Tips on Preserving Your Synthetic Turf

Sporturf Tech Tip 11: Turf Matting

November 19, 2020

Please continue reading below to learn about matting on synthetic turf:

Matting of fibers may occur in areas of high foot traffic, especially if fibers have become soiled with dirt and other airborne pollutants. Periodic “cross brushing” of the turf can help restore the aesthetic appearance of the synthetic turf. “Cross brushing” means brushing activity takes place against the grain, nap, or sweep of the turf fibers. By brushing against the turf, the fibers will become erect. A brush with synthetic bristles should be used.

**Never use a brush with metal or wire bristles as these will damage the turf fibers.**

THE FOLLOWING ARE GENERAL KEYS TO PRESERVING
YOUR TURF SYSTEM.
I. Daily Usage
1. Footwear should be restricted to ½” molded cleats
2. Stance areas for baseball/softball, Lacrosse and soccer goal mouths face abnormal
wear patterns and must be monitored daily.(See section II)
3. Band Practices may cause abnormal wear and the field must be monitored for rubber
loss in high trac areas.
4. Pets or animals should not be allowed on artificial turf areas.
5. Non authorized vehicles should not be allowed on turf. Light machinery such as
Gators, tractors and golf carts are permissible with turf tires only.
6. No food, chewing gum, sunflower seeds and/or tobacco products on playing surface.
7. Daily cleaning of surface should be hand-picked. Vacuums with dual motors and leaf
blowers recommended.
8. Turf grooming and cleaning must be done by trained sta and authorized equipment
9. Steps must be taken to prevent dirt/debris from collecting onto surface from nearby
trees and parking lot trash.

Please follow up with your Business Director if you have any further questions before starting your next project. You can also refer back to your installation guidelines for complete details.