Cleaning and Grooming
Your new Sprinturf sports field requires much less maintenance and significantly more playability than a natural grass field. In fact, many owners find that usage will double and often triple with the introduction of a Sprinturf field. Owners also recognize that shifting activities onto their Sprinturf field will allow the natural grass fields a longer resting period than before which, in turn, keeps them in better condition as well.
While maintenance on a synthetic field is greatly reduced from that of natural grass, a Sprinturf synthetic turf system is not maintenance-free and will require a few hours of attention each week to keep it in pristine condition. These simple steps are provided in a Sprinturf Maintenance Manual to ensure proper care and maintenance of your new field and offer tips for maximum playability.
Liken your new Sprinturf field to that of carpet in your home. Cleaning debris from the field and using your Sprinturf-approved grooming equipment will help to keep your fibers standing tall and continuously maintain it’s plush appearance.
For a regulation size football field, grooming typically takes 2 hours and consists of driving a utility vehicle equipped with an approved drag brush attachment back and forth across the field to stand or “brush” the fibers in your system. For best results, grooming should be done during dry weather and when the field is dry to the touch.
General guidelines on hours of play and calculating usage
| 1 hour of recreational play | = | 1 hour of usage | gym or PE classes |
| 1 hour of moderate play | = | 2 hours of usage | soccer or lacrosse |
| 1 hour of aggressive play | = | 3 hours usage | football, rugby, marching band |
Regular cleaning or washing of your Sprinturf field is not a required maintenance practice. Occasional rainfall will naturally clean your field of dust, pollen and other airborne particles that have settled on the field. Unless a spill, injury or release of bodily fluids takes place on the field, additional steps are not necessary on a regular basis.
WEEKLY FIELD MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
√ Keep the field clean of debris at all times.
√ Place trash receptacles strategically around the field to encourage cleanliness.
√ Keep vehicles off of the surface as much as possible.
√ Control access to the field to avoid vandalism and improper use.
√ Report any damage or issues needing attention to Sprinturf immediately.
√ Post “Sprinturf Rules” signs at all entrances.
