active sports

Active Sports is an incredibly hard wearing artificial grass surface that is ideal for Multi Use Games Areas 'MUGAS'.

The installation of a MUGA can help to provide a dedicated space for ball games within the playground, to avoid other playground games being marginalised. Active sports surfacing can be line painted to provide sports pitch markings.

One of the most important aspects to consider with Active Sports surfaces is the installation of an appropriate subbase to ensure longevity of the surface, an even finish and adequate drainage.

Active Sports is a versatile surface which can be used for a wide range of sports including: 

• Football
• Hockey
• Tag Rugby
• Soft Ball
• Netball

Our active sports surface can be laid directly onto a solid surface (e.g. tarmac, concrete). If required we can install an additional 10mm shock pad beneath the surface to soften the overall feel of the area. 

For any installation of active sports onto a soil/grass area we recommend the installation of a stone sub-base is to aid longevity, provide additional water drainage, and to prevent uneven settlement of the surface.

The depth of the sub-base will vary depending on the ground conditions, be it soft clay soil, stony ground, or where there are many tree roots in situ. A minimum of 50mm depth of sub-base material, usually MOT Type 1, laid over a geotextile membrane is sufficient.

Depending on the sub-base stone type, the surface will also require a thin layer of grit sand to ensure a flat, smooth surface.