Where Can I Use Turf Drainage Tiles?
Related Product: Roof Open Drainage Tile
Potential Locations for Turf Drainage Tiles
Since turf drainage tiles are modular and waterproof, they’re an excellent way to maximize the drainage of your outdoor turf installation. These perforated tiles are highly durable and suitable for high-traffic installations, and you can use them in many potential locations.Rooftops, Balconies, and Courtyards
Turf drainage tiles can help establish drainage on flat surfaces, like rooftops, balconies, and courtyards, where it would otherwise be difficult to create drainage. Creating a system of these interlocking tiles can help channel away water, preventing backup and allowing you to add the comfortable, welcoming qualities of turf to areas like a rooftop or patio.
Pool Deck
Artificial turf offers cool, comfortable, slip-resistant, and attractive flooring suitable for poolside settings when paired with synthetic turf drainage tiles. The tiles establish the extra drainage needed in a pool deck area where the turf may be exposed to large volumes of water.
Playgrounds
A playground needs to be accessible after heavy rain, so drainage tiles are a popular choice for play space settings. In addition to facilitating drainage so the turf is usable, many drainage tiles offer shock absorption that helps the tiles create constant shock attenuation for an optimal playground surface. You can use these tiles in commercial playgrounds, but they’re also a great choice for your backyard playground or play space.
Sports Fields
Artificial turf can be a great choice for sports fields, but the fields need to be usable after bad weather when practices or games are scheduled. Synthetic turf drainage tiles help quickly drain water away so competitions can go on as scheduled, minimizing cancellations.
Pet Facilities
While artificial turf can be a natural-looking yet highly durable flooring for pet facilities, water buildup can lead to bacterial growth that causes odors. Plus, the turf used in these locations needs to be thoroughly flushed with water to keep the flooring hygienic. Turf drainage tiles facilitate drainage and allow for more thorough flushing, keeping the areas clean and preventing odor buildup. The tiles are ideal for dog parks, vet clinics, pet relief areas, and dog runs.
Golf Facilities
After a heavy rain, artificial turf can become waterlogged if it lacks proper drainage. When you’re running a golf facility, you’ll lose money if the spaces are unusable. Turf drainage tiles can help these outdoor golf areas to drain quickly, so golfers can continue to use the facility throughout the day, maximizing your income. The tiles are a great choice for turf installations on putting greens, sand traps and bunkers, tee boxes, and fairways.
Alternative Uses for Turf Drainage Tiles
While these tiles are ideal for turf installations in many locations, they can serve alternative purposes, too. The tiles can effectively help elevate anything of weight or value off the ground, protecting the items. You can use them in storage units to keep boxes and equipment off the unit’s floor, potentially avoiding damage from condensation or any floods or leaks that could occur. Similarly, you can use them in your basement to help protect your belongings from any leaks or moisture issues.Qualities to Look for in Turf Drainage Tiles
At Greatmats, we carry the Roof Open Drainage Tile, which offers all of the features you want in a top-quality drainage tile. This tile is designed for fast drainage, and it can facilitate that drainage with just a 0.25% slope, so it’s ideal for use in flat areas, like rooftops. It can drain 2.85 inches of rainfall in one minute on a nearly completely flat surface, meaning your turf can withstand heavy rains.
The tile is highly versatile, too. It provides vertical and lateral drainage and can be installed over compacted aggregate, concrete, asphalt, and flat rooftops, giving you plenty of options in where you choose to use it. The tiles are lightweight and feature quick snap connectors that make the installation process easy. They’re a great choice for many different projects, including the ones listed above.