Advice, Tips & Observations on Designing, Planning & Installing Artificial Turf & Sports Netting
Can I use bladed sports turf for my batting cage or indoor facility? Share Published, September 26, 2022 Backyard batting cages or often “temporary” batting cages, if your athlete will be moving on to college, or decides to play another sport. Indoor facilities are often temporary due to short...
What is “Thatch” in Artificial Grass? Share Published, September 20, 2022 “Thatch” is a term used to describe a secondary layer of fibers in Artificial Grass manufactured to create a more realistic grass appearance, and provide a heavier turf material, or higher “Face Weight”. Most artificial...
What is the best way to cut Artificial Turf? Share Published, September 9, 2022 Installing Artificial Turf requires cutting the material in some form or another. Whether you are shaping your turf around a curb, fitting a piece along a fence, or prepping for seams, there are various tools, knives...
What are the benefits of padded 5mm turf? Share Published Sept 5, 2022 If you are in the market for artificial turf for an indoor facility, you have likely discovered that there are many types of turf available. The types and options can be overwhelming and this article is intended to help you...
What Glue to Use for Artificial Grass? Share Published August 26, 2022 How Many Buckets of Glue do You Need for Your Area? Our will calculate the amount of glue and seam fabric you will need. If...
Artificial Turf Grain: What direction should turf be laid? Share Published, August 22, 2022 The fibers in artificial turf will lean in one direction. This is referred to as Pile Direction, or the “Grain.” In natural grass, the sun keeps grass blades standing up straight, but artificial turf...
What’s the difference between Slit Film and Monofilament Synthetic Turf Fibers? Share Published August 17, 2022 Last Updated: October 13, 2023 When shopping for synthetic turf, you may hear the terms “Slit Film” or “Monofilament” (or "Mono") or read these terms in product specifications. These...
Should I buy Used Artificial Turf? Share Published, August 8, 2022 / Updated July 21, 2023 "Remember to always ask your Used Turf Supplier for Manufacturer & Specification Sheet so you know who made it, how old it is and the materials used in it. " [video width="600" height="300"...
Can Synthetic Turf be Patched? Share Published August 1, 2022 Yes. But there are several variables to consider. As synthetic turf ages, repairs and patches are inevitable to maintain safety and aesthetics. Synthetic Turf can need repair for many reasons. From the standard high foot-traffic...
How Long will Artificial Turf last? Share Published July 27, 2022 Artificial Turf can last years or even decades depending on the amount of foot traffic in the particular area. While it is common to see warranties on new artificial turf products from 7 - 12 years, many use cases will see turf...
Does Artificial Turf have Static? & How to Prevent It Share Published August 4, 2022 Yes. Much like the carpet in your house, artificial turf can have higher degrees of static in drier environments. Artificial Turf is typically made of polyurethane, polypropylene or nylon fibers and when...
What does "Face Weight" mean in Artificial Turf? Share Published Aug 3, 2022 When shopping for artificial turf, or carpet in general, you will often see “Face Weight”, measured in ounces, on the product specification or sample package. While the other specifications, such as length, width, height...
