As the grounds care industry comes together for SALTEX, attention naturally turns to the products, systems and suppliers that will support sports facilities through the year ahead. For synthetic pitches, performance is not determined by the visible surface alone. The materials specified within the system play a vital role in how that surface behaves over time.
Infill is one of those critical components. The right infill helps influence drainage, surface stability, traction and player comfort. When specified correctly, it can support year-round playability and reduce unnecessary maintenance intervention.
Active young woman trying to beat the ball by Padel racket while playing tennis in the court
Grantex Premium Dried Sports Sand has been engineered specifically for synthetic sports pitch infill systems. Manufactured in the UK at our specialist drying and grading facility in Rye, East Sussex, it is naturally rounded, kiln-dried and precision graded from 0.3–1mm to deliver uniform coverage and dependable performance.
For grounds teams and contractors, material consistency is essential. Inconsistent or poorly suited sand can contribute to compaction, uneven surface behaviour and reduced water movement through the system. Grantex Premium Dried Sports Sand offers a water filtration rate in excess of 16,000mm/h, helping pitches remain usable during wet weather and supporting facilities that need to maximise availability throughout the year.
Culver Road, Lancing; 24th February 2019; Hillside Rangers v Rudgewick Panthers. Rear View of Goalkeeper Lying on the Ground and Holding the Ball
Its rounded particle shape and tightly controlled grading help the sand settle evenly within the surface, supporting both stabilising and performance infill applications. This premium, high-silica sports sand is fully compliant with the FIFA Quality Programme for Football Turf and World Rugby Turf Performance Specification standards and also meets the USGA grading specification.
Suitable for a wide range of synthetic sports applications, including football, rugby, hockey, padel, MUGAs and training areas, Grantex Premium Dried Sports Sand provides a dependable infill solution for facilities where performance matters.
Available in 1000kg and 1250kg bulk bags, as well as 25kg poly bags, it provides flexibility for new installations, renovation works, maintenance programmes and smaller repair projects.
As facilities plan ahead for 2027, choosing the right infill should not be seen as a minor detail. It is a key specification decision that supports drainage, durability and confidence from the ground up.
Grantex Specialist Aggregates provides dependable UK production, consistent stock availability and nationwide delivery for synthetic sports surface projects across the UK.