Artificial Football Turf Materials and Installation Guide
Overview of artificial turf for football field
Artificial grass for soccer fields is environmentally friendly and durable, suitable for all weather conditions. It is a synthetic turf specifically designed for soccer. Compared to natural grass, its most significant advantage is its weather independence, maintaining excellent playing performance in any climate while requiring low maintenance costs. The soft and resilient surface reduces the risk of player injuries.
Synthetic turf for soccer fields is primarily categorized into infill and non-infill types:
- Infill Type: Utilizes longer grass fibers, approximately 50mm in length. During installation, it requires filling with quartz sand and rubber granules to provide stable support and cushioning. This also makes the ball's roll and bounce more closely resemble that of natural turf.
- Non-infill type: Utilizes shorter grass fibers, approximately 30mm in length. These fibers are relatively straight or curved and feature higher density. They achieve excellent playing performance without requiring infill. This turf type is suitable for five-a-side soccer fields and indoor soccer pitches.
Materials and specifications of artificial grass
| Category | Specifications |
| Type of Turf | PE: Soft to the touch, closely mimics natural grass, suitable for professional competitions. PP: More wear-resistant, suitable for training and high-traffic areas. |
| Turf weight | 8800 - 14000 DTEX, high grass fiber density, excellent abrasion resistance |
| Turf color | Dark green / light green / two-tone blend |
| Substrate thickness | 2–3 mm, made with eco-friendly rubber or PU coating |
The backing fabric for turf is typically made of PP or PVC material to ensure stability and durability. Higher grass fiber density enhances abrasion resistance, making it more suitable for professional soccer fields. Artificial turf rolls for soccer fields are generally sized at 4×25m. Custom turf rolls can be tailored to the actual field dimensions to minimize seams and improve installation stability.
How to install synthetic lawn?
1. Site Preparation: Clear debris, weeds, and rocks from the site. Slightly level the ground (with a 1-2% slope for drainage) and compact the soil.
2. Base Layer Installation: Lay a 15-20cm thick layer of crushed stone, thoroughly compact it, then lay a 5cm thick layer of sand and compact it again to ensure stability.
3. Shock-absorbing pad installation: Lay the pads evenly, securing them with nails every 40 centimeters to ensure no gaps between pads.
4. Turf Laying: Unroll artificial turf rolls in a uniform direction. After resting for 24 hours, trim to the field's edge dimensions.
5. Seam Treatment: Apply adhesive to firmly bond turf seams with seam tape, then compact and roll to remove air bubbles.
6. Infill Application: Evenly spread silica sand and rubber granules using a spreader. Brush to level the surface while keeping the grass fibers upright.
7. Final Inspection: Check site levelness, joint integrity, and filler uniformity. Clear debris from the site—installation complete!
Artificial turf football field maintenance
The daily maintenance of artificial turf football fields is relatively simple, but the following work still needs to be done regularly to extend its service life and maintain optimal sports performance:
Daily cleaning: Regularly clean the surface of the court, remove fallen leaves, dust and other debris to keep the lawn clean.
Supplementary filling particles: For sand-filled lawns, it is necessary to regularly check the distribution of rubber particles and appropriately supplement them to maintain the uprightness and cushioning effect of the grass.
Check the joints and bonding areas: Check the joints and bonding areas of the lawn regularly. If looseness or detachment is found, repair it in time.
Avoid severe friction and sharp damage: Avoid high-intensity friction or contact with sharp objects during use to avoid damaging the grass.
Regularly comb the grass: Use professional equipment to comb the grass to keep it upright and improve the aesthetics and sports performance of the court.
Artificial turf football fields have become the preferred solution for modern football field construction due to their excellent wear resistance, low maintenance costs and high cost performance. When purchasing and installing artificial turf football fields, you should choose the appropriate turf type and construction plan based on the purpose of the field, budget and frequency of use to ensure the best sports experience and long-term durability.
