A PU backing consists of a polyurethane coating instead of latex. This innovation under artificial grass offers many advantages that we want to highlight in this blog.

Europe Grass would like to inform you about a backing that is being applied more and more frequently, namely the PU backing. The backing consists of a polyurethane coating instead of latex. This innovation under artificial grass offers many advantages that we want to highlight in this blog.

PU (Polyurethane) backing is stronger, lighter, and more flexible.

Tear-resistant

A PU backing offers stronger adhesion due to the even distribution of the polyurethane over the fibers. This minimizes the possibility of fiber breakage or uprooting over time. No hardening or brittleness of the underlayer occurs, even under extreme weather conditions and long-term intensive use.

Water Permeability

Under continuously wet conditions, the PU backing offers excellent adhesion and dimensional stability. The artificial grass mat itself does not absorb moisture in the backing, which optimizes the overall water permeability.

Environmental Benefits

A PU backing is odor- and solvent-free. The material is odorless and will remain so because it does not absorb animal urine (unlike a latex backing). The PU backing ensures that moisture and liquids do not penetrate the underlayer of the artificial grass, but are drained away with rainfall. This contributes to a hygienic and safe user experience.

The manufacturing process of PU backing does not require water. Furthermore, the production process consumes significantly less energy, up to 90 percent less.

Flexible and Pliable

Artificial grass with a PU backing is much more flexible than artificial grass with a latex backing. It ensures lasting flexibility, making it easier to install on various hills, slopes, and ditch banks. The PU backing is naturally softer and smoother, which ensures easier and more flexible installation.

Want to know more about the advantages of PU backing or request a quote?

As a wholesaler in artificial grass, we are happy to help you with high-quality solutions for your projects. Contact our experts for personal advice or directly request a no-obligation quote for artificial grass with PU backing. We are happy to think along with you!

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