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What Homeowners Wish They Knew About Artificial Turf Installation Costs and Maintenance

By Eric Fullerton | July 6, 2026

Artificial grass offers a low‑maintenance landscape with predictable performance, but installation and upkeep vary by specification. This guide examines the technical and cost drivers—material selection, installation methodology, and maintenance requirements—so homeowners can evaluate trade‑offs in durability, appearance, and lifecycle cost. We cover the necessary supplies, common turf construction methods, and practical maintenance protocols to preserve…

Commercial Artificial Turf ROI: Comprehensive Cost Breakdown and Investment Analysis for Property Managers

By Eric Fullerton | July 5, 2026

Artificial turf can reduce landscaping overhead and streamline operations for commercial properties. This article breaks down ROI drivers: installation and material costs, ongoing maintenance differences, and sustainability impacts. Property managers often weigh higher initial installation costs against long-term savings. By examining installation inputs, maintenance schedules, ROI calculation methods, and case studies, you can assess how…

Premium Artificial Grass vs. Standard Turf: Comprehensive Comparison for Landscaping Choices

By Eric Fullerton | July 4, 2026

Choosing between premium artificial grass and standard turf affects both appearance and function. This guide compares quality, durability, and maintenance requirements so homeowners and landscapers can select the turf that meets their performance and aesthetic objectives. We summarise core material differences and practical factors that determine the right turf for each project. Maintaining natural grass…

How Hot Does Artificial Turf Get in Summer? A Guide for Families and Pet Owners

By Eric Fullerton | July 3, 2026

Summer sun can raise artificial turf surface temperatures well above those of natural lawns. This guide explains measured surface temperatures, the factors that drive heat build-up, and practical mitigation steps for households with children and pets. We cover material properties, common cooling technologies, and everyday practices to reduce risk. For product-level options that address heat,…

Resort-Style Pool Designs With Artificial Turf: Creating a Luxury Backyard Landscape

By Eric Fullerton | July 2, 2026

A resort-style pool paired with artificial turf delivers a durable, low‑maintenance outdoor environment that reads as both elegant and functional. This article examines key design elements, material specifications, maintenance protocols, aesthetic choices, and performance benefits of using turf at poolside. With informed decisions, you can create a refined landscape that supports relaxation and entertaining. Design…

Your Guide to Installing Artificial Turf in 12 Easy Steps

By Eric Fullerton | January 31, 2015

The look of a lush green lawn is an enticing aspect of any home. But the severe drought, water restrictions, environmental considerations, and issues with maintaining a picture perfect lawn have more homeowners looking to install artificial turf in place of grass. Installing artificial turf grass is a simple, yet, deliberate process that when followed properly,…

Synthetic Grass Putting Greens

By Eric Fullerton | January 26, 2015

Think of your favorite putting greens on your favorite local courses, and imagine having access to a green of that quality just by walking out the back door of your home. Artificial Turf Express is making this scenario possible by virtue of our synthetic grass golf greens for your home or business. We offer the most realistic…

Teaming Up with Artificial Turf Express: A Contractor’s Best Friend

By Eric Fullerton | January 12, 2015

Contractors and landscapers filled with the task of redoing a back yard or a commercial property need to look no further than Artificial Turf Express (ATE) for their ideas, helps, accessories, and supplies. As a professional hired to design a yard, having a one-stop shop to acquire all of the necessary supplies is a landscaper’s gold mine.…

What’s Changing California’s Landscape? | NBCNEWS

By Eric Fullerton | January 7, 2015

The drought is changing California’s landscape in some unexpected ways. Not only is it drying up lakes, turning streams to a trickle and causing the land to sink, it’s weaning Californians off lush, water-guzzling lawns.   Julio Lopez owns and runs Cadre Landscaping in the Southern California city of Glendale. The 54-year-old Lopez said he’s…

Is it time for a fake lawn?

By Eric Fullerton | January 1, 2015

There’s just something beautiful and comforting about mown grass. Whether you’re throwing a ball, lying in the shade on a hot day, or sitting outside on a warm night, a green lawn is a pleasure. Writer Wallace Stegner, having grown up in dry, wild Saskatchewan, Canada, first saw a lawn at age 11 in Montana.…

New California law protects brown lawns from homeowners associations

By Eric Fullerton | December 22, 2014

Jessica Calefati recently reported that homeowners associations can no longer fine residents who fail to water their lawns during droughts under legislation sponsored by a San Jose lawmaker. Reports earlier this year that a San Lorenzo association threatened in writing to retaliate against a man with a burned lawn inspired Assembly Bill 2100. But reports…

Affordability Shows Itself In A Number Of Different Ways With Artificial Grass

By Eric Fullerton | December 18, 2014

We know that there are many ‘would-be’ artificial grass owners who have long considered undertaking an installation at their home, only to talk themselves out of it for fear of the cost being prohibitive. Sadly, many of them have reached this conclusion without truly looking into the costs as well as the benefits. At Artificial Turf…

New Independent Lab Testing of Synthetic Turf Crumb Rubber Infill Re-confirms Health and Safety

By Eric Fullerton | December 14, 2014

Lower Canada College (LCC), a leading K-12 private school in Montreal, Canada today announced that the crumb rubber infill used in its new synthetic turf athletic field is safe for continued use by children of all ages. This comes as a result of testing that the school conducted using an independent, highly-sophisticated laboratory in Paris,…

Bill would force HOAs to allow fake grass

By Eric Fullerton | December 10, 2014

California homeowner associations would be required to allow artificial turf in front yards under a bill recently proposed by the San Diego County Water Authority. The bill, or a version of it, is likely to be championed by Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, D-San Diego.   Only a fraction of the state’s 47,000 HOAs permit synthetic grass on front…

STC Response to NBC National News Story on Health Effects of Crumb Rubber in Synthetic Turf

By Eric Fullerton | December 6, 2014

The Synthetic Turf Council (STC) and the synthetic turf industry take the health, safety, and welfare of synthetic turf users very seriously. We sympathize with those individuals who are battling a serious illness. As the industry’s trade association, it is our responsibility to address the issues raised in the NBC story in an objective manner.…

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