Are you able to breathe life into a used, uncared for cricket wicket?
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As any cricketer understands, the standard of the wicket may have a significant affect on just how the cricket ball reacts. Pitches which are bumpy or pitted can cause the ball to bounce erratically, pitches that are quite hard can make the ball bounce high and really fast, while cricket wickets that are blanketed in grass could minimise just how much that a spin bowler can turn the cricket ball.
To successfully standardise the playing surface and give a wicket that can be used in most conditions, many leisure centres, schools and cricket clubs use artificial cricket wickets. Despite the fact that synthetic pitches are more robust than purely natural pitches, they also need frequent repairs and maintenance to ensure they are in tip top condition. Luckily, even ancient, neglected pitches can be brought back to life with a little bit of Tender loving care and the correct treatment plan.
Synthetic Wickets
Synthetic pitches may be installed on either a dynamic (stone) or non-dynamic (macadam or concrete) base. The surface of the wicket is fabricated from superior quality short pile carpet which is either hardwood edged and nailed or nailed directly into the aggregate. Shock pads will also be installed below the surface of the wicket to guarantee the cricket ball bounces perfectly and that the synthetic surface responds exactly the same to the cricket ball every time, what ever the weather conditions.
Maintaining An Artificial Wicket
Like many man-made surfaces, artificial cricket pitches must be carefully maintained if they’re to offer the very best playing pitch all year long. Our recommendation is that anyone using an artificial cricket playing surface should implement an annual deep clean process, level the batting area on a regular basis and use no less than one chemical treatment solution every six months.
Regardless of frequent maintenance, cricket pitches can degrade over time, shock pads can harden and surface areas could become uneven. If you notice that the bounce of the ball is becoming uneven or that the surface is looking tired and worn, it could be time to give your artificial pitch a renovation.