{"id":1661,"date":"2020-02-19T14:33:03","date_gmt":"2020-02-19T02:33:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tigerturf.com\/nz\/?p=1661"},"modified":"2023-09-13T00:55:56","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T12:55:56","slug":"maintaining-your-synthetic-grass-lawn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tigerturf.com\/nz\/maintaining-your-synthetic-grass-lawn\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Simple Steps for Easy and Effective Artificial Grass Maintenance"},"content":{"rendered":"

Five simple steps to maintain and care for your Artificial Grass Lawn<\/h2>\n

TigerTurf landscape lawns are versatile products for home, school, and facility use. It is excellent for areas where natural grass doesn\u2019t thrive, for heavy foot traffic areas and for places where you might want to enjoy a soft green lawn that looks fabulous all year round with minimal maintenance.<\/p>\n

Artificial lawns are low maintenance, not no maintenance.\u00a0 Maintaining your synthetic grass lawn is almost too easy!\u00a0 You will save plenty of time and money by not having to mow, fertilize, or heavily water your lawn. You can have a lush green yard to enjoy and clean-up is simple, effective and fast!<\/p>\n

The amount of maintenance required will depend on your specific situation. For example, if you have pets, children or are surrounded by trees, your synthetic turf will require a little more clean-up effort.<\/p>\n

As with any landscape area, a little TLC goes a long way when it comes to the longevity of your synthetic turf. Here are a few tips to keep your lawn looking its best.<\/p>\n

\u00a01.\u00a0 Clear Debris<\/strong><\/p>\n

Use a rake or leaf blower to clear off fallen leaves, branches, and other rotting debris that may land on top of the artificial grass. Take care not to shift the sand infill if your turf is a filled surface.\u00a0 This will help your grass maintain a clean and groomed look.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0 Introduce Some H2O<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Gently spray your lawn each week with a hose to remove dust, dirt, or pollen. Occasionally watering your synthetic grass lawn also helps prevent unequal distributions of infill.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0 Cleaning Up After Your Furry Friends<\/strong><\/p>\n

Artificial grass is safe for pets and cleaning up their solid waste is just as easy as on real grass.\u00a0 So, plastic bags and pooper scoopers work just fine! Following pickup, hose down the target area.\u00a0 Generally, that is all that is needed to keep the surface fresh and clean. If you do find a smelly patch, white vinegar diluted in equal parts of lukewarm water mixed in a bucket and poured over that area should neutralise any odours.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0 Spraying for moss and algae<\/strong><\/p>\n

Damp conditions and rotting organic debris can foster the growth of algae in your landscape turf. You can prevent algae and moss taking hold in your lawn by following some simple steps:<\/p>\n