How do you maintain a 3G pitch?

Type 3 – High Grip Polymeric Surface The next type of MUGA surface, Type 3, is a high grip polymeric surface. Consisting of a rubber surface, similar to wet pour, high grip polymeric surfacing is best suited for rebound sports, including netball, tennis and basketball .

As with any artificial surface, combining daily and weekly in-house routines with specialist, deep-cleaning works is the key to a successful 3G pitch maintenance programme. Drag brushing should be carried out at least weekly, to maintain a consistent distribution of rubber infill and raise the carpet pile.

Synthetic 2G or 3G all weather sports pitches can become flooded and waterlogged for all kids of reasons , however the most common reasons are compaction and contamination of the sand and rubber infill layer due to a lack of proper maintenance.