Learn the common mistakes that can damage your artificial grass and how to easily fix them

Artificial grass is now more popular than ever, especially in the Orlando area. In addition to being a great way to enhance your outdoor space, artificial grass stays green and healthy all year long with little to no maintenance required.

The maintenance level of your artificial turf all depends on the amount of wear and tear it experiences. If you have pets for example, the turf will likely require more attention than if it’s used more decoratively. Even with regular upkeep, damages to your artificial grass can happen with regular use, but most are easy fixes.

Keep reading to learn about the most common artificial grass damages and how to fix them.

What are the most common artificial grass damages?

The following could potentially damage your artificial grass: 

• Lumps and bumps: Lumps and bumps are what you tend to feel if your lawn is uneven. When your artificial grass is uneven and looks out of place, you have lumps and bumps. While lumps and bumps do not mean your artificial grass is damaged, it does increase the chance of future damages.

• Exposure to chemicals: As time goes by, you will want to clean your artificial grass to give it a fresh look! Many people make the mistake of using harsh chemicals to clean the grass, but this can severely damage the artificial turf. 

• Loose fit: If the contractor you hire to install your artificial turf does not properly install a clear plastic membrane, potential weeds can start poking out, causing your artificial grass to become loose.

• Small tears: When cleaning and combing through artificial grass to keep it clean, people often make the mistake of using a brush with sharp bristles which could potentially lead to rips and tears, damaging a section of the grass.

• Heat sources: It’s important to stay clear of any hazardous fire around synthetic artificial grass! Even though artificial grass looks and feels like real grass, it doesn’t withstand heat the same way real grass does. Artificial grass is usually composed of polyethylene and polypropylene, which melts if exposed to intense heat. Potential heat sources that could damage your artificial grass can range from cigarettes to fire pits.

• Excess weight: Avoiding any heavy appliances such as cars and grills will help the grass not flatten. Just like real grass, artificial grass can be damaged by an excess amount of weight on it. This is why it’s important to stay clear of parking your car on artificial grass. Especially since the tires of the car can wear and tear the artificial grass just like real grass. Not to mention any oil that could potentially damage your artificial grass if your car starts to leak any fluid. 

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How do you fix damaged artificial grass?

You can fix most artificial grass damages by: 

• Patch loose or torn sections: If you notice a loose or torn section of artificial grass in your yard, use heavy-duty adhesive for a quick and easy fix! To do this yourself, you will need turf pins or landscape staples to secure the artificial grass back in place. This will have your artificial grass looking brand new all over again! 

• Replace a damaged section: When replacing heat or chemical related damages, the best thing to do is to simply cut out the damaged section and replace it with a new one depending on the size and severity of the damage. While some of these damages are small and can be easily replaced by smaller sections of artificial grass, bigger damages might need a whole yard portion replaced by an experienced contractor like Moreno & Moreno.

• Contact a reputable contractor: When searching for a reputable contractor to install or fix your artificial grass,  make sure to check out reviews, qualifications, and testimonies. Finding a well-trained and qualified contractor like Moreno & Moreno will make a difference when installing your artificial grass.

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Looking to install or repair artificial grass in your outdoor or patio area? 

With over 20 years of experience, Moreno & Moreno is trusted as the top home improvement professionals in Central Florida by home builders, property managers and homeowners alike. 

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