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Installing artificial grass requires a set of tools to ensure a smooth and successful installation. Here’s a list of essential tools you’ll need: Utility Knife: Used for cutting the artificial grass to the desired size and shape. Measuring Tape: Helps you measure and cut the grass accurately to fit the installation area. Broom or Power…
Don’t forget to check out our selection of quality synthetic turf! Remember that the specific tools you’ll need can vary based on the scope of the project and the specific requirements of the artificial grass you’re installing. It’s important to read and follow the manufacturer’s installation guidelines to ensure a proper and successful installation. If…
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Dianne Woelke, a retired nurse in San Diego, is among the Californians who’ve grown concerned about their neighbors’ synthetic lawns. She joined a group called Safe Healthy Playing Fields to advocate against their use. “It’s staggering the depth of minutia involved in this product. It’s just a lot of plastic with a lot of chemicals…
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In the past several years, homeowners in California have opted to exchange natural grass for synthetic turf, which has been seen as a year-round drought-resistant green grass option of which many neighbors would be envious. However, Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed legislation that permits local governments, including cities and counties, to ban synthetic grass in…
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Mark Reiser, who is a Southern California regional manager with Tough Turtle Turf, told NBC 7 that synthetic turf continues to be in high demand. “The front yard always looks good year-round — you don’t have to worry about it,” Reiser said. “Turf has just become so much more functional when it comes to no…
The adaptability of artificial grass means it can enhance a wide range of focal points in various ways. It enhances the visual appeal of these features while improving your yard’s functionality and safety. Let’s explore the various landscape focal points that synthetic grass can level up. 1. Water Features Whether it’s a fountain, a pool,…
It is crucial to properly disinfect poolside artificial turf regularly for health and safety reasons. After all, the area surrounding a swimming pool sees a high volume of human and potentially animal traffic throughout the day. Young children also frequently play barefoot on the grass, making them more susceptible to touching pathogens. Meanwhile, the chlorinated…
Sanitizing your artificial grass pool surrounds is as easy as following these four steps. 1. Choose Your Disinfectant Diluted bleach solutions are some people’s go-to disinfectant for synthetic turf installations. However, you can also use alternatives like vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, and commercial disinfectants. 2. Apply a Liberal Coating Thoroughly spray the disinfectant all over the…
Landscaping is the art of arranging elements in your yard to create a visually pleasing and harmonious environment. One critical concept in landscape design is the ‘focal point,’ which draws the eye and commands attention. You can take the beauty of these focal points to the next level with an artificial grass installation in San Jose.
If you’re a dog or cat owner, you know just how important it is for pets to run wild every once in a while. Unfortunately, those tiny, adorable paws can also cause quite the damage to any backyard or garden with natural grass. Nobody likes discolored grass due to animal waste or dug up holes…
If you have kids living in your house, you can turn your backyard into a great play area with synthetic grass. Artificial turf is highly durable, able to hold up well against a lot of foot traffic and rough play. Parents don’t have to dread playtime anymore for fear of patchy grass and unsightly holes…
Got any budding artists in the family? Here’s a fun idea: use artificial grass as a material for your next big art project! Synthetic turf is actually quite versatile and easily workable. It can be cut into any shape to create beautiful patterns and bold designs, if one is so inclined. Use it as a…
We really feel for DIY-ers who run into this problem. One of the reasons people invest in artificial grass is so that they don’t have to spend time maintaining their lawn. So imagine their horror when weeds start poking up from their artificial grass. You can prevent this problem from occurring by installing a weed…
Much like a carpet, artificial grass has a pile direction. This means that each fiber of grass has the tendency to point in one direction. If you don’t match the pile directions on your pieces of artificial grass, you’ll end up with not just a subtle zigzag, there will also be much less subtle alternating…
If you’re planning to install artificial grass without doing any excavation first, please stop now and hire a professional contractor. In all seriousness, if you lay artificial grass without excavating your lawn first, you’ll end up with a comically uneven lawn. The solution to this problem is simple as long as you haven’t started laying…
Many people opt to install artificial grass as a DIY project. We understand that it can be expensive to hire a professional contractor to do the work but it’s important that you understand that installing grass is not an easy job. If you’re set on installing it yourself, keep these common problems in mind to…
Solving the 3 Common Problems with Artificial Grass There are many benefits of using artificial grass on your property. The main one is the lower environmental impact. Consider that you need half a gallon of water for one inch of water per square foot of your property. While this may not sound like much, it…
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While we’re on the topic, let’s talk about adding more green inside your home. Artificial turf isn’t limited to your floors. What about jumping on the green wall bandwagon and creating your own vertical garden? Whether you use only artificial plants or add some real ones to the mix, it’s sure to change the appearance…
Let’s face it–no one like to stand or walk on concrete. It’s cold, hard, and unforgiving. Rather than leaving the floors of your basement bare and bleak, why not transform the area using artificial grass? Not only will it make the space appear warm and inviting, but it will be more comfortable on everybody’s feet….
