Caring for you Artificial Grass
Cleaning
The main form of maintenance with regards to keeping your artificial grass looking healthy is to ensure that it is not covered with debris for long periods of time. If leaves are allowed to lay dormant on your grass for long periods of time, these begin to breakdown and encourage weed and moss growth on your grass.
The best way to clean and maintain artificial grass is by following these easy steps:
- Brush the grass with a broom or a rake
- Get rid of any surface leaves and debris
- Remove weeds
- Infill the turf with silica sand
If you are already at a stage where your grass has moss and weed build up, using weed killer is a valid option , but please ensure that this does not contain bleach or solvent as this could affect any UV coating and may cause your artificial grass to discolour or even melt!
Drainage
So, you got a new artificial lawn installed. Brilliant, now you can enjoy a well-maintained and always green garden all year round.
But wait… What is that big puddle of water in the middle of your garden?
Fake grass drainage problems are quite a common issue for many homeowners. The problem can lead to numerous unpleasant consequences like a wonky looking turf and the development of mould and mildew.
It is important to consider drainage issues whilst you are creating a base for your artificial grass. Not only is an area that drains well more usable year-round, it helps to prolong the lifespan of your grass. As with anything, materials that continue to sit in water are encouraged to grow mould and begin to decay. Whether you build a land-drain into your garden or a soak-away sub-base, or use a pre-built system, drainage is an important consideration.
