25 Jan 2024
What to Avoid When Maintaining Your Artificial Grass
One of the many benefits of artificial grass installation is the ease of maintaining and caring for your landscaping, especially when compared to natural grass. Artificial grass in Toronto is not just a luxurious and versatile option that can be transformed into beautiful outdoor spaces and indoor putting greens; it's a practical solution for property owners across the city and the Greater Toronto Area. To protect your backyard installations, indoor putting greens, and everything in between, you can leverage simple artificial grass maintenance tips to free it from the effects of heavy foot traffic and debris, enabling long-lasting enjoyment.
Here are some tips to avoid when it comes to the maintenance of your artificial grass. This blog is for you. Read on!
Harsh Chemicals
There are many chemicals available to the general public that can cause more harm than good to your artificial grass; you will want to avoid the following chemicals:
- Harsh acids.
- Alcohol-based chemicals.
- Petroleum-based chemicals.
- Oil-based chemicals.
- Ice-melters and salt.
Additionally, you will want to avoid spilling harsh pesticides, adhesives, and water and oil-based paints on your artificial grass, as these products can cause many problems because of their corrosive nature.
A safe and effective cleaner that Echoing Green offers is AquaKlor and EchoFresh, which are used during Echoing Green's artificial grass maintenance service. Aquaklor is a non-toxic cleaner that can also be used on outdoor artificial grass installations and indoor putting greens because it is safe for kids and pets. The effective all-in-one solution thoroughly sanitizes and disinfected artificial grass to eliminate hazardous pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, protozoa, algae, and fungi (mold and mildew) to keep commercial and residential turf clean and odour-free. Compatible with the average garden hose, Aquaklor capsules seamlessly transform hot or cold water into a highly effective sanitizer. Aquaklor is easy to use and won't cause any chemical buildup.
Leaves and Debris
Leaves, debris, twigs and anything else that can build up throughout your synthetic turf installation should be removed promptly. The reason why you want to avoid allowing debris to sit and settle on your artificial grass is due to the organic material breaking down and ending up between the blades of grass. To prevent mold and mildew buildup, Echoing Green uses industry-leading TºCool infill at the installation point, designed to stop contaminants from flourishing in your grass. Contact the Echoing Green team if you need to top up your infill.
Metal Rakes
Using traditional metal rakes to gather leaves and debris on artificial grass will do more harm than good. These metal rakes are not designed to have the most delicate touch on your lawn. Instead, we recommend using plastic rakes. A gentle brush will give your artificial lawn a clean, lush look without harming the individual blades of grass. Some homeowners with artificial grass in Toronto will even opt for bamboo rakes, which offer a delicate touch similar to a plastic rake.
Simplify Artificial Grass Maintenance With Echoing Green
Maintaining your artificial grass is much simpler than most think. However, avoiding what was touched upon in this article will help you get the most out of your artificial grass in Toronto or even your indoor putting green. By following these guidelines, you can ensure your artificial turf installation remains pristine for years to come.
If you still find yourself in a position where artificial lawn maintenance seems daunting, contact the Echoing Green artificial grass professionals to schedule your artificial grass maintenance.