{"id":16215,"date":"2023-10-19T16:33:59","date_gmt":"2023-10-19T20:33:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/?p=16215"},"modified":"2023-11-01T10:24:13","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T14:24:13","slug":"athletic-field-design-in-florida-important-considerations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trackandturf.com\/blog\/athletic-field-design-in-florida-important-considerations\/","title":{"rendered":"Athletic Field Design in Florida: Important Considerations"},"content":{"rendered":"Florida residents are familiar with hot and sunny weather\u2014Florida is the sunshine state, after all. The local climate impacts many types of decisions made around the state. If you\u2019re a school or operate a sports facility in Florida, one decision you must make is the type of athletic field design best suited to withstand the state\u2019s unique weather.\n\nAmerican Athletic Track and Turf is a trusted sports construction company serving the East Coast and southeast region of the United States with professional track and turf installation services<\/a>. We have the industry expertise to help you design the right field for your team. Here, we share insight about what to consider when installing your next athletic field in Florida.\n

Florida Field Factors<\/h2>\nIf your school or athletic facility is looking to install a new athletic field, one of your biggest decisions is what material your field will be made of. The debate between regular grass and artificial turf fields<\/a> is a long-standing one, but the material you choose should ultimately depend on factors like the local weather, the sports that will be played on it, and the maintenance that will be provided. For schools and facilities in Florida, there are a few specific concerns that must be taken into account when designing your project. These include the following:\n

How Does Florida Weather Impact Decision-Making?<\/em><\/h3>\n

The weather and climate of the area where the field will be built are always important to consider, and Florida is no different. Florida has a humid subtropical climate where the summers are long and hot and the winters are mild. This unique weather can affect whether artificial turf or natural grass is better, and athletic directors must weigh the effects of the weather. American Athletic has award-winning, qualified track and field builders<\/a> with more than twenty-five years of industry experience who can help you consider every aspect to make the right decision with your athletic field design.<\/p>\n\n

Is Heat a Problem for Artificial Turf?<\/em><\/h3>\n

Artificial turf can\u2019t cool itself down as natural grass does, and many studies have shown that artificial turf gets significantly hotter on sunny days than natural grass. Since Florida is so hot, many people believe artificial turf isn\u2019t a suitable option for their athletic fields.<\/p>\n

However, many years have passed since some of these studies were conducted, and updates in the field have led to the creation of safer artificial turf options that don\u2019t get as hot. At American Athletic, we have a relationship with FieldTurf<\/a>, A Tarkett Sports Company, to provide our customers with high-quality and innovative artificial turf products. For clients in hot climates like Florida, we have options that offer heat reduction benefits.<\/p>\n\n

Will Colors Fade in the Sun?<\/em><\/h3>\n

If the looks of your facilities\u2019 athletic fields are of the utmost importance, you want to choose a material that won\u2019t fade over time. The weather and sunlight can affect the color of natural grass throughout the year, but artificial turf is usually UV-stabilized so it won’t fade significantly in direct sunlight.<\/p>\nThese factors are important to take into account when deciding on what type of athletic field design your Florida facility needs. For more insight, check out other questions to ask when buying an artificial turf field<\/a>.\n

Get a Quote Today<\/h2>\nWhether you think an artificial turf field sounds like the best choice for your design or you\u2019re still deciding, get in touch with the experts at American Athletic Track and Turf to get started. We\u2019re proud to offer athletic field installation<\/a> and repair services backed by comprehensive warranties. American Athletic even offers a time-saving alternative to the traditional bidding process, called our SmartBuy program<\/a>, which can save you money on your project. Get a quote<\/a> today on your athletic field project in eastern Pennsylvania, southern Massachusetts, Delaware, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Florida, New Jersey, or Maine.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Florida residents are familiar with hot and sunny weather\u2014Florida is the sunshine state, after all. The local climate impacts many types of decisions made around the state. 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