Artificial Grass
If you’re looking for the beauty of a vibrant green lawn without the costs and time that comes with maintaining fresh sod, contact Greenbloom Landscape Design to discuss artificial turf options for your property.
Description and Benefits

- What Is Artificial Turf?
- A surface made from a combination of plastic fibres and backing to resemble grass.
- Often used with some variety of infill (silica sand, rubber, sand-rubber mix, durafill sand) to mimic the feel of real grass and soil.
- What Are the Benefits of Using Artificial Turf?
- Easy upkeep.
- Very little maintenance.
- Year-round vibrancy.
- Cost of installation is recouped in a few years.
- Clean – water drains through the backing to prevent mud and puddling.
- Increases resale value and curb appeal for homes.
Varieties and Uses
- Types of Artificial Turf
- Nylon
- Withstands high temperatures.
- Coarser cut and texture.
- Stiffest pile.
- Retains shape no matter how much foot traffic over the area.
- Polyethylene
- Most lifelike.
- Soft feel like natural grass.
- Vibrant green.
- Resilient and holds up well.
- Polypropylene
- Least expensive and least durable to heavy wear.
- Fine texture.
- Lower melting point than other varieties.
- Ideal for home putting greens or decorative space.
- What do the Grades of Turf Mean?
- Length, density, softness, colour.
- Uses for Artificial Turf
- Dog run.
- Play area.
- Decorative borders around patio stones.
- Area surrounding pool.
- Home putting green.
Installation and Maintenance

- Installation of Artificial Turf
- Remove existing sod.
- Create a base using crushed rock or sand.
- Smooth and compact base.
- Roll artificial turf over the base and cut to shape.
- Seam turf edges together with adhesive if necessary.
- Attach turf to the ground using 6″ spikes or lawn staples every 3-6″ around edges, and every 2′ in a grid pattern through the middle.
- Lay infill and brush or rake it into turf.
- Water turf to help settle infill.
- Artificial Turf Care
- Rinse once every 1-2 weeks.
- Use flexible rake or stiff broom to remove larger debris and refresh turf monthly.
- Remove solid pet waste and rinse away liquid. Apply turf deodorizer if desired.
- Allow snow and ice to melt naturally.
- Keep hot materials away from turf.
- Rinse spills or apply mild soap or vinegar and water mix.