Choosing a Bocce Court Surface Material

One of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your bocce court is choosing a surface material. The material you choose should allow the balls to roll fast, track straight, and absorb bounce with minimal surface displacement.

In addition to playability, you will also want to consider the aesthetics, durability, and maintenance requirements of your bocce court surface, and the ambiance around your court area.

It's probably fair to say that we're pretty biased about which type of bocce court surface we think is best (hint: it's oyster shell!) but here's our roundup of the benefits and considerations for both of these popular surfaces.