{"id":331,"date":"2025-09-15T22:54:34","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T22:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/?post_type=realtech&#038;p=331"},"modified":"2025-11-25T19:07:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T19:07:34","slug":"antistatic","status":"publish","type":"realtech","link":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/learn\/realtech\/antistatic\/","title":{"rendered":"AntiStatic"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":4955,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":{"title_first":"ANTI","title_second":"STATIC","one_liner":"No more shocks\u2014fibers that dissipate static safely.","icon":{"id":1307,"url":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AntiStatic-RealTech-Icon-1.svg"},"intro":"<h2>AntiStatic Technology: Static-Free Comfort<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3804\">Static buildup on synthetic turf is annoying at home and distracting on commercial sites. Dry air, rubber soles, and high foot traffic can create electrostatic charges that \u201czap\u201d users or attract dust.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3804\">Realturf\u2019s AntiStatic technology integrates conductive components into the turf so charge dissipates before it becomes a problem.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3804\">The result is a consistently comfortable, professional surface\u2014ideal for gyms, schools, rooftop lounges, pet areas, and high-traffic landscapes. AntiStatic is tested to flooring\/electrostatic standards (UNE EN-14041; IEC 61340-4-1) and is invisible to the eye, so you keep the natural look and feel people love.<\/p>\n","what_is_tech":"<p>AntiStatic is a RealTech\u00ae enhancement that embeds tiny <strong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"990\">carbon-based conductive elements<\/strong> into the turf system\u2014within select yarns and\/or stitch threads. These elements create a safe, permanent \u201cescape route\u201d for static electricity so it can\u2019t build up on the surface. There\u2019s no coating to wear off, no change to color, softness, or blade shape\u2014just turf that\u2019s more comfortable and reliable in everyday use.<\/p>\n","how_it_works":"<p data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1775\">Static forms when people and gear move across the surface (triboelectric effect). AntiStatic disperses that charge through <strong data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1485\">dissipative fibers\/threads<\/strong> and into the backing, infill, and ground, lowering peak voltages so shocks are <strong data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1590\">virtually nonexistent<\/strong>. Because the conductive pathway is <strong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1656\">built into the turf itself<\/strong>, performance is continuous\u2014especially helpful in low-humidity climates and busy facilities where friction is constant.<\/p>\n","benefits":{"item-0":{"benefit_icon":{"id":1080,"url":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Shock-Free-Icon.svg"},"benefit_title":"Shock-Free Experience","benefit_text":"Dissipates static charges to prevent discomfort for users of all ages."},"item-1":{"benefit_icon":{"id":997,"url":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Proven-Technology-Icon.svg"},"benefit_title":"Certified Compliance","benefit_text":"Meets UNE EN-14041 and EC 61340-4.1 standards for anti-static performance."},"item-2":{"benefit_icon":{"id":538,"url":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Gym-Icon.svg"},"benefit_title":"Great for Gyms &amp; Rooftops","benefit_text":"Reduces static in high-contact environments like training areas and terraces."},"item-3":{"benefit_icon":{"id":1020,"url":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Showroom-Icon-ALT.svg"},"benefit_title":"Enhanced Comfort","benefit_text":"Provides peace of mind for families and professionals with a safer, more user-friendly surface."}},"faqs":{"item-0":{"question":"Will AntiStatic turf eliminate all shocks?","answer":"It greatly reduces static buildup, making shocks virtually nonexistent in typical conditions. Extremely dry air or unusual footwear can produce the occasional mild discharge."},"item-1":{"question":"Is AntiStatic visible in the turf?","answer":"No. The conductive elements are integrated within fibers\/threads and are invisible on the surface."},"item-2":{"question":"Does AntiStatic wear off over time?","answer":"No. It\u2019s not a topical spray\u2014it\u2019s built into the product, so the effect is durable for the life of the turf under normal use."},"item-3":{"question":"Where does AntiStatic make the biggest difference?","answer":"Dry-climate installs, gyms\/fitness, schools and play areas, rooftops\/terraces, hospitality spaces, pet turf, and any high-traffic environment where people frequently contact the surface."},"item-4":{"question":"Is AntiStatic safe for kids and pets?","answer":"Yes. The conductive components are inert and encapsulated within the turf system."},"item-5":{"question":"Can AntiStatic be combined with other RealTech\u00ae features?","answer":"Absolutely. It works alongside cooling tech, antimicrobial additives, MaxDrain, and more\u2014choose the product that combines the features your project needs."}},"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-331","realtech","type-realtech","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/realtech\/331","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/realtech"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/realtech"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/realtech\/331\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":333,"href":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/realtech\/331\/revisions\/333"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4955"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/realturf.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=331"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}