So let’s begin with the easy answer: the standard lifespan of a field is approximately eight years.
Projections are showing that the fields installed now could see lives up to 10 or 12 years, thanks to technological advancements and the establishment of annual maintenance programs that have occurred since the first generation fields were installed. Barring an act of nature, your field should last eight years on its own. But the best way to give your field a long and healthy life is comparable to what you would do to extend your own life: take care of it and perform regular maintenance.
Ways you can expand the life of your synthetic turf field. Regular grooming of your field is one of the easiest ways you can keep your field performing at high levels and keep your athletes safe. Brushing your field will help keep infill levels even, which is key in maintaining the health of your synthetic fibers and avoiding the appearance of bare spots. It is also important that you fill the inevitable high-traffic areas with infill on a consistent and frequent basis. Areas that are low on infill can become a tripping hazard and cause extra or unnecessary wear to occur on the fibers, thus shortening the life of your field.
A word of caution, there is such an issue as over-grooming. This could include high frequency, over-aggressive grooming, or using improper equipment. You can set up a maintenance training or field assessment with a member of our Motz365 team to ensure your equipment is correct and you’re using it properly on your field.