Hydrogel

Fed up with Dusty Surfaces?

Hydrogel is an innovative additive that hydrates your surface, reduces dust and minimises the need for watering. It can rejuvenate an existing surface; by absorbing water the riding surface becomes softer which alleviates the problem of 'deadness' as well as dust.

Hydrogel crystals can be added to existing surfaces or incorporated into a new surface. The crystals are activated by adding water - the absorbed water is then slowly released over time, providing a hydrated and dust free surface all year round.

The crystals can hold up to 300 times their own weight in water and the dispersion of water remains constant, so the surface is ideal at all times. By using Hydrogel the need to frequently irrigate surfaces can be reduced by up to 50%.

 

Benefits of Hydrogel:
  • Hydrate new or existing surfaces.
  • Watering frequency is reduced by up to 50%.
  • Constant slow release of water.
  • Reduces the risk of dust reactive ailments for both horse and rider.
  • Adds elasticity and relieves deadness of sand.
  • Gives 'weight' to sand.
  • Reduces blowing.
  • Reduces top-up frequency and increases the life-span of the surface.
  • Non-adhesive - does not stick to boots or legs.
  • Suitable for most surfaces, indoor or outdoor application.
  • Life-span of up to 5 years.
  • Environmentally friendly.

 

Case Studies

Essex, 17 x 32m, Riding School / Livery / RDA

"Although I still water the surface, says Donna, I would guess that I watered the surface four times as much before the Hydrogel was installed. The Hydrogel has saved me much time and effort in maintaining the arena as the surface stays hydrated for longer and therefore reduces the movement of the riding surface."


Essex, 60 x 20m, Training / Clinics / Hire

"Although the sand by itself can be a very nice surface it is very susceptible to the weather conditions. It can ride very dead when wet, then very loose and deep when dry, says Becky. The Turffoat fibres have worked into the sand to stabilise the surface, which never rides deep and gives good cushioning even when wet. Depending on how I level the arena I can also change how the surface rides which is so useful to me given the varied use that I have for the arena".

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