Once planning is granted and the construction programme agreed, the typical length of time on-site to construct a new artificial football pitch is generally 12-14 weeks , with football pitch resurfacing in the region of 6-8 weeks.
Read moreWhat pitch is 3G?
3G Pitches 3G stands for a Third Generation synthetic surface which consists of three elements; synthetic turf, sand infill and rubber infill. These surfaces are typically between 35mm-65mm in pile height.
Read moreIs a hockey pitch 3G?
3G surfaces are designed primarily for football and rugby and England Hockey does not consider it suitable for competitive hockey .
Read moreHow long does a 3G pitch last?
How long does a 3G Pitch last for? An artificial turf football pitch generally has a lifespan of around 10 years , though this will vary based on how well the pitch has been constructed, the weekly hours of usage and how well the pitch has been maintained.
Read moreIs 3G pitch better than 4G?
The Difference Between 3G and 4G The main difference between 3G and 4G surfaces is that 3G pitches contain infill, whilst 4G systems do not . 3G pitches are the latest to be recognised by any accredited governing body. Therefore, you will only find 3G pitches as being publically endorsed by sports teams or influencers.
Read moreHow big is a 3G pitch?
The playing surface should be 100m x 64m with a 3m run off on all sides free from obstacles; where an existing natural turf stadia pitch is being converted and space is limited the run off should be agreed with the league or The FA.
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