineered trampolines designed with safer jumping in mind.   Our trampolines come in a variety of sizes and shapes.

Garden-ornaments-showroom-on-Long-islandHenri Studio Concrete – Cement Garden Decor & Sculptures

Our outdoor showroom showcases beautiful fountains, garden ornaments, concrete benches, and flower pots all by Henri Studio.  Our fountains and statuary are expertly engineered and skillfully made in the USA. The result is an evolving legacy of beauty. Henri studio fountains and garden decor continue to enhance distinctive homes and landscapes, adding elegance and enjoyment to outdoor living spaces throughout the world and we have them for your home!  For over the past 50 years, Henri Studio has revolutionized the world of cast stone fountains, outdoor fountains, statuary, and garden décor.  

Pavillions by Country Lane and Pergolas by Azek

A pergola can be a fun, unique addition to any outdoor space.  It can extend the inviting warmth of your home to patios and yards alike. Their versatile function and design provide creative minds with endless possibilities.  Pergolas also offers a fair amount of shade, making them ideal for covering certain flowers that may not fare as well in direct sunlight. You can either build a pergola around your garden or develop a garden around your pergola. Ultimately, the two complement one another so it’ll be a win-win.

We sell Amish-made outdoor structures that can transform the way you use your yard. Whether it’s a pavilion to sit under while watching the kids happily splash in the pool, or it’s a quiet gazebo seating area, this upgrade will change your yard forever.

Visit our outdoor showroom to view Azek pergolas with Sun Shade for the roof or sides.   Additional options for pavilions are metal roofs and automated aluminum roofs. This is a modern look and can be customized in many different sizes and heights.

Ovens-and-Appliance-ShowroomGappsi Pizza Ovens and Outdoor Kitchens

Home pizza ovens are the latest craze to add to your outdoor kitchen setup.  Gappsi offers its own line of pizza ovens and builds these ovens in-house.  A backyard pizza oven will elevate your outdoor gatherings. Wood-fired or gas, enjoy authentic homemade pizzas at home. Gappsi can add a stainless steel flue pipe to make it go through the roof when under a canopy or covered structure. These ovens can be built on-site and customized with your name engraved on the oven. 

Gappsi Inside Showroom – Under Construction

While our indoor showroom is not 100% complete you can view some of the products by Delta, Twin Eagles, Fire Magic, and Summit appliances we offer for outdoor kitchen setups.  Gappsi offers custom outdoor kitchen services including the initial plans, sourcing appliances, and cabinets, to backyard brick oven design and masonry.  View our Passion Hot Tub Spas inside our showroom on display too.

All-Inclusive Home Improvement Company

Gappsi is an all-inclusive home improvement company, that offers residential home services including home remodeling, swimming pool installations, masonry design and installations, landscape design and installation, sports game courts design and installation including basketball courts, tennis courts, pickleball, bocce, shuffleboard, and many others.  We use the latest products and applications.  Gappsi is an importer of the finest porcelain pavers from Italy.  We also import our synthetic turf that is used for lawns, dog runs, putting greens, and sports game courts.

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