Hockey Artificial Grass Solutions

The 2012 London Olympics sparked a revolution in the sport of field hockey. The color of the artificial grass changed from green to blue, and the organizers of the Riverbank Arena even decorated the perimeter of the pitch in bright pink. The color was chosen for a reason: the blue playing field better distinguishes the ball from the white marking line, thus giving spectators a better visual experience when watching the game at home. Changing the color of the ball from white to yellow enhances the color contrast and makes for a better viewing experience for spectators in the stadium.

The yellow ball and blue background is so impressive to spectators and players that yellow field hockey pucks on a blue background are now the standard in professional games. There has been a significant increase in the number of new artificial turf field hockey rinks of this type, especially those hosting international tournaments. In terms of perimeter color choices, the University of Edinburgh's field hockey stadium opted for red artificial turf, Valencia's stadium chose orange, and the Rio 2016 Olympics opted for light green. Light blue is also another practical choice.

Maintenance and care of the pitch
Professional maintenance is vital to the longevity of a pitch. Regular removal of large debris and natural litter (e.g. from the use of blowers) is particularly important. This is because dirt that is crushed and embedded in the grass pile during play encourages the production of moss-like species. It is also recommended to purchase a sweeper for optimal artificial turf care. Cleaning once or twice a week removes debris litter like leaves from the playing field.

A concentrated wet decontamination by a professional company is required every spring. This special artificial turf care ensures that the smaller dirt particles in the grass are rinsed away under high pressure.

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