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The surface may look similar at completion, but a new field and a resurfacing project have very different information requirements, risks and responsibilities.
Typical fitGreenfield or complete reconstruction projects where the supporting field system is being designed from the start.
Base, drainage and turf can be coordinated together
Field geometry and access can be designed around the programme
Clear opportunity to define responsibilities early
—Requires survey and civil design
—Drainage discharge and construction access must be planned
—Surface procurement should not run ahead of supporting design
Typical fitExisting hard courts or slabs being converted to an artificial turf sports use.
Can reuse an existing footprint
May reduce some civil scope where the base is suitable
Useful for selected school and community conversions
—Cracking, levels, thresholds and drainage need review
—Existing construction may not suit the proposed sport
—Edge and transition details can govern the final build-up
Typical fitExisting artificial fields where the upper system is being replaced or upgraded.
Existing field geometry and infrastructure may be retained
Can target worn surface layers
Historic field information can help define the new brief
—Existing shock pad should not be assumed reusable
—Drainage or settlement problems must be identified first
—Removal, infill recovery and disposal need a clear owner
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The exact construction, product evidence, installation requirements and any certification or testing pathway are confirmed against the actual project.