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Synthetic Turf, Then, and Now

May 12, 2021

Learn about synthetic turf, then, and now with Sporturf. On July 19, 1966, the Astros and Phillies stepped out onto a baseball field made entirely of synthetic turf. That game at the Astrodome was the first time synthetic turf was used in a professional sports game. When the Astrodome opened in 1965, the field was composed entirely of natural grass; however, the roof of the dome soon had to be painted because outfielders could not properly see fly balls. When...
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How to Remove Stains from Artificial Turf

May 4, 2021

The following are some general suggestions for cleaning and removing stains from your synthetic turf. If at any time you are unsure please reach out to us for assistance. GENERAL Polyethylene pile fibers are among the most stain-resistant fibers. Most “stains” on Sporturf™ fields are not true “stains” but rather residues of foreign matter that must be promptly and thoroughly removed. Such “stains” on wet fields can be removed with water or soap and water. The first rule is promptness....
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Cleaning, Maintaining and Caring for Your Synthetic Turf

April 29, 2021

SIMPLE DAY-TO-DAY CARE AND THOSE OCCASIONAL SPECIAL PROCEDURES NECESSARY FOR MINOR REPAIRS, SNOW REMOVAL, AND UNUSUAL EVENTS OR USES. THE FOLLOWING ARE GENERAL KEYS TO PRESERVING AND CLEANING YOUR TURF SYSTEM. I. Daily Usage and Cleaning 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. 3. Band Practices may cause abnormal wear and the field must be monitored for rubber loss...
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What Can You Use Synthetic Turf For? Everything!

April 23, 2021

From backyards, sports facilities, gyms, schools, businesses, and commercial properties, a growing number of people are turning to synthetic turf for sustainable and versatile solutions in various market segments. Synthetic turf can be installed just about anywhere you can imagine. Landscape/Residential Sporturf™ landscape products are multi-purpose synthetic landscape grass systems that create attractive, low maintenance, all-weather outdoor areas where students, children, pets, and companies can meet or just hang out. When you have synthetic turf installed in your lawn or...
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Indoor Install with Genesis Turf Keeps Kids Active in Any Weather!

March 5, 2021

In 2012 an old abandoned warehouse with unlimited potential was discovered and its future owners envisioned both the services they could provide and what the building could become. In January 2013, LAB Sports Performance — Roanoke’s premier workout and training facility — was founded. Since its opening, LAB Sports Performance has been training athletes of all ages, and walks of life, to help them reach their training goals. LabSports decided to partner with Sporturf dealer Genesis Turf to install a top-quality...
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Lamar Powers Through with Powerhouse and Sporturf!

February 19, 2021

Lamar High School worked with Sporturf™ dealer Midwest Synthetic Turf Professionals to bring their field to the next level. The Tigers needed a synthetic turf field that could withstand a beating and Craig Shonk and his team knew the perfect turf to get the job done! Craig and his team knew Lamar would put their install to the test due to their 8 class 2 football state championships. Thankfully Sporturf™ has products that span all levels of baseball from pro...
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Do you Know About the Science of Baseball?

February 8, 2021

The surface that you play on is incredibly important. Almost as important as the players. If a player cannot perform on the field to the best of their abilities or if the field is not up to par, the game will suffer. By design, a high percentage of the action that takes place during baseball and softball games is concentrated on a relatively small percentage of the playing surface: the infield. That's why two thirds of a team's defensive...
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Why Should I Choose Synthetic Turf for my Baseball Field?

January 20, 2021

Maintenance: Since the 1980s, synthetic turf fields have become increasingly popular. This is for many reasons. One of the many reasons is that it is low maintenance. When it comes to cost, upfront a synthetic field is going to cost you more. In the long term, you will save money with maintenance. With a natural turf field, you have to mow it and use chemicals to keep the grass looking fresh. Natural turf fields are also required to be watered...
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New Year, New Turf with Legacy Sports and Fitness!

January 15, 2021

Dealer: Legacy Sports and Fitness Product: FastGrass This recent install came to Sporturf™ from dealer Legacy Sports and Fitness. Legacy Sports and Fitness worked with Iron DNA Fitness located in Fort Myers, Florida. Iron DNA Fitness is a 9,000 sq. ft. state of the art training facility, fully air conditioned with men’s and women’s locker rooms and showers. Our facility offers the latest functional training equipment and complementary concierge services, giving each member a cold towel and a relaxing environment...
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Sporturf Says Thank You Veterans!

November 11, 2020

Sporturf would like to express our thanks and gratitude to all of the Veterans out there! Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Interesting Facts About Veterans Day Veterans Day occurs on the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month” In 1968, the Uniform Holidays Bill was passed by Congress, which moved the celebration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. The law went into effect in 1971, but in 1975 President Gerald Ford returned...
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