No matter the type of field, the risk of sports injuries is always present. This risk is an inherent part of the game. Although some injuries are more common on turf fields, you can reduce your risk of injury by following some basic protocol. You should always wear proper footwear and stay hydrated. Artificial turf…
Because artificial turf is a high friction surface that allows athletes to move quicker, the risk of foot and ankle injuries is higher. The most common injury related to artificial turf is turf toe. This is when you jam your big toe and the torque force impacts the whole big toe joint. Ankle sprains are common on…
Anyone who has played a sport on artificial turf knows how hot it can get. On a warm day, it can feel like you are standing in the middle of a sauna. Surface temperatures on artificial grass can be 35°F to 55°F higher than natural grass. On a 98°F day in Provo, Utah, surface temperatures…
Cleats on Turf: How to Benefit from Artificial Grass in Your Sport Across much of the United States, artificial grass for sports fields is becoming increasingly popular. This is due to its easy-to-maintain nature. Artificial turf can withstand extreme climates. This is particularly good in areas that receive excessive rainfall or little to none. However, compared to natural grass, the risk…
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Synthetic grass can be installed on top of sound concrete. If it is broken up or cracked you will have to remove it and install as per a standard installation. If it is in good condition it will save you from having to install aggregates and prepare the surface. Fill any minor flaws in the…
Do the preparation as per a standard installation. Don’t lay the weed control material yet. Install the timber edging paying special attention to creating a sound supporting edge at the top of the slope. Spread type 1 sub-base across the slope to a depth of 2 to 3-inches and press it down by hand. Be careful not…
How to Install Fake Grass in Any Backyard Artificial or synthetic grass is getting more popular especially as modern products are such an improvement on early versions. People chose synthetic grass for many reasons including to help with allergies. Over 50 million Americans suffer from some kind of allergy and artificial grass can reduce exposure…
A standard installation starts with good preparation. Remove any previous turf together with any paving. Prepare the surface so that it is at a constant level with no bumps or potholes. Lay a weed control membrane in strips. Overlap the strips and cut it to the required shape. Nail it down into the ground. Concrete…
For either drainage system to work effectively they must be properly installed by professionals. Artificial grass installation is one home renovation you shouldn’t DIY. When a professional is surveying your existing lawn, they’ll take into account specific things. These include slope, soil content, and rainfall conditions. This will help them decide how to proceed. They…
With hard surface draining it really comes down to the existing drainage apparatus in place. In most cases, your concrete or brick was put in place with a drainage plan in mind. It will be sloped to direct water to another part of the lawn or into a drainage pipe. If you’re already experiencing drainage…
How Does Imitation Grass Drain? Installing an artificial turf system is one of the best decisions a homeowner can make. Not only does imitation grass require far less maintenance, but it also helps save the environment by reducing your water usage. Many people have heard horror stories about pooling water and poor drainage. Modern artificial…