Guidelines

What is 80 oz turf?

What is 80 oz turf?

TFD 80 Fescue Plus is a heavy-weight landscaping turf option, with a face weight of 80 oz. Landscape turf is manufactured in 15 foot widths and sold by the linear foot. Minimum order is 225 sq. ft. or a 15 x 15 roll.

How long does FieldTurf last?

After their life expectancy of 8-10 years, artificial turf fields do require to be replaced to ensure proper performance and safety.

Whats the most realistic fake grass?

What Company Makes The Most Realistic Artificial Grass?

  • Easy Turf. Easy Turf is manufactured by FieldTurf, one of the industry’s biggest names.
  • SynLawn. SynLawn is one of the best-known and respected artificial grass manufacturers.
  • Frass Grass.
  • AstroTurf.
  • See and feel for yourself.

Is heavier artificial grass better?

The longer blade the heavier the blade will be and the more likely weight will bring it down leading to flat-look, rather than lush-look grass. Shorter piles of grass work better than longer piles in the long term for grasses. Comparing the pile density is very important.

What is a good weight for artificial turf?

Synthetic Turf Face Weight If you expect moderate to high foot traffic at your property, choose a product with a face weight of 70 ounces or above. For lighter foot traffic areas, such as residential or showcase landscaping, a face weight below 60 ounces will be sufficient.

How can you tell if artificial grass is good quality?

If you are unsure on what high-quality artificial grass looks like, it should have:

  1. A realistic looking finish rather than a plastic look.
  2. A soft texture that feels nice on the skin (this is particularly important if you have children).
  3. Good quality holed latex to allow for effective drainage.

What are the cons of artificial grass?

For some, a disadvantage is that it will not last for the same time as natural grass will.

  • Artificial grass can get hot in extreme heat, however it should not cause any burns.
  • Artificial turf may reduce the biodiversity of your garden as it is made of plastic and so is not a natural material that wildlife can live in.
  • What is the best height of artificial grass?

    If you’re looking to combine the best of both worlds, 20 mm to 30 mm is your go-to pile height. Your lawn will look like it’s just been mowed and, together with the right pile density, should be resilient enough to tolerate a great deal of foot traffic.

    What depth of artificial grass is best?

    We recommend going for a pile height of between 30 – 37mm. Anything higher than this and you risk having flat-looking grass. The reason for this is the longer the blade the heavier the blade will be and the more likely that gravity will bring it down leading to flat-look, rather than lush-look grass.

    What is the best pile height for artificial grass?

    between 30 – 37mm
    It is also recommend going for a pile height of between 30 – 37mm. Anything higher than this and you risk having flat-looking grass. The reason for this is the longer the blade the heavier the blade will be and the more likely that gravity will bring it down leading to flat-look, rather than lush-look grass.

    What are the different grades of artificial turf?

    Average for landscape grass is 1.5″ to 2.0″ with 1.75″ being the most common. Average for athletic field turf is 2.0″ up to 3″ with 2.25-2.5″ being the most common. Putting green turfs have a wide range from 0.375″ to 1.25″ depending on the type and planned use.

    Does water damage fake grass?

    The materials used to manufacture artificial turf are water resistant, even when exposed to large amounts of water. Artificial turf can even withstand being submerged for long periods of time without being damaged. The nylon/polyurethane material is resistant to moisture from almost any source.

    Will weeds grow through artificial grass?

    Artificial Turf is durable and without a doubt more weed resistant than natural grass. However, it is possible for weeds to grow through the small holes in the backing material and around the edges. Depending on the type of infill used, weeds may sometimes develop in the infill.