Did you know that about half of all NFL stadiums employ artificial turf over natural grass for their playing surfaces? Even at the highest level of sport in America, where the resources are certainly available to maintain and nurture natural grass, stadiums are giving way to the convenience and cost-effectiveness of synthetic turf. This has caused a trickle-down effect too. More colleges, high schools, and even recreational and park complexes are using synthetic turf for their sports fields.

From 100,000 capacity football stadiums to small, multi-use recreational fields, there is one main reason for the increasing trend of artificial turf installations- durability. In general, harsh climates and frequent foot traffic make the upkeep of natural grass fields quite difficult and pricey. Not to mention that natural grass upkeep can also require a lot of water and other resources

According to the Synthetic Turf Council, artificial turf fields last about eight years before needing to be replaced or repaired, depending on the frequency and nature of use. Some experts advise that it can cost roughly three times less, per event, than natural grass in a 20 year window due to the durability and longevity of synthetic turf. But there is certainly more that goes into the shelf life, or “field life,” of an artificial sports field than meets the eye.

Not all synthetic field adhesives, tapes, trowels, and accessories are created equal. The right product, like an assortment of options from our very own Turf-Set brand, can go a long way in adding years of playing time to your artificial field surface.

The Turf-Set 74 Hot Melt Adhesive, for instance, adheres well to virtually any synthetic turf backing. It can also withstand the elements, whether you’re playing in the heat of July or the bitter cold of February.

The strength and durability of an artificial turf field is ultimately dependent on the quality of the adhesive that anchors it to the ground. The Chem-Set Synthetic Turf Seam Adhesive, available in 5 gallon pails, is commonly used on indoor and outdoor football, soccer and baseball fields, as well as playgrounds and even lawns!

The Turf-Set Rapid Repair Kit – Ideal for maintenance and repairs, the synthetic turf rapid repair kit from Turf-Set has what’s needed to maintain your sports field when isolated problems arise. The kit includes a dispensing gun, a 400ml cartridge of Rapid Repair adhesive, trowel, 10 ft. roll of seam tape, and a 4 pack of application nozzles.

Watch the building of a turf field (Cincinnati Bengals Practice Facility) using Turf-Set 718!

We offer other products and accessories to extend the life of your turf field as well, including trowels, seam strips, and tapes. Give us a call (800-220-1966) or email us at sales@chemical-concepts.com for more information or simply to talk to an expert about your turf project.