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Weed Barrier Fabric and Used Artificial Grass
Used artificial grass costs 50% to 75% less than new artificial grass, which is great on your budget! However, used artificial grass may come with punctures from the forklifts that moved them. Proper installation of the used artificial grass will hide these punctures, but they could possibly allow a sliver of sunlight to reach the…
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Should You Put Weed Barrier Down Before or After Installing a Base Layer?
First, let’s go over why you need a base layer. The base layer creates a level platform and provides drainage for artificial turf. When installing a synthetic grass base layer, excavate 3 to 4 inches of topsoil. The best materials for the base layer are 3 inches of class II road base followed by an…
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When Should You Avoid Weed Barrier Fabric?
Now that we have shared a few reasons for installing landscape fabric for synthetic turf, it’s time to explain why weed barrier is not right for some artificial grass projects. However, if you have pets and still want to benefit from the protection and stability of weed barrier fabric, you can use a turf deodorizer…
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Get Weed Barrier for Artificial Turf
Wondering why you should invest in a weed barrier? A weed barrier: 1. Blocks Weed Growth The fabric blocks sunlight from reaching the soil. Weeds need sunlight to grow. Even if a stubborn weed pops its head out of the ground beneath your artificial grass, the weed barrier cloth physically stops the weed from reaching…
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What is Weed Barrier?
Weed barrier for artificial grass is a geo-textile fabric that is installed as a synthetic turf underlayment. It is also known as weed barrier cloth, weed block fabric, and landscaping fabric. Weed barrier is typically made from polyester or polypropylene. It comes in woven or non-woven styles.
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When Should You Use Weed Barrier Under Artificial Grass?
When you install artificial grass, you may not think you’ll have to deal with weeds. After all, you are covering up the native soil. Properly installed new or used artificial grass will indeed prevent weeds from growing through the turf’s backing. However, weeds can still push against the bottom of the artificial turf and disfigure…
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Prevent Future Damage to Artificial Turf
Proper artificial turf maintenance is critical to avoiding damage in the future. Some of the most essential elements of high-quality care are: Used artificial grass is an excellent cost-effective option for your turf needs. With the right approach to maintenance and minor repairs, this durable and beautiful surface can serve you for many years to come.
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Consider Professional Repairs for Major Turf Damage
Low-quality artificial turf installation or damage to the sub-base layer can cause serious issues that can’t be fixed without professional attention. These problems include: Poor drainage causing mold and mildew. Debris buildup under the surface causing unevenness, bumps, and pooling water. Compaction and uneven surfaces affecting the appearance and lifespan of the turf. Soil erosion…
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How to Repair Discolored Artificial Turf
Some types of damage could cause your artificial turf to lose color. Meanwhile, some pieces of used synthetic grass may not be perfectly uniform in color. Instead of fixing artificial grass with patches, you can use color-matching turf paint. Spray-painting discolored or faded blades can give your used grass a fresh new look. What To…
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How to Replace a Small Section of Turf
When you purchase used artificial turf, a good rule of thumb is to buy 30% more than you need for fitting irregularly-shaped areas and fixing imperfections. When you have one damaged section, replacing artificial grass isn’t complicated. Cut away the damaged section using a box cutter Take a piece of excess turf and cut it…
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