Category: Artificial Turf Landscaping
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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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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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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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How to Repair Small Tears and Holes
To repair small tears and holes in your artificial grass surface, you need to take these steps: If the hole is large, you may need to remove the entire section of the turf and replace it with a piece of undamaged artificial grass.
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DIY Repairs for Minor Turf Damage
Minor synthetic turf repair isn’t complicated. If you discover small issues with your used artificial grass, you only need several tools and a few minutes. artificial_turf_strips Tools and Materials for Repairing Artificial Grass Tears These tools can help you fix the majority of minor problems with your artificial turf: 5-inch nails Hammer Box cutter Turf glue (optional) Seam…
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Easy Cleaning Up After Your Pets
Yes, when you’re dealing with artificial grass, cleaning up after your pets is simple. It is possible to collect and dispose of solid trash. The residual particles and liquid waste should be cleaned up afterward by hosing them down. You will, however, thoroughly wet down the synthetic grass to remove any waste from the blades, backing, filler,…
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It Won’t Fade for Years
Artificial grass is created in such a manner that it incorporates UV inhibitors, ensuring that your lawn remains lush and green for many years. UV inhibitors are included in the yarning process, ensuring that each synthetic grass blade retains its color for at least a decade. That’s in contrast to actual lawns, which, as anybody who…