You should now move on to building the decking in front of your bar. Measure your decking boards to fit the space between your shed and the end of the platform. Safely cut them to size using a chop saw.
Step 2 – Secure the decking boards
Next, lay down your decking boards to ensure they fit correctly, using a spirit level to check they are level. You can then fix them into place, using 50mm screws.
Step 3 – Add posts to the corners
Add some wooden posts to the corners to support your handrail. Once they are level, fix them into place with some 100mm screws.
Step 4 – Add the railings
Cut the railings into the right length and screw them into place. Make sure these are extra secure.
Step 5 – Insert some spindles
Finally, cut some spindles to the correct length and secure these into place, evenly distributing them. We would recommend securing them two inches apart.
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 soil beneath it. Where sunlight can reach the earth, weeds will grow. This means that a weed suppressant membrane is even more critical when you install used artificial grass.
If you are interested in used artificial grass but have pets, regular maintenance and pet-friendly infill can mask any odors trapped by weed barrier.
Weed barrier fabric can mean the difference between a lush, realistic layer of artificial turf and lumps that weeds have pushed up. As long as you don’t have plans for the ground under your artificial turf, weed barrier can add years to the lifespan of your artificial grass with no downsides.
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.
When You Have Pets Who Go to the Bathroom Outdoors If you have pets that will use artificial turf as a bathroom, you should be aware that weed barrier fabric will soak up liquid waste and create lasting odors. This is the main reason why some people with artificial turf choose not to install weed barrier.
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 like ZeoFill infill. ZeoFill infill is made of 100% natural materials and prevents the ammonium in pet urine from turning into a bad-smelling gas.
ZeoFill infill is just one of several pet-friendly options when choosing infill for your artificial turf.
If You Want to Remove Your Artificial Grass in the Future Weed barrier fabric is excellent at preventing soil aeration and stopping weed growth, but this also leads to less healthy soil. This could be a problem if you decide to remove the artificial grass at some point and choose to grow a garden. The ground covered by the weed barrier cloth will not be conducive to thriving plant life, and you will have difficulty growing a garden there.
Proper artificial turf maintenance is critical to avoiding damage in the future. Some of the most essential elements of high-quality care are:
Removing dirt, debris, and other pollutants by using water and a turf rake.
Cleaning stains and removing pet waste as soon as possible
Using special cleaning solutions to remove mold and mildew timely
Brushing your turf regularly
Trying to keep extreme heat and sharp objects away from the turf
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.
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 (poorly installed artificial turf can’t control soil erosion).
If you encounter serious artificial turf issues, quick DIY fixes won’t help. It’s best to let professionals handle the problem since it may require digging up the synthetic turf to fix the sub-base layer.
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 to match the removed section
Place the excess on the surface and ensure that turf blades face the same way as the blades on the existing turf.
Secure the turf with 5-inch nails and a hammer
Alternatively, you can secure the new piece the same way you fix artificial turf seams. This involves using a combination of seam tape and turf glue. If you don’t have these materials, nails will do just fine.
Synthetic grass is softer and plusher than natural grass, making it more comfortable to walk on. It has a lot of flexibility because it doesn’t have to cope with things like sunshine, ice, or rain.
We all want to believe that the grass is greener on the other side, but the fact is that natural grass is difficult to manage, despite its beauty. To maintain it looking fantastic, you have to put in a lot of effort, and you get to spend a lot of time in the sun. Artificial grass, on the other hand, is simple to maintain and won’t take you hours to keep it looking beautiful.
Landlords and business owners are increasingly turning to artificial grass in place of natural turf. These turfs are low-maintenance plantings that are mostly used outside. The goal of the design was for it to resist severe/heavy rains while requiring minimal upkeep.
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, and base materials. Avoid using strong cleaning chemicals such as acids or alcohol-based solutions. Any other techniques of cleaning that might remove the glue and adhesives keeping the seams together should be avoided as well.
What Is Artificial Grass Made From?
According to the Synthetic Turf Council, synthetic grass has been developed and evolved through years of research and development into what is now known as “third generation” synthetic grass. Synthetic grass has evolved into the high-quality material we know today for most landscape projects as a result of this ongoing innovation.
The green blades of synthetic grass are made of polyethylene, a popular type of plastic used in bottles and plastic bags. Polyethylene is delivered as a solid pellet, which is heated together with any color tones and UV-resistant additives. Polypropylene, polyethylene, or nylon are used to make the thatch layer of synthetic grass. The thatch layer gives additional support and blade recovery to the lawn.
A tufting machine, which is essentially a large sewing machine with hundreds of needles, is used to insert synthetic grass blades into the backing in rows. This machine provides a more firm grip for the grass blades and thatch, extending the turf’s life and durability.
Drainage systems are generally intended to allow water to seep through the grass backing and drain into the water table through the base layer. The majority of synthetic grass backing is perforated with 12-centimeter-diameter holes that can drain at a pace of more than 30 inches per hour per square yard.
Almost all landscape grass is perforated and provides for simple drainage, with the exception of most synthetic putting greens. Not only will a strong drainage system aid in clean-up, but it will also assist prevent spores and germs from forming within the fake grass.
Synthetic grass installations not only save water but also considerably reduce carbon emissions. According to the Synthetic Turf Council, one square foot of synthetic grass may save 55 gallons of water per year. Furthermore, according to EPA air pollution data, gas-powered gardening equipment accounts for around 5% of total carbon emissions in the United States, implying that artificial grass might have a major influence on air pollution reduction. Our solutions also eliminate the need for pesticides, which have been linked to a variety of ailments, including cancer, and can damage rivers. As a result, artificial grass is environmentally friendly in more ways than one!
Artificial grass will not solve the water scarcity problem, but it will assist in some ways. Furthermore, there is no need to use dangerous pesticides or chemical weed killers, nor is it necessary to use electric or petrol lawnmowers. Furthermore, our grasses may endure well over a decade and are not single-use plastic, which is a major source of global pollution.
