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What Stimp Speed Is Right for a Backyard Putting Green?

By AtlasSEO | October 7, 2026

Backyard putting greens play best at a Stimp speed between 8 and 10. Championship courses typically range from 10 to 13. We recommend starting near 8 for a more forgiving surface that builds confidence, then adjusting pile height and infill density to dial in faster speeds as putting skills improve. Key Takeaways What Is a…

How to Repair Artificial Turf: Patching Burns, Holes and Tears

By Eric Fullerton | October 6, 2026

Begin the patching process by assessing the damaged area and preparing a matching patch from spare material, then bond it in place using seaming tape plus polyurethane adhesive. Trim the patch to extend a few inches beyond the damage, align the grain direction, and press firmly for a seamless repair that avoids replacing the entire…

How to Remove Wrinkles From Artificial Turf During Installation

By Eric Fullerton | October 5, 2026

Wrinkle removal starts by unrolling turf and letting it sit in direct sun for several hours. Heat relaxes stiff fibers caused by roll storage. We then stretch the material from corners, securing edges with turf stakes or nails before seaming. Sunlight combined with mechanical tensioning eliminates creases prior to permanent bonding and infill application. Key…

Turf Nails vs. Staples: What’s the Difference and When to Use Each

By Eric Fullerton | October 4, 2026

Spiral turf nails anchor perimeters and penetrate soil-based sub-bases securely, resisting pull-out in high-traffic or pet areas. Staples work best for seaming sections together and fastening into weed barrier or compacted base material, though they drive through turf backing less easily. We recommend nails for perimeter anchoring and staples for seam reinforcement on most Bay…

How to Calculate Artificial Turf, Infill, Nails, and Seam Tape

By Eric Fullerton | October 3, 2026

Calculating seam tape and nails starts with measuring the total linear footage of seams where turf rolls meet. Seam tape covers each joint at full width, while galvanized turf nails are spaced every 6 inches along seams and the perimeter, plus one nail per 1- 2 square feet across the field for a secure, wrinkle-free…

Leading Sport Science Researchers Evaluate the Performance of Artificial Turf

By Eric Fullerton | September 5, 2016

The Performance of Artificial Turf: Traction and Safety We all know that the performance of artificial turf and natural grass are very different. As far as performance and safety, they just aren’t the same. Be wary of people that tell you they’ve broken new ground in the world of artificial turf. As far as we’re concerned,…

The Actual Cost of Artificial Turf

By Eric Fullerton | September 2, 2016

The Actual Cost of Artificial Turf One of the questions that we’re frequently asked is, “What is the actual cost of artificial turf?” Unfortunately, that question isn’t always easy to answer. It’s important to consider many things when buying turf. The biggest consideration to affect the cost of artificial turf is whether you’re or not…

Synthetic Lawn Maintenance Tips

By Eric Fullerton | August 29, 2016

Synthetic Lawn Maintenance Tips The most important thing to realize about synthetic lawn maintenance is that taking care of an artificial lawn is much easier than a natural lawn. With an all-natural lawn, trimmings as well as edgings need to be consistently discarded. Synthetic grass does not create any type of grass waste. Aside from tree…

The Truth About Crumb Rubber

By Eric Fullerton | August 26, 2016

Synthetic Turf Council Releases a Video Discussing the Truth About Crumb Rubber Many artificial turf companies have received a backlash on their use of infill. This video talks the truth about crumb rubber, so that people learn more about it. At Artificial Turf Express, we sell many types of infill, including crumb rubber, silica sand, walnut shell,…

Astro Turf Bankruptcy: World’s Oldest Turf Company Loses Patent Lawsuit

By Eric Fullerton | August 23, 2016

What Happened with the Astro Turf Bankruptcy? Synthetic turf has been around for more than half a century. It has ended up being an essential for leisure parks, play areas, college sports areas, business property, and also landscape applications. Its capacity to conserve countless gallons of water has made it among one of the most financially…

What You Need to Know About Artificial Turf on Concrete

By Eric Fullerton | August 15, 2016

Placing Artificial Turf on Concrete Synthetic grass can be placed on nearly any type of surface area. Numerous health clubs and gyms are putting artificial turf on concrete rather than carpeting. This partially due to its appearance and also because it helps athletes in their training. Turf provides better traction than concrete, which can be hugely beneficial for an exercise…

Artificial Turf Playgrounds are all the Rage!

By Eric Fullerton | August 12, 2016

What you need to know about artificial turf playgrounds   There are many reasons why someone would be designing artificial turf playgrounds. You may be coordinating with part of a regional council, a college, daycare facility, or simply checking out alternatives for your house. Regardless of your purpose, creating artificial turf playgrounds requires many considerations, including the turf’s appearance, cost, lifespan,…

What is the environmental impact of artificial turf?

By Eric Fullerton | August 8, 2016

The Environmental Impact of Artificial Turf In California, watering natural lawns in homes and businesses amounts to about seven percent of the state’s water supply. In fact, about 51 percent of the state’s water usage from families is from home lawn upkeep. This is very taxing to the state’s total water usage. If residents switched from natural…

Five Myths About Artificial Turf

By Eric Fullerton | August 4, 2016

Five Myths About Artificial Turf If you are interested in installing a synthetic lawn, it is likely that you have heard several myths about artificial turf. In this age of infinite access to information, we’re bound to hear many things that have the potential to shape our decisions. We intend to clear up some of the mysteries…

Six Things to Know About Synthetic Lawns

By Eric Fullerton | July 29, 2016

Things to Know about Synthetic Lawns Artificial turf — you may have seen it in sporting arenas or in your neighbor’s yard. Maybe you didn’t even know it was synthetic. Perhaps you’re beginning to research on turf and don’t know where to start. Maybe you’re wondering if synthetic lawns are the best choice for your yard? Well, here are…

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