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A new surface can offer increased


playing performance at the facility and can be designed to meet the specific demands of different sports


playing performance at the facility and can be designed to meet the specific demands of different sports.


What design considerations need to be taken into account? In the absence of a copy of the original design and specification, it’s essential that a comprehensive investigation be carried out to establish the basis of the original design, and its relevance to the new design being proposed. A condition survey of the existing pitch can also determine the following key points: Drainage – existing system checks to ensure the drains are work- ing satisfactorily by rodding or carrying out a standard drain test. Resurfacing may provide an opportunity to install new drainage where the current design is inadequate. Sub-base – ensure an adequate thickness of sub-base material


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underneath the synthetic turf system and that the material has not become contaminated in any way. Perimeter edging – this edging retains the pitch construction and should be checked for line and level as well as structural integrity. If the existing edging is to remain in position it must be suitable for the finished level of the new surface. Shockpad – if the existing pitch was constructed using a shock- pad as a resilient layer to provide player comfort and to comply with performance criteria, this should be checked to ensure that it will perform satisfactorily in the new design.


Are there any other refurbishment options? As part of the facility’s condition survey and upgrade pro- gramme, the pitch surround fencing and the floodlight system


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