When buying repurposed turf you have two options; infill or extracted.

There are benefits to each, and which one is best for you is going to depend on your specific project needs. Considerations include budget, transportation, and logistics. 

What is Repurposed Turf?

Repurposed turf  is typically used sports turf that’s been put to new use creating functional lawns for homes and businesses. That’s because sports turf is the best candidate for repurposing! 

Regulations require that artificial turf sports fields be replaced every couple years, regardless of the condition of the field. Sports turf still has a long product life even after it’s been ripped up and replaced. This high quality product is designed to withstand the sharpest cleats and toughest tackles — so it should have no problem standing up to the challenges of everyday use!

Types of Repurposed Turf

Extracted Turf

Like most repurposed turf, extracted turf is sourced from local sports fields. Unlike infilled turf, extracted turf has had the infill professionally removed for a lighter, easier to install product.

Without infill turf is only about half a pound per square foot, making it easier to work with. However, infill is absolutely necessary to the look, performance, and life of your turf. So if you do purchase extracted turf, you’ll still need to buy infill and add it to your turf

Because extracted turf is infill-free, you have the option to buy a higher quality infill than the sand and crumb rubber commonly found in infilled sports turf. High quality infills like ZeoFill can keep your lawn up to 20 °F cooler and also prevent the growth of harmful microbes.