Choosing the right temporary flooring for outdoor events

When planning an outdoor event, the right temporary flooring solution is essential for protecting your surface, keeping guests safe and ensuring smooth event operations. Terraplas designs and supplies premium temporary indoor and outdoor flooring solutions trusted by stadiums and venues worldwide, from high-profile concerts to community events.

In this guide, we’ll take a look at why stadiums and event organisers rely on temporary surfaces, the range of flooring options available and how Terraplas can help you choose the perfect system for your needs.

Why do stadiums need temporary surfaces?

Stadiums and large venues host a large range of events, including concerts, festivals, sporting events and ceremonies, and while this variety boosts revenue, it also places unique demands on the playing surface. Installing a temporary flooring system ensures turf is protected and remains in top condition, while allowing events to run smoothly.

Temporary event flooring creates a safe, stable surface for crowds, equipment and staging. In some cases, drivable outdoor flooring is also required to accommodate heavy vehicles such as trucks, cranes and forklifts without damaging the grass beneath.

Terraplas products are designed for both pedestrian and vehicular use, combining durability with protection. All our products are engineered for ventilation and light penetration, ensuring they keep the turf healthy even when covered for extended periods. When installed and removed by experienced crews, these systems allow stadiums to transition quickly between events while maintaining the quality of their playing surface.

Which flooring system do you need?

Choosing the right temporary outdoor event flooring depends on your venue, the type of event and the load requirements. Terraplas offers a wide range of products, each engineered for specific conditions, and our experienced team can guide you through the entire installation process, ensuring you select the most effective and cost-efficient option.

Our range includes:

TerraTrak®Plus

A heavy-duty, drivable solution offering rapid installation and removal. TerraTrak®Plus is suited to both natural and synthetic turf and is favoured for stadium builds and large-scale productions. It is one of the most versatile heavy duty products on the market favoured by stadiums.

TerraPlas®HD

TerraPlas®HD is a heavy-duty solution which can withstand forklifts and machinery over 100 tonnes. Its deep-profile design allows airflow and light to reach the turf, keeping it healthy under extreme loads and supporting with grass growth.

TerraTrak®

Designed for light vehicle access, TerraTrak® combines strength and ease of handling. Apart from providing a solution for pedestrian stadium use it can also be used for stadium broadcast compounds, offering fast installation and a robust, non-slip surface.

Terraplas®

Terraplas® is a versatile floor covering for pedestrian use, ideal for concerts and ceremonies. Its translucent panels allow light to reach the turf which supports grass health, and its durable cam-lock design ensures panels remain secure under heavy footfall. With a height of 6.5cm this allows for a longer grass blade length.

TerraTile®

Compact and lightweight, TerraTile® offers rapid deployment for pedestrian areas within stadia and arenas, or temporary access paths. It’s one of our lightest and easiest-to-handle options yet boasts the highest weight load capacity of all our pedestrian products, perfect for robust turf protection systems at high profile events.

TerraFlor®

TerraFlor® is an excellent temporary flooring option for flat, stable pedestrian surfaces that delivers a clean, professional finish for stadia, exhibitions, hospitality zones and VIP areas with minimal set-up time. Ideal for rental companies and customers with multiple venues due to the high volume loading on vehicles reducing cost for vehicle movement between venues.

TerraTurf®

TerraTurf® is ideal for small events, tents and marquees, combining affordability with the trusted quality of the Terraplas brand, maximising your revenue on smaller budgets. TerraTurf® stands out for its lightweight design and ease of configuration, whilst keeping turf healthy under large pedestrian crowds.

Which flooring system is the best?

The ‘best’ temporary flooring is the one that meets your specific venue and event requirements. For heavy machinery access, a system like TerraTrak®Plus or TerraPlas®HD provides the load-bearing strength you need. For large-scale concerts, TerraTrak® pedestrian systems offer turf protection with safe, comfortable surfaces for attendees, while TerraTile® is unmatched for artificial grass installations.

It’s also important to consider other key factors, including available storage space, the speed at which your venue must be turned around between events and how often the system will be used, which also play a part in the decision. Terraplas works closely with each client to match the perfect temporary flooring solution to their operational needs, balancing performance, efficiency and long-term value.

Why use Terraplas for outdoor events?

Terraplas is the original name in temporary event flooring hire for stadiums and arenas, with more than 30 years of innovation and proven results. Trusted by over 260 venues, including some of the most prestigious sports and entertainment arenas around the world, we understand the demands of high-profile events and how to protect a venue’s most valuable asset.

Our products are manufactured in the UK and USA, ensuring consistent quality and compliance with international standards. We deliver a turnkey service supported by industry-leading expertise and a track record of reliability, so when you choose Terraplas, you’re choosing the flooring solution trusted by grounds teams, event organisers and promoters across the globe to perform in every situation.

Speak to Terraplas

If you’re planning an event and need reliable, high-quality outdoor temporary flooring, our team is ready to support you. Call us on +44 (0)1332 812813 or send us a message to discuss your requirements and find the right system for your venue.