Jul 15th,2026
Modern sports venues, football pitches, running tracks, school playgrounds and multi-purpose activity zones rely on two core synthetic materials: artificial grass and rubber granules (SBR & EPDM). Combined, they form safe, all-weather, low-cost sports surfaces widely used by dealers, wholesalers, contractors and facility operators globally. This guide breaks down their functions, core advantages, classifications and application scenarios for bulk buyers.
1. Artificial Grass: Main Surface Layer for Sports Fields
Sports artificial turf is made of high-density PE/PP anti-UV yarn with multi-layer permeable backing, customized in pile height (20mm–60mm) and density for different sports.
Core Benefits
- **All-weather availability**: No mud, puddles or seasonal withering; usable rain or shine, no field closure due to weather
- **Ultra-low maintenance**: No watering, mowing, fertilizing; only simple regular sweeping required
- **Long service life**: UV-stabilized yarn resists fading and abrasion, 8–12 years outdoor lifespan
- **Stable sports performance**: Consistent ball bounce and rolling speed, compliant with FIFA amateur field standards
- **Wide application**: Football fields, futsal courts, school playgrounds, garden landscaping, commercial activity areas
Product Types
1. Filled sports turf (40–60mm pile): Matched with rubber infill for professional football venues
2. Non-filled landscape turf (20–30mm pile): For parks, retail landscaping and light recreational use
2. Rubber Granules: The Elastic Shock-Absorbing Core Rubber granules act as infill for artificial grass and surface layer for running tracks/playgrounds, divided into two mainstream types: SBR black rubber granules and colored EPDM rubber granules. 2.1 SBR Recycled Rubber Granules Made from recycled waste tires after multi-stage crushing, metal and fiber removal - Advantages: Cost-effective, strong shock absorption, good elasticity, recyclable raw materials - Usage: Primary infill for football artificial grass, breathable running track base layer - Particle size: 0.5–4mm, standard dosage 12–18kg per square meter of turf 2.2 EPDM Virgin Rubber Granules Premium colored elastic granules with ethylene propylene diene monomer raw material - Advantages: UV-resistant, non-fading, bright customizable colors, low dust, anti-aging, non-toxic eco-friendly - Usage: Top layer of plastic running tracks, kindergarten playground surfaces, colored infill for high-end artificial grass - Feature: Excellent elasticity recovery, greatly reduces fall impact to protect athletes and children Key Functions of Rubber Granules 1. Shock absorption: Cut impact force by over 40%, lower risks of ankle, knee and head injuries 2. Fix turf blades: Prevent grass fiber flattening and displacement under heavy foot traffic 3. Optimize sports experience: Restore natural grass elasticity, standardize ball bounce effect 4. Fast drainage: Leave gaps between particles to avoid water accumulation on field surface 3. Matching Combination: Artificial Grass + Rubber Granules The two materials form a complete professional sports ground system: 1. Base layer: Quartz sand for turf stabilization 2. Elastic layer: SBR rubber granules for shock buffer 3. Optional top layer: Color EPDM granules for high-end venues This combination delivers consistent surface performance under high-frequency daily use, ideal for schools, sports clubs, commercial leisure projects and large-scale wholesale distribution. 4. Main Application Scenarios - Football & futsal pitches: Sports artificial grass + SBR rubber infill - Athletic running tracks: SBR base layer + EPDM colored surface granules - Kindergarten & community playgrounds: Full EPDM rubber flooring - Park multi-function courts, retail landscape lawns: Light-use artificial turf - Commercial wholesale supply: Bulk turf and granules for regional dealers, traders and contractors 5. Why Choose Shanzhong Sports Materials As a professional manufacturer of artificial grass and rubber granules, we support bulk wholesale for global B2B clients: 1. Stable mass production capacity: Monthly output meets large-scale order demands for overseas wholesalers 2. Customized specs: Adjustable turf height, density, granule size and EPDM colors 3. Competitive factory direct pricing, flexible payment terms for long-term partners 4. Strict quality control: Anti-UV, low-dust, non-toxic raw materials with consistent batch quality 5. Factory visit support: Welcome global buyers to inspect production lines and test samples Conclusion Artificial grass and rubber granules have become the mainstream substitute for natural grass and traditional hard ground, balancing safety, durability and cost efficiency. For dealers, project contractors and trading companies, sourcing integrated turf and rubber granule products from one factory simplifies procurement and boosts profit margins. Shanzhong looks forward to establishing stable long-term win-win cooperation with worldwide sports material distributors.