Desso GrassMaster is a sports field of 100% natural grass reinforced with Desso synthetic grass fibres.
The benefits of artificial grass
The main benefit of artificial grass is its durability. Synthetic turf is so strong that neither weather conditions nor heavy sliding and tackles have an effect on it. In order to combine these benefits with the feel of play on natural grass, Desso Sports developed the reinforced natural grass system. The synthetic fibres also ensure better drainage of the pitch. Loose divots, subsidence, puddles and poorly repaired grass are a thing of the past. Together with the sand sub-base, the synthetic fibres ensure a smooth drainage of excess rainwater. Consequently a good quality of play is assured.
- Quality of play of natural grass
The perfect natural grass pitch is, and remains, the most enjoyable surface to play on, but is very hard to achieve. The injected Desso synthetic fibres help towards the target of the perfect natural grass pitch. The feel of playing on a Desso GrassMaster-pitch is identical to that of a 100% natural pitch. Ball behaviour, the interaction between player and pitch, grip and sliding characteristics…all have the natural grass feel.
Desso GrassMaster is mainly used in stadiums. Often these stadium fields are surrounded by covered seating. As a result the circulation of air is obstructed and the natural growth of the grass impeded. Desso GrassMaster provides a solution in these circumstances.
More hours of play
A natural grass pitch can be played on for a maximum of 300 hours per season. A Desso GrassMaster pitch can easily take three times that. In addition to the higher playing capacity, there is also much less damage from play.
No extra maintenance
Despite more frequent use a Desso GrassMaster pitch does not need any extra maintenance compared to natural grass. The clever combination of natural and artificial grass offers better control of the condition of the pitch. And that saves time and costs when caring for the pitch.
Smart investment
Investments in sporting facilities must provide a return. Not only must the sport improve from it, but there must also be a recovery of costs. As a consequence, stadium managers, local authorities and sports clubs increasingly prefer a multifunctional use of the infrastructure. Just think of the organisation of events, concerts, etc.
Moreover a Desso GrassMaster pitch can be used both for training and playing. Players who know "their" pitch have an important strategic advantage in competition.
