What Are Dual-Layer Tartan Flooring Systems?
Tartan flooring systems, known for their durability, flexibility, and safety in sports facilities, are especially preferred in high-traffic areas such as athletic tracks and walking paths. Among these systems, one of the most widely implemented models is the dual-layer tartan surface, offering both economic advantages and strong technical performance.
Tartan tracks and flooring are elastic and durable surface systems commonly used in sports grounds. These systems are primarily composed of SBR (Styrene Butadiene Rubber) and EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) granules. These materials ensure long-lasting durability and flexibility. To bond the granules effectively to the surface, a special polyurethane adhesive known as binder is used.
These surfaces are generally applied in two layers:
- Layer 1
- Consists of SBR granules made from recycled rubber. This base layer provides shock absorption and surface flexibility.
- Layer 2
- Colored EPDM granules are mixed with a polyurethane-based binder and poured over the base layer. This top layer offers a decorative finish and excellent weather resistance.
How Are Tartan Surfaces and Tracks (SBR and EPDM) Installed?
When it comes to technical application, installing tartan flooring and track systems requires a solid asphalt base with a proper slope. Before application, the surface is thoroughly cleaned to remove dust, dirt, and oil.
A single layer of primer is then applied to support the bonding process. The primer ensures maximum adhesion between the binder, granules, and the sub-base, creating a strong chemical bond between layers.
Once the primer has dried, a base layer of minimum 8 mm thick SBR granules mixed with polyurethane is poured. After allowing 10–15 hours of curing without any surface traffic, a second layer of 5–7 mm thick EPDM granules blended with polyurethane binder is poured over the cured base.
Upon completion, the surface becomes elastic, UV-resistant, and highly durable against outdoor conditions. This system provides an ideal solution in terms of both performance and safety.
Where Are Tartan Flooring Systems Used?
- Professional and amateur athletic tracks
- Tennis courts and multi-purpose sports fields
- Walking paths, jogging routes, and recreational areas
- Volleyball courts and basketball courts
- Children’s playgrounds and schoolyards requiring impact-absorbing flooring
- Public parks and gardens, as well as sports complexes
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Frequently Asked Questions
EPDM is a weather-resistant, colored rubber granule with strong UV resistance. It is typically used as the top layer in outdoor sports flooring systems.
Binder is a polyurethane-based adhesive used to bond the granules to each other and to the surface. It ensures the durability and longevity of the flooring system.
Depending on application quality, material type, and usage intensity, tartan surfaces can last between 8 to 15 years. Regular maintenance helps extend the lifespan.
The total thickness is typically between 13–15 mm, consisting of an 8–10 mm SBR base layer and a 5–7 mm EPDM top layer.