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Artificial 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

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

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 12-inch x 65-ft rolls, offers quick, clean seams ideal…

How to Choose Your Contractor

By Eric Fullerton | February 27, 2017

Many people are curious as to how they are going to find the right contractor for their artificial grass installation. There are a handful of ways to help narrow down whom is most qualified to man the helm of your artificial grass installation. In today’s blog we will be going over ways to help you…

Things You Should Know About Chinese Synthetic Grass

By Eric Fullerton | February 24, 2017

 Many customers planning on installing synthetic grass into at their home must consider a few things. No matter where you’re buying your synthetic grass. No matter which manufacturer made it or the contractor installing it. Quality is and should be your utmost priority! In today’s blog we will be going over some interesting things you…

Saving Water with Synthetic Grass

By Eric Fullerton | February 20, 2017

Water is Necessary for Life: Saving Water with Synthetic Grass We all know that water is essential for human life. Our basic health and ability to survive are absolutely dependent on it. It is also essential for food production, as well as many other economic and recreational purposes. Despite this, we are in the midst…

Interesting Ways To Use Artificial Grass

By Eric Fullerton | February 17, 2017

Customers have artificial grass installed for many reasons. Some customers like the look and feel of quality artificial grass. Many customers enjoy the lack of maintenance involved versus dealing with natural grass. And almost, if not, all customers enjoy the fact they save a ton on their water bill! Decking out the lawn or backyard…

The Basics of Artificial Grass

By Eric Fullerton | February 13, 2017

The Basics of Artificial Grass – What Do I Need to Know? Getting started on a DIY artificial grass project can be overwhelming. There are tons of things to know, and finding the basics of artificial grass is sometimes difficult. There are many resources on the internet about how to install artificial turf, but many…

Are you ready for a do it yourself project?

By Eric Fullerton | February 10, 2017

Are you ready for a do it yourself project? Interested in sprucing up your front or back yard; but don’t want to shell out a fortune to licensed contractors in order to get it done? Ever thought to yourself, “You know what, I think I can do it myself!” May we suggest a few things…

The difference between low and high quality artificial turf

By Eric Fullerton | February 6, 2017

Low vs High Quality Artificial Turf – What’s the difference? It’s not always easy to understand what the characteristics of high quality artificial turf are. When customers come into our showroom, they obviously want to get the best bang for their buck. Sometimes they’ll be looking into our SX-50 product, because it’s the cheapest. While…

The Best Synthetic Grass for Dogs

By Eric Fullerton | February 3, 2017

Pet owners greatly value their furry friends, but we all know that pets can be messy. A great solution for many is getting synthetic grass for dogs. But which  is the best synthetic grass for dogs, one might ask. There are a number of synthetic grass options that are suitable for our canine companions but…

Top 5 Uses for Artificial Turf Remnants

By Eric Fullerton | January 20, 2017

Many customers shop at Artificial Turf Express in search of artificial turf remnants to find smaller, less expensive pieces to use for their various projects or in place of other household material. Whether it be for a doormat, an art project, a floor mat inside your car or for your very own budget do-it-yourself project in your…

Commercial Artificial Grass Landscapes are the New Trend

By Eric Fullerton | January 17, 2017

Here are just a few of the things you should know about our artificial turf if you’re building or office owner looking for a product to make your outdoor areas more pleasing: The most realistic alternative to natural grass   Easy to maintain – NO mowing or fertilizing needed Durable and built to withstand heavy…

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