The standard process includes:

12. Placing PET seam tapes (20–30 cm wide) beneath the joint lines
13. Applying two-component polyurethane adhesive evenly along the tape
14. Pressing the turf edges firmly onto the adhesive
15. Rolling or hammering the seam to ensure secure bonding

This process creates durable, nearly invisible seams that prevent turf separation during long-term use.

Importantly, professional installations avoid gluing the turf directly to the base, allowing the system to maintain proper flexibility and drainage.

Cutting and Installing Field Markings

Football field markings are not painted onto artificial turf. Instead, they are integrated directly into the turf surface during installation.

12. The process typically involves:
13. Cutting narrow strips from the green turf surface
14. Inserting pre-manufactured white turf lines
15. Securing them with joint tape and adhesive

This technique ensures that field markings remain durable and clearly visible throughout the life of the pitch.

Infill Installation: Sand and Performance Granules

Worker applying adhesive infill on artificial football turf using a specialized injection machine

Once the turf surface is secured, installers distribute infill materials across the field.

A typical 3G football turf system uses two layers of infill:

12. Silica sand

Provides stability and helps keep turf fibers upright.

Performance infill granules

Usually made of rubber materials such as SBR, EPDM, or TPE, these granules improve:

12. Shock absorption
13. Player traction
14. Ball response

Automatic infill spreaders are often used to ensure uniform distribution across the entire field.

After installation, the turf is brushed repeatedly to allow the infill to settle properly between the fibers.

For most football turf systems, the final infill depth is typically around 13–15 mm, depending on the specific turf design.