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Soccer Turf 101
Posted by Matt Garrabrants on
There is a major difference between natural grass and artificial soccer turf. Many forget to keep this difference in mind and then end up spending more than what they can afford. It is the field managers and management staff that has to spend time and money on keeping natural grass green and pristine for games. The annual expenditure for soccer arena field turf can cause a dent in your financials if you continue to use grass. It is better to look for other options such as the fake turf that has won millions of fans around the world. Why Fake Grass?...
Artificial Turf for Schools
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Schools may seem to be the last place to install fake turf but many in the United States and other parts of the world have started embracing the phenomenon. There are many reasons for the growing popularity of artificial turf. It is the financial problems, however, that are causing schools to change their thinking about fake grass. Schools, both public and private, find it hard to keep up the lawns and playgrounds with natural grass. Public schools in particular find it hard to do that given the dwindling budgets. Private schools also like to save money on landscaping or find...
Synthetic Turf 101
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The buzz about the artificial grass seems to be never ending. There has been a massive explosion when it comes to the embracing of fake grass in homes and commercial establishments. You will find the fake turf installed in homes, shopping malls, playgrounds, sports arenas and gardens. The latter is usually considered the last place to install fake grass but you will find many gardens actually having the installation. Manufacturing and Installation Synthetic turf is made from a number of materials such as polyester, nylon and polypropylene. The manufacturing of artificial turf is a simple process. It is simple enough that...
Top 3 Synthetic Turf Myths Debunked
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Synthetic turf has become a phenomenon in the domestic and commercial market. You can find it in homes, sports arenas and schools and gardens, among other places. Despite the growing popularity, there are many myths attached to fake turf. Some say that synthetic turf is smelly while others are concerned about its integrity and durability. 1. Synthetic Turf is Artificial The most propagated myth about synthetic turf is that it is artificial. While this is a reality, the way people propagate it demands an explanation. Myth mongers say that artificial grass is fake enough that one could easily recognize it....
Top 3 Tips for Synthetic Turf Maintenance
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Given the growing popularity of synthetic turf, it has become necessary to be aware of the maintenance tips. Fake grass is easier to install and last longer than its natural counterpart. Still, you need to undertake regular maintenance as otherwise the artificial grass may lose it sheen. The lines below give you three workable tips on keeping the fake lawn green and healthy for many months and years to come. 1. Hose it Down One common mistake people make when caring for their fake lawn is that they forget to hose it down regularly. There is a misconception that artificial...