Introduction

Aside from play surfaces for kids and pets at home, artificial grass has proven to be an excellent choice for sports fields in recreation facilities and colleges. Synthetic grass has also become increasingly popular for use in professional-level fields and stadiums.

A Brief History

Looking back at the history of artificial grass, synthetic turf was first used in sporting arenas. Over the years, synthetic grass has evolved, becoming even more suited for sporting fields and offering the following advantages.

Surface Consistency and Playability

Synthetic grass on a sporting field provides a smooth and consistent playing surface that remains unaffected by weather conditions. Natural grass, on the other hand, becomes slippery and uneven when wet. Under these conditions, the performance of the players is greatly affected.

Surface consistency in synthetic fields improves playability by allowing players and balls to move faster. The consistent height of the synthetic turf fibers helps athletes to be more agile and smooth in their movement.

Enhanced Player Safety

There are typically fewer injuries in games played on artificial grass fields. This is thanks to the padding added under the turf surface during installation. The padding provides excellent shock absorption that is far better than what you would get with natural grass and dirt. Thanks to this shock absorption, many players find that their feet don’t hurt as badly after playing on an artificial grass field. Similarly, the consistent length of the artificial grass fibers eliminates the risk of players tripping on long grass spots.

Unmatched Durability

Synthetic grass is designed to withstand heavy foot traffic. It also holds up really well in all kinds of weather conditions. You can look forward to years of use, even with athletes training and playing on the field every day before the wear and tear starts to show. On the other hand, natural grass on sports fields gets easily worn out following heavy usage. The wear patterns on natural grass can take away from the playability of the sports field.

Low Maintenance

Maintaining natural sports fields is time-consuming and expensive, especially for larger fields. You will need to water the grass regularly, fertilise it, and mow it to the right height. By contrast, synthetic grass fields are generally low-maintenance. Save for the occasional brush-up of the fibers and cleaning it off, you don’t have to worry about spending too much of your time or money maintaining the sports field.

Getting the Most from Synthetic Grass Fields

Keep the Turf Cool

Keep the artificial turf cool by hosing it down before practice sessions and ahead of games. Artificial grass retains heat, and it may get very hot. Cooling down the artificial grass will ensure the players have a comfortable playing surface while reducing the risk of blisters.

Proper Sanitation

Don’t neglect proper sanitation of your field. Sporting fields can be breeding grounds for disease-causing germs and bacteria. Ensure you use a turf disinfectant on your sports field. Choosing an antimicrobial infill will provide further protection against germs, bacteria, mold, and more.

Regular Maintenance

As part of your routine maintenance program, ensure you top up and even out the infill on your sports field. Players are more likely to lose their footing and hurt themselves if the infill is not evenly distributed across the field.

Sporting Fields Worth the Investment

Installing high-quality artificial grass for sporting fields in a school, recreational facility, or sports organization is indeed worth the investment. Not only will you have a safe and consistent playing surface for the players, but you will also be able to save on maintenance costs over time.

Request a free measure and quote for your sporting field today. Our team is also happy to help you select the best type of synthetic grass for your needs.