Sports & Fitness

Shock Pad

Our shock pad is a chemically cross-linked polyethylene foam designed as the underlay for artificial turf installations. It combines low moisture permeability with high buoyancy, delivering reliable shock absorption and improved ball rebound on synthetic sports fields. The closed-cell structure is waterproof, resists mould and bacteria, and drains well between layers. Sheets can be sized to project dimensions to cut waste and installation time, and a standard field can typically be laid in a single day.

Superior shock absorption and consistent ball rebound
Reduces injury severity from falls on artificial turf
Closed-cell, waterproof, with excellent drainage
Resistant to mould, rot, bacteria, and mildew
Resists thermal expansion and cold shrinkage
Lightweight, reusable, and weather resistant during install

Technical Specifications

MaterialChemical Cross-linked Polyethylene (XPE) Foam
Cell StructureClosed-cell
SizingCustomisable to field dimensions
Service LifeExtended; reusable across replacements
Installation TimeStandard field in approximately one day

Applications

Common questions about Shock Pad

What does a shock pad do under artificial turf?

It provides the controlled energy return and impact attenuation the surface needs, so the turf carpet itself does not have to. Because it is a separate closed-cell XPE layer, it stays in place when the carpet is replaced.

Can it be reused when the turf is replaced?

Yes, and that is a large part of its value. Service life extends across multiple carpet replacements, so the pad is amortised over several turf cycles rather than one.

How long does installation take?

A standard field is typically laid in about a day. Sizing is customised to the field dimensions before it ships, so there is minimal cutting on site.