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Practical advice on choosing, installing and caring for synthetic turf, from drainage and pet care to putting greens and design ideas.
What you’ll find here
Our articles answer the questions homeowners and businesses ask before and after installing artificial grass. Start with the topic closest to your project, or browse every article below.
| Topic | What the articles cover | Start here | Related service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Installation | Preparing the ground, installing on different soils, drainage and neat edges. | How to install an artificial grass lawn Installing on any type of soil | Artificial grass |
| Choosing and replacing a lawn | Choosing turf for a backyard, the materials used in turf, and how it compares with natural grass. | Turf tips for an extra-useful backyard Artificial turf vs. natural grass | Artificial grass |
| Drainage and rain | Spotting drainage problems, preparing a well-draining base and what causes mold. | Spotting drainage problems Preparing the base for good drainage | Turf maintenance |
| Care and cleaning | Routine care, weeds, odors, flattened turf and why to avoid harsh chemicals. | A simple maintenance routine Reviving flattened turf | Turf maintenance |
| Pets | Dog-friendly backyards, digging, pet activity and keeping pet areas clean. | Creating a dog-friendly backyard Keeping turf clean with pets | Pet turf |
| Kids and play | Playground turf, home play areas and safe play. | Playground turf basics Installing a home playground | Playground turf |
| Golf | Choosing putting turf and making a home green more challenging. | Choosing putting green turf Installing a backyard putting green | Putting greens |
| Design ideas | Curves, flagstone, garden ideas, event spaces and commercial uses. | Artificial grass design ideas Shaping and contouring a lawn | Turf applications |
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