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Artificiaal Grass for Dogs Maintenance: Clean & Deodorize

By Eric Fullerton | August 8, 2026

Regular maintenance with a mixture of white vinegar and water effectively removes odors. Visit Artificial Turf Express in San Jose, CA, where experts recommend rinsing turf weekly and applying enzyme-based cleaners to eliminate bacteria that cause pet waste odors on all 15 turf products. Artificial grass dog urine cleaner, such as Paws and Play Turf…

How to Install Artificial Turf Installation Guide

By Eric Fullerton | August 7, 2026

Installation on concrete or pavers requires a 1/4-inch foam underlayment and seaming tape. Turf nails or adhesive to secure edges. Artificial Turf Express in San Jose, CA, stocks 15 turf products, including Marina at 50 oz face weight, plus all necessary accessories for proper installation. Installation, Artificial Turf Express, located inside Heavenly Greens in San…

Artificial Turf Heat Around Pools: What You Need to Know

By Eric Fullerton | August 6, 2026

Temperatures near pools with artificial turf can be significantly hotter than surrounding concrete, depending on various factors. Artificial Turf Express in San Jose, CA, recommends selecting heat-resistant products and proper infill to reduce surface temperatures, especially important for pool areas exposed to direct, prolonged sunlight during peak afternoon hours. Water drainage plays a key role…

Turf Sand Infill vs. Rubber Infill: Which Is Best?

By Eric Fullerton | August 5, 2026

For Turf Sand Infill vs. Rubber Infill, silica sand infill is often more affordable and helps keep turf blades upright. Rubber infill provides cushioning and shock absorption for sports fields. Artificial Turf Express, offering 15 turf products in San Jose, CA, recommends sand for residential lawns and rubber for high-impact athletic use. Infill materials serve…

Artificial Grass Glue vs Seam Tape: Artificial Turf and Synthetic

By Eric Fullerton | August 4, 2026

By Artificial Turf Express Editorial Team · Updated 2026-08-06 Seam tape bonds artificial turf seams with a peel-and-stick adhesive strip, while glue requires manual application and curing time. Artificial Turf Express, offering 15 turf products including 50 oz Marina turf, recommends seam tape for faster, cleaner seams versus traditional glue methods. Seam tape, like ATXTurf’s…

Unique Landscaping Ideas For Synthetic Grass

By Eric Fullerton | February 26, 2019

Those who seek to revamp their landscaping sometimes find it hard to go beyond what they already know. Yet, there are a variety of creative options homeowners can do to dress up their yard and many of those include artificial synthetic grass.   When people think of synthetic grass, they envision the whole yard being…

Water Conservation Is Getting Creative

By Eric Fullerton | February 19, 2019

Water conservation is more the norm these days than in past decades, but that doesn’t mean you or your lawn need to suffer to do the right thing. There are easy, simple things you can do to conserve your most valuable resource. This is especially true in a drought. From changing your landscaping to installing…

3 Top Tips For Creating A Drought-Tolerant Garden

By Eric Fullerton | February 12, 2019

You can have your beautiful garden, even in a drought. The secret to a drought-tolerant garden is to plan it out. The result is lovely vegetables, flowers, and plants that will make your heart happy. Creating a drought-tolerant garden takes some research and creativity, but it can be done fairly simply. Below are some tips…

Is Synthetic Grass The Best Replacement For A Natural Lawn?

By Eric Fullerton | February 5, 2019

You really hate your lawn. You want to love it, but you hate it. It is brown, dry and generally ugly. There are patches of weeds and mud spots. There are options to replace it, but only one option will give you the beauty and easy upkeep you want. Synthetic grass is the best solution…

Top Landscape Options To Protect Your Lawn From Drought Conditions

By Eric Fullerton | January 24, 2019

One of the problems homeowners in desert and drought areas face is maintaining any semblance of a lawn. What doesn’t dry up in the heat can die because local water bans prevent homeowners from saving their grass. There are some practical landscape options to this dilemma. For homeowners looking for a solution, they have options…

Worried About Your Synthetic Turf Fading Or Staining?

By Eric Fullerton | January 17, 2019

Some considering synthetic turf may have concerns over whether it will fade or stain over time. While the concern is understandable, synthetic turf is an incredibly durable product that is not prone to staining or fading. The fact that artificial grass remains green all year and looks fantastic even in harsh weather is the reason…

How Does Synthetic Turf Keep Water From Puddling? Find out!

By Eric Fullerton | January 10, 2019

Those who have synthetic turf will tell you that it’s a great way to resolve any drainage or puddling problems. This is one of the best advantages of installing synthetic turf. There are several reasons why it works so well to resolve draining issues. Leveling Those installing your synthetic turf will prepare the land first…

Learn What Artificial Grass Maintenance Entails

By Eric Fullerton | January 3, 2019

  No yard is completely maintenance free, but artificial grass maintenance is far less cumbersome than the work you must do to keep up with a natural grass yard. Those who have traditional natural grass yards must constantly mow, weed, rake, water, fertilize, aerate, and use chemicals like weed killer and pesticides. Homeowners with artificial…

How Does Synthetic Grass Feel And Look?

By Eric Fullerton | December 28, 2018

Synthetic grass looks and feels more natural than ever. Your dog won’t notice and your children will find it difficult to tell the difference. Your guests probably won’t know unless you tell them. Modern artificial turf is that good. Looking Like the Real Thing Most people think of the old-style synthetic turf when they think…

What Health Effects Do Lawn Care Chemicals Have?

By Eric Fullerton | December 18, 2018

Everyone knows that lawn chemicals are not good for humans, but it may surprise some to know just how bad they are. It may further surprise people to know just how much contact we humans inadvertently have with lawn care chemicals.   Most sold lawn care chemicals are used on residential property. This amounts to…

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