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Boughton Kettering Loam 3mm Sterilized 25kg

Boughton Kettering Loam 3mm Sterilized 25kg

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Kettering Loam 3mm Sterilized 25kg

Achieve exceptional playing surfaces with our Kettering Loam 3mm Sterilized 25kg. With a typical clay content of 24%, this premium loam has been the trusted choice for local authority and school cricket pitches for many years. Ideal for creating pitches that provide a good surface with minimal preparation, Kettering Loam is the perfect solution for both new constructions and maintenance projects.

Key Features:

  • High Clay Content: Contains 24% clay, providing the ideal balance of firmness and durability for cricket pitches.
  • Sterilized for Purity: The loam is sterilized to ensure it is free from weed seeds and pathogens, promoting healthy, uncontaminated growth.
  • Versatile Use: Perfect for local authority and school cricket pitches, offering a reliable and consistent playing surface.
  • Easy Preparation: Requires minimal preparation, making it ideal for busy groundskeepers and maintenance teams.
  • Free Draining: Renowned for its excellent drainage properties, ensuring quick pitch preparation and fast grass seed germination.

Application Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Area: Clear the site of any debris and level the ground as needed.
  2. Spread Evenly: Apply the Kettering Loam evenly across the pitch using appropriate spreading equipment.
  3. Incorporate into Soil: Lightly rake or brush the loam to work it into the top layer of the soil, ensuring a smooth, firm surface.
  4. Compact and Level: Use a roller or compactor to ensure the loam is evenly distributed and firmly integrated into the surface.
  5. Regular Maintenance: Continue with regular maintenance practices, such as watering, rolling, and reapplying loam as necessary to maintain optimal surface conditions.

Construction Projects:

  • Screened at 10mm: For construction projects requiring a base loam, Kettering Loam can be screened at 10mm, reducing costs for constructions greater than 75mm in depth.
  • Screened at 3mm: For finishing projects or constructing pitches less than 75mm in depth, the loam can be screened at 3mm to provide a smooth, level finish.

Why Choose Kettering Loam 3mm Sterilized 25kg:

  • Trusted Quality: A long-standing favorite for local authority and school cricket pitches, ensuring reliable performance.
  • Minimal Preparation: Designed for ease of use, requiring minimal preparation while providing excellent surface quality.
  • Superior Drainage: Promotes fast grass seed germination and quick pitch preparation, even in challenging conditions.
  • Versatile Application: Suitable for both new construction and maintenance of existing pitches, offering flexibility and cost-efficiency.

Create top-quality cricket pitches with Kettering Loam 3mm Sterilized 25kg, the reliable choice for groundskeepers and sports facility managers. Ensure consistent, high-performance surfaces with minimal effort and enjoy the benefits of superior drainage and quick grass seed germination.

Order Now and Elevate Your Cricket Pitches!

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