Sports Turf & Rubber Flooring Blog — synthetic turf
Maintenance Advice for Synthetic Lawns
Posted by Matt Garrabrants on
Complacency can be deadly to the longevity and wellbeing of synthetic items, as people can become overly confident as to the durability and robustness of the material to the grave detriment of the useful lifespan of said item. While there's no denying the fact that artificial grass is extremely resilient and capable of withstanding even the most harsh and adverse conditions, it is also worth noting that it requires some maintenance. This maintenance is a necessary evil to ensure that the synthetic grass has been and will be kept safe and secure for a long time to come. With that in...
Soccer Turf 101
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There is a major difference between natural grass and artificial soccer turf. Many forget to keep this difference in mind and then end up spending more than what they can afford. It is the field managers and management staff that has to spend time and money on keeping natural grass green and pristine for games. The annual expenditure for soccer arena field turf can cause a dent in your financials if you continue to use grass. It is better to look for other options such as the fake turf that has won millions of fans around the world. Why Fake Grass?...
Top 3 Tips for Synthetic Turf Maintenance
Posted by Matt Garrabrants on
Given the growing popularity of synthetic turf, it has become necessary to be aware of the maintenance tips. Fake grass is easier to install and last longer than its natural counterpart. Still, you need to undertake regular maintenance as otherwise the artificial grass may lose it sheen. The lines below give you three workable tips on keeping the fake lawn green and healthy for many months and years to come. 1. Hose it Down One common mistake people make when caring for their fake lawn is that they forget to hose it down regularly. There is a misconception that artificial...
How to Care for your Fake Lawn
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A fake lawn has earned the title largely because of one main feature. It is the fake grass that has led many to call the entire lawn as fake even though it might have an abundance of natural plants and flowers. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have fallen in love with artificial turf and have installed it in their homes and offices. There are many reasons for the growing popularity of fake turf, the least of which is related to the clean and green looks of the lawn. Major reason for a shift towards synthetic turf is that it can...
Choosing the Right Artificial Turf
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Once you've decided on a supplier for your synthetic turf, you have to spend a lot of time and research knowing the products so you get the right one to fill your needs. If you don’t know what your requirements are, then you have your work cut out for you. A whole host of reasons will influence your decisions so it is best to go into this knowing as much as you can. You need to know four main factors that will be the most important in helping you decide whether a certain artificial lawn is right for you. Firstly, a high...