Shock pad is a material used on artificial turf floors due to its many benefits. It makes the field ground feel softer. It is especially recommended to be used for artificial turf applied on hard floors. It is suggested that you should consider having a shock pad before buying artificial grass.
The shock pad laid underneath of artificial landscaping turf applications provides an additional softness to the existing softness of artificial turf. In artificial turf used sports fields, it is seen as a more necessary application. The reason for this is that the shock pad drainage resistance helps to meet international standards.
Drainage resistance is also an important factor in landscaping areas, especially in precipitation areas. Its use is highly recommended in these regions. Especially suggessted to be used under artificial grass in the landscaping area where there are children running or playing, as it is more protective against the risk of falling.
Using shock pad also helps prolong the life of the artificial turf. It will extend the life of artificial turf with the use of shock pads, particularly to artificial turf applied on concrete or hard ground.
To summarize, the use of shock pads for artificial grass is becoming more common day by day. It is increasingly becoming one of the main components rather than being an additional product. To decide whether you need a shock pad for artificial turf, these facts will give you the right idea to review:
Shock Pad Types and Features
There are many different types of shock pads available, depending on the expected function. Shock pad density starts at 30 kg/m3 and increases. In addition, there are shock pads in different millimeters. The 8 mm shock pad is one of the most used entry-level products.
10 mm shock pad is the most used type. As a higher level, 12 and 20 mm shock pads are also available in our stock. Apart from the foam shock pad, there are also waterproof options. A felt layer on these shock pads is placed to absorb water. Felt shock pads are especially used in sports fields.
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