Sports Turf & Rubber Flooring Blog — Football Turf
Artificial Turf for Schools
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Schools may seem to be the last place to install fake turf but many in the United States and other parts of the world have started embracing the phenomenon. There are many reasons for the growing popularity of artificial turf. It is the financial problems, however, that are causing schools to change their thinking about fake grass. Schools, both public and private, find it hard to keep up the lawns and playgrounds with natural grass. Public schools in particular find it hard to do that given the dwindling budgets. Private schools also like to save money on landscaping or find...
Synthetic Turf 101
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The buzz about the artificial grass seems to be never ending. There has been a massive explosion when it comes to the embracing of fake grass in homes and commercial establishments. You will find the fake turf installed in homes, shopping malls, playgrounds, sports arenas and gardens. The latter is usually considered the last place to install fake grass but you will find many gardens actually having the installation. Manufacturing and Installation Synthetic turf is made from a number of materials such as polyester, nylon and polypropylene. The manufacturing of artificial turf is a simple process. It is simple enough that...
Top 3 Synthetic Turf Myths Debunked
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Synthetic turf has become a phenomenon in the domestic and commercial market. You can find it in homes, sports arenas and schools and gardens, among other places. Despite the growing popularity, there are many myths attached to fake turf. Some say that synthetic turf is smelly while others are concerned about its integrity and durability. 1. Synthetic Turf is Artificial The most propagated myth about synthetic turf is that it is artificial. While this is a reality, the way people propagate it demands an explanation. Myth mongers say that artificial grass is fake enough that one could easily recognize it....
The Perfect Material for Hitting Mats
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Hitting mats are a ubiquitous part of any golf course. These mats play a crucial role in allowing the golfers to perfect their pitch, swing and strokes. The mat has become an integral part of golfing in recent years. It comprises of a rectangular piece of artificial turf that is attached to a hard surface such as wood or plastic. The dimensions are usually three foot by five foot and the mat is usually six inches thick. The main purpose of the hitting mat is to provide a stable surface for the golfer to perfect his or her game. The...
Why Install Artificial Grass in Batting Cages?
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Batting cage turf has become synonymous with synthetic varieties. You will find it difficult to find contemporary practice areas today that still use natural grass. This is particularly true of professional baseball arenas as players like to practice on the same surface as they find on the actual fields. The growing popularity of fake turf has caused thousands of baseball fields to rethink their options and replace them with artificial grass. You can follow suit and see visual and practical benefits including monetary saving. The lines below will shed more light on the procedure. Why Natural Grass is no longer...