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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…

What is putting green carpet?

By Eric Fullerton | January 9, 2017

What is putting green carpet, and how is it different than an artificial turf putting green? Putting green carpet has been installed in a variety of places including offices, homes, recreational centers and more. Most of us are familiar with the putting green carpet that we see at mini-golf facilities. They can be crafted into…

5 Drought Tolerant Plants for Your Yard

By Eric Fullerton | December 19, 2016

We all know that switching from natural lawns to artificial turf can save a ton of water. However if you’re still watering other plants on your property, your water bill still has a way to go. Over the last few years, we have seen many people converting their yards to be more resistant to the California…

Artificial Grass Blade Shapes: Why Does it Matter?

By Eric Fullerton | December 12, 2016

There are many things to know about artificial grass blade shapes. The shapes will definitely influence your turf’s durability, sheen, and softness. People generally want their turf to be durable, although some products are more appropriate for high traffic areas. For example, many peoples are turned off by turf that looks too shiny. The sheen…

Natural Vs Synthetic Lawn

By Eric Fullerton | December 9, 2016

Natural Vs Synthetic Lawn – What’s the difference in cost? There are a lot of things to consider with natural vs synthetic lawn installations. First and foremost, there are many environmental benefits, but let’s get down to the bottom line. How much is it actually going to cost? We get this question all the time.…

3 Tips to Avoid Damaging Your Synthetic Lawn

By Eric Fullerton | December 5, 2016

Generally speaking, synthetic lawns are far more durable than a natural lawn. As many people know, natural lawns are subject to damage from pets, or heavy foot traffic, or the changing seasons. With synthetic grass, these are not issues, but there are some other things to consider. Despite this, artificial grass can be damaged from…

Weed Control for Synthetic Grass: Part Two

By Eric Fullerton | November 28, 2016

Weed Control for Synthetic Grass   This is the second article in our series about weed control for synthetic grass. We are often asked about what you preventative measures you can take to prevent weed growth. Obviously, spilling sugary drinks like soda or spitting sunflower seeds on the turf are bad ideas. But do those things actually…

Weed Control for Artificial Grass: Part One

By Eric Fullerton | November 21, 2016

  Weeds: More Insidious than Meets the Eye People often come to us with questions about weed control for artificial grass. There is a lot to know, and people are often mystified when weeds grow around or through their turf. What’s worse, not all turf installations are going to require you to protect against weeds.…

Synthetic Grass Maintenance for Fall

By Eric Fullerton | November 18, 2016

  The daylight hours are getting shorter, and the nights are getting longer. We’re seeing frost on our cars in the morning, and bundling up in the evening. The leaves are changing from green to beautiful oranges and browns, and this can only mean one thing – Fall is here! But if you’ve got artificial…

Top 4 Creative Uses for Synthetic Grass

By Eric Fullerton | November 14, 2016

Best Uses for Synthetic Grass: Honing your creativity At Artificial Turf Express, we are always astounded at all of the creative uses for synthetic grass. We often get to see people apply their creativity into their turf installations, and we have assisted customers with many projects. Here are some of the coolest uses for synthetic grass that…

What to know about artificial grass financing plans

By Eric Fullerton | November 11, 2016

Artificial Grass Financing Plans At our warehouse, people often ask us about artificial grass financing plans. More specifically, they ask if they are available, and what do these financing plans entail? We have said many times that installing artificial turf is an investment. You reap the benefits over time in water savings, maintenance savings, saving time,…

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