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Commercial Paver Winter Maintenance: How to Reduce Freeze-Thaw Damage

By Eric Fullerton | September 6, 2026

Freeze-thaw cycles crack and heave commercial pavers when water seeps into the joints, freezes, expands, and then thaws repeatedly throughout winter. Facility teams prevent this by clearing snow promptly, using paver-safe de-icers instead of rock salt, sealing joints before freeze season, and scheduling spring inspections for rocking units, white efflorescence film, or standing water that…

Fall Paver Installation: Why Cooler Weather Can Be a Great Time for Patios and Walkways

By Eric Fullerton | September 5, 2026

Fall paver installation delivers cooler working temperatures, stable soil moisture, and faster curing conditions than spring projects—reducing delays caused by summer heat or spring rain. We recommend pairing new patios and walkways with synthetic turf borders for pet-friendly, low-maintenance yards ready by spring. Off-season contractor availability often shortens lead times, letting homeowners lock in installation…

Building a Bocce Ball Court Before Winter: Why Fall Is a Great Time to Install

By Eric Fullerton | September 4, 2026

Fall installation of a bocce ball court with artificial turf delivers a smooth, consistent playing surface without the upkeep that crushed oyster shells demand. Cooler temperatures aid proper adhesive curing and ground compaction, both of which are critical for a level, properly sized court. We recommend completing ground prep and base work before winter rains…

Pet-Friendly Artificial Grass in Fall: Managing Mud, Leaves, and Shedding

By Eric Fullerton | September 3, 2026

Fall leaves and mud buildup on pet-friendly artificial grass require weekly rinsing, regular debris removal, and occasional brushing to keep drainage holes clear. Our turf resists odors and drains efficiently, so mud never pools as it does on natural lawns. A leaf blower or hose handles most seasonal debris, keeping paws clean and the yard…

Fall Artificial Grass Maintenance: How to Remove Leaves, Debris, and Sap

By Eric Fullerton | September 2, 2026

Fall artificial grass maintenance requires four core tasