Construction and cost The average cost of a 5-a-side 3G pitch is around £50 per square metre , meaning a total cost of £25,000 for the 500 square metres we recommended earlier. If you’ve decided to splash out for a 4G pitch, that cost would rise to £35,000. Standard 5-a-side goals are 12 x 4ft.
Read moreWhat does 4G football pitch mean?
Fourth Generation (4G) surfaces consist of one element: synthetic turf. These surfaces are still in the early stage of development and are designed to eliminate the requirement for any infill products, whilst still meeting all the performance and testing requirements required by the sporting governing bodies.13 Mar 2019
Read moreCan you wear football boots on a 4G pitch?
However tests have shown that players have found some restrictions in rotational movements when wearing plastic blades on 4G surfaces. As a result these types of boots are NOT recommended for use on 4G . metal studs or metal blades will damage the 4G surface.
Read moreWhat is a 5G football pitch?
A 5G Football Pitch is an artificial turf surface used for football . The 5G football surface is rubber filled all weather pitch specification.
Read moreWhat is the difference between 4G and 3G pitches?
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.13 Mar 2019
Read moreDo 3G pitches cause more injuries?
“There is no good evidence that with the current 3G pitches that there is any increased risk of injury ,” he said. “There are number of studies which have looked at whether there is an increased risk of cruciate ligament injuries, ankle injuries and all injuries associated with artificial pitches.
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.
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