4 Quick & Easy Ways To Restore Your Synthetic Grass After Summer
As the summer season comes to an end and fall approaches, it’s time to start thinking about restoring your artificial grass after months of intense wear and tear. While synthetic grass is low-maintenance, it still requires some care and attention to keep it in top shape. Luckily, there are a few quick and easy ways to restore your synthetic grass and have it looking as beautiful as the day it was installed.
1. Rebloom Turf Blades
After months of intense use, the blades of your synthetic turf may begin to look flat and matted. This can happen due to kids and pets running around, patio furniture or slip ‘n’ slides resting on the turf’s surface, or debris from premature falling leaves. All of these factors can weigh down your turf’s blades and cause them to lose their natural shape.
To restore the lush and natural appearance of your artificial grass, it’s important to re-bloom the turf blades. The first step is to remove any debris, such as leaves or twigs, that may be stuck between the blades. Then, use a brush with synthetic bristles to gently comb through the turf. Make sure to brush in the opposite direction of the blades’ natural tilt to encourage them to stand upright again. Repeat this process until all the blades are restored to their peak, upright position. This will give your yard a much fuller and more natural appearance, restoring it to its pre-summer glory.
2. Eliminate Odors with Turf Deodorizer
Summer can bring not only foot traffic but also heat and humidity, which can cause your synthetic grass to hold onto odors. Pets and spills can also contribute to unpleasant smells lingering on your turf. To eliminate these odors and restore the fresh scent of your synthetic turf, we recommend using a turf deodorizer specifically designed for artificial grass.
Turf deodorizers like TurFresh BioS+ are designed to target and neutralize the source of odors rather than simply masking them. TurFresh BioS+ is all-natural and 100 percent safe for both humans and pets, making it the premier solution for keeping your family’s synthetic turf clean and fresh. Applying turf deodorizer regularly, especially after heavy use during summer, will keep your synthetic grass looking and smelling its best.
3. Replenish Lost Infill
Infill is an essential component of synthetic grass, giving it its soft texture and resilience underfoot. However, after months of heavy use, the infill can be compacted, dislodged, or simply worn out. This can make your artificial turf backyard feel flat and hard rather than soft and cushioned. It can also cause odors and standing water to build up if the compacted infill begins to obstruct your turf’s drainage.
To restore the look and feel of your synthetic grass and ensure it’s always performing its best, it’s important to decompact your infill and replenish it after summer. First, decompact infill to the best of your ability by raking through your synthetic grass or using a power broom. For best results, specialized equipment is needed, so contact a professional synthetic turf cleaning service if the compaction is severe.
Once your infill is decompacted, you’ll need to replenish any lost infill from summer activities. Apply a deodorizing infill such as TurFill, and use a rake or broom to spread the infill over the turf and to the base of the blades, making sure to distribute it equally throughout the yard. If you notice any uneven patches, add more infill to those areas and thoroughly brush it in.
4. Call a Professional Synthetic Turf Cleaning Service
While all the above steps can help restore your synthetic grass after summer, nothing beats a professional turf cleaning service. Professional artificial grass maintenance services have specialized equipment and knowledge of the best cleaning methods for synthetic grass, providing a deeper clean than you can achieve yourself with DIY solutions.
TurFresh’s TurfClean artificial grass maintenance service is comprised of a thorough 10-point cleaning process that covers everything from reblooming turf blades and replenishing infill to tucking loose seams and eliminating odors. Our technicians will fully restore your synthetic grass after summer, leaving you with a fresh and pristine lawn to enjoy all autumn long.
If you need to breathe new life into your synthetic grass landscaping, TurFresh has everything you need. Our wide variety of products and services are designed to cater to all budgets, lawn types, and lifestyles, so turf maintenance is always hassle-free. Whether you’re a homeowner wanting to revive your lawn after summer fun or a daycare in need of professional turf maintenance for the school year, TurFresh is the name you can trust. If you’d like to learn more about our wide range of synthetic grass maintenance services, give us a call at 855-444-8873 or fill out our online contact form today. For DIY turf maintenance, you can browse our proprietary turf cleaning products on our online store.