Synthetic grass can get hot, whether you live in an area that stays warm year-round or only in the summer months. It may debatably be one of the biggest drawbacks of an artificial surface. When a synthetic grass surface is exposed to sunlight for extended periods of time, it can get hot and take a little while to cool off. But due to much research and testing, Southwest Greens has the solution — Hydrochill.
WHAT IS HYDROCHILL?
Hydrochill is an advanced technology that’s added to your turf's infill that uses the science of evaporative cooling. Evaporative cooling works like how sweat cools you. As the synthetic grass is warmed by the sun (solar radiation), moisture that is already there in the surface treated with Hydrochill is released to eliminate the warmth and leave a cooler, more comfy surface.
HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY WORK?
Ambient heat outside doesn’t wholly dictate surface temps. Over time, sunlight (solar radiation), the angle of the sun, cloud coverage, wind, and several other factors contribute to surface temperature. Hydrochill employs moisture to provide a cooling effect. This moisture comes from dew, irrigation, or rainfall to keep a synthetic grass surface cool for days, based on local weather. It provides its biggest advantages throughout the hottest part of the day.
Based on lab and outdoor lawn thermocouple examination, Hydrochill has attained 30 - 50 degrees lower surface temps in comparison to standard turf systems. Additional testing was performed by a FLIR-Certified Thermographer utilizing the most sophisticated camera images and technology. Forward-Looking Infrared readings demonstrate just how much more cooling is provided by Hydrochill, diagram below.
This advanced engineering comes in two types — as an applied spray and as a pre-coated sand infill. Both are equally efficient at cooling the surface. Hydrochill will naturally hold moisture and can be activated by irrigation systems or a simple spray from a garden hose. It’s non-toxic and doesn’t have detrimental environmental effects.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
DECREASES HEAT-RELATED ILLNESSES
According to the CDC, heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be extremely unsafe. Heat exhaustion is the body’s answer to extreme loss of water and salt — generally through sweating. Heat stroke is even more hazardous, that takes place when the human body is unable to manage its temperature, causing sweating mechanisms to break down. A synthetic turf cooling system can help to reduce these conditions by diminishing the surface temperature.
MORE COMFORTABLE
While it’s not a very hot and sunny day, synthetic grass temps can get quite warm enough to feel unease. Hydrochill will work constantly to keep your synthetic yard at a lower temp if you reside in a climate that experiences frequent downpour. If you reside in a low humidity weather system, a quick wash every couple of days will ensure it is operating perfectly. It will be furthermore comfortable for both children and puppy feet.
BETTER PLAY
If you are thinking about Hydrochill for an athletics field, it is one of the greatest investments you can make. heat and humidity can cause difficulties for athletes by increasing their body temperature too high and causing dehydration. When artificial grass is cooled using an advanced system like Hydrochill, players will perform better by positively impacting their endurance.
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Ready to discover more regarding synthetic grass or adding Hydrochill to your turf? Call us right now for a hassle-free consultation. We’re happy to help.