At Sports Pitch Infill, we supply and install specialist infill materials that enhance the safety, performance, and longevity of synthetic sports surfaces.

Serving clubs, schools, and facilities in across the UK, our infill solutions are tailored to meet the demands of football, rugby, hockey, and multi-sport installations.

Whether you’re building a new pitch or upgrading an existing one, we provide reliable results that support elite-level play and long-term durability.

What Is Sports Pitch Infill And Why Is It Important?

Sports pitch infill is the performance material applied between turf fibres on synthetic playing surfaces. It provides essential shock absorption, stabilises the turf system, and supports consistent ball movement.

Properly selected and installed infill enhances players’ safety, improves traction, and mimics the feel and touch of natural grass pitch, while ensuring the turf structure remains intact under regular use.

What Types Of Surfaces Use Sports Pitch Infill?

We install sports pitch infill solutions for a wide variety of synthetic surfaces, including:

• 3G football and rugby pitches – Using rubber infill, SBR granules, and silica sand for cushioning and stability.
• Sand-dressed or sand-filled hockey pitches – Requiring precision-graded silica sand to maintain speed and fibre support.
• MUGAs and multi-sport facilities – Often using performance infill blends of sand and cork infill for balanced resilience.
• Synthetic tennis courts and playgrounds – Where infill may be used to manage slip resistance and fibre integrity.

What Does Sports Pitch Infill Installation Involve?

The sports pitch infill process begins with evaluating the pitch layout and turf system specifications. We layer the selected infill, typically beginning with sand for ballast and finishing with rubber infill or organic options for performance.

The materials are applied using specialist equipment such as drag brushes or rotary spreaders, ensuring even distribution throughout the turf pile.

Post-installation, we carry out compaction checks, brushing, and final adjustments to optimise performance and appearance.

How Much Does Sports Pitch Infill Cost?

Sports pitch infill costs, such as silica sand, range between £60 and £90 per tonne, while rubber infill ranges from £200 to £350 per tonne.

Premium options like EPDM, TPE, and cork infill fall within the £700–£1,200 per tonne range. Full pitch infill installations or replacements may exceed £10,000 depending on system size and specification.

Our guide provides detailed advice and data to help you choose the right infill based on climate, budget, and player needs.

Contact Sports Pitch Infill to get a detailed quote for your pitch project.

How Long Does Infill Installation or Top-Up Take?

Standard sports pitch infill top-ups can often be completed within a single day, while full infill replacements for large pitches may take two to three days depending on weather, access, and surface type.

Dry conditions help accelerate the process, and we always aim to schedule around training or match commitments.

What Are The Safety And Performance Benefits Of Correct Infill Use?

The right sports pitch infill ensures proper impact absorption, reducing the risk of joint strain or injuries. It supports even ball bounce and movement while maintaining turf fibre shape and slip resistance.

Well-maintained infill also improves drainage and helps regulate surface temperature, especially on exposed outdoor pitches.

Can Infill Be Topped Up, Replaced, or Recycled?

Sports pitch infill should be topped up one to two times a year based on usage, with full replacements typically needed every five to eight years.

Old infill can often be cleaned and reused or recycled for use in landscaping, equestrian arenas, or other secondary applications.

We offer collection and recycling support for facilities looking to reduce microplastics, meet sustainability goals, and align with FIFA environmental requirements.

What Tools And Equipment Are Used In Sports Pitch Infill Installation?

Sports pitch infill uses purpose-built tools for professional infill application and maintenance, including:

• Drag brushes and rotary spreaders – For even distribution and turf fibre lifting.
• Decompactors – To loosen compacted infill and restore surface resilience.
• Vacuum and grooming machines – For maintenance and contamination removal.
• Measuring tools – To monitor amount and depth of infill, ensuring quality consistency.

What Environmental Options Are Available for Infill?

Sports pitch infill offers a range of eco-conscious materials, such as EPDM and TPE, which are non-toxic, recyclable rubber infill alternatives. Other options include organic infills made from cork infill, coconut fibre, or olive pits, offering natural shock absorption and temperature control.

All materials comply with EU standards for safety and sustainability and can be paired with edge containment systems for added environmental protection.

Our research and innovation teams continue to track market changes, environmental concerns, and player wellbeing to ensure we offer the best choices for modern synthetic systems.

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