Environmental conditions can influence fiber resilience over time.

High temperatures

Synthetic fibers can become more flexible when surface temperatures rise significantly. Heavy traffic during extremely hot conditions may therefore accelerate permanent deformation.

Where practical:

• Avoid intensive activity during peak heat.
• Rinse the surface with clean water when appropriate.
• Provide shade in residential areas.

UV exposure

Outdoor artificial turf should incorporate suitable UV stabilization for the intended climate and exposure level.

Independent accelerated-aging test data is more useful than simply relying on marketing claims such as “UV resistant.”

Standing water

Persistent moisture can contribute to backing degradation, microbial growth, and other long-term problems.

Good drainage is therefore part of an anti-flattening strategy as well as a general turf maintenance requirement.