Home of football statistics and historyArtificial and natural turf are the two most prominent materials used in creating a football pitch. Though both are used, there is much debate on which is better. If you are interested in knowing what turf is the best to play on or what turf you may want to install, read on!
Installing different types of turf
The type of sports turf you purchase for your field will determine how you take care of and maintain it and will also affect how players perform.
Regardless of the type of material you would prefer to have put down on your field, you need to ensure that it is installed correctly and is well maintained. Rather than treat this as a DIY project, it may be best to leave it to the professionals so you get the best results. Because of the intensity with which players perform in football, a poorly maintained field could be the difference between a safe match and a severe injury.
Before you choose your material, ensure you’re prepared to care for your turf or check that you have the budget to pay someone else to do it.
What do players prefer?
Players will have to adjust how they play depending on the turf type. An example is that with natural turf, players get more traction, so they can run more efficiently. They do not have as much traction as artificial grass. Because of this, many players will probably like natural grass more than artificial installations.
Another reason players will most likely prefer the natural grass is that artificial grass has been shown to increase injuries. This could be happening because the artificial grass must be placed on top of concrete or some other hard surface, making the falls and hits more brutal than they would be on natural grass.
What do field owners prefer
While players may prefer to play on natural grass, field owners may choose to provide artificial grass.
Artificial turf is much more convenient and easier to take care of than natural turf. With artificial grass, the owners don’t need to do the same amount of upkeep as they would with a natural field. Owners don’t have to cut or fertilise the grass. Because it’s artificial, it’s more durable in the face of weather and storms.
Natural fields are much more susceptible to being damaged by the weather and even by what time you water them. With artificial grass, owners would not have to worry about the grass being damaged by the rain or the grass freezing over or drying up in the winter and summer.
The only drawback to artificial grass is that it is considerably more expensive up front; however, you will save money over time due to less maintenance.
Investing in the right pitch
If you are an owner looking to have some sports turf added, you may want to consider buying and having artificial turf professionally installed. However, natural turf is also an excellent option, especially if you want to ensure fewer injuries to anyone who may be playing on your field. If you are a player, you may want to look for a natural field as studies have shown that you are less likely to sustain an injury there.
Both types of turf are good options. It all depends on who you are and what you are looking for. Based on these preferences, you can choose the right material for your pitch. And while you may not make everyone happy, you can do your best to create a space to play that many will look forward to using.
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