How to Tell if Artificial Grass is Good Quality
Artificial grass has surged in popularity across Perth, offering a low-maintenance, aesthetically pleasing solution for garden enthusiasts and homeowners alike.
June 25, 2024
How to Care For Artificial Grass
Published on 23 Sep 2020
by Mike Tuhaka
Key takeaways
- Artificial grass is low maintenance, but it still needs some care to make it last longer.
- Clear leaves and debris with a broom or by hand, since built-up dead leaves give weeds a place to grow, and a weed membrane underneath helps stop weeds thriving.
- Hose it down when there isn’t enough rain, or use artificial grass cleaning products, and brush it regularly with a stiff brush to keep the fibres in top shape.
- Move heavy items such as football goals or play equipment regularly, and clean up spills like red wine or juice immediately to avoid stains.
- Keep BBQs and smokers off the turf, because even fire-resistant artificial grass will melt if it catches fire.
Artificial grass is an excellent alternative to natural ones because it’s not costly to maintain. Aesthetics-wise, artificial grass offers a realistic imitation of lush, green turf. While we praise artificial turf because it is low-maintenance, you still need to care for it to make it last longer. Here are some ways to adequately take care of your synthetic turf.
Also read: What are the benefits of artificial grass?
Remove Leaves and Debris
Leaves and any other dirt will not necessarily damage your artificial lawn. Nevertheless, it can affect the way they look. A ton of dead leaves can be a spot where weed can grow and thrive.
Don’t worry. It’s quite easy to clean fallen leaves. You can either use a broom or pick it up with your hands.
Install a Weed Membrane
Having a weed membrane installed underneath your artificial grass can prevent weeds from thriving.
Keep Your Artificial Grass Clean And Tidy
When there isn’t sufficient rain, you can hose it down to keep it clean. Alternatively, you can use artificial grass cleaning products.
Brush Your Artificial Lawn Regularly
Brush your lawn regularly with a stiff brush. Doing this will help keep the plastic fibres in top shape.
Routinely Move Heavy Equipment Around The Artificial Lawn
Do you have heavy equipment on your artificial lawn such as a football goalie or a kids’ playground? Move them frequently to care for the artificial grass. These things are heavy and can take a toll on them. Fixing heavy items in one spot can wear the grass down pretty quickly.
Remove Stains Immediately
When you’ve accidentally dropped red wine or your kids’ juice, clean it immediately to avoid staining.
Protect Your Artificial Grass From Burnt Marks
A fire-resistant lawn is advisable. However, even if your grass is fire-resistant, once it catches fire, the plastic will melt. Therefore, it’s advisable not to put a BBQ grill or smoker if you’re standing on your artificial grass.
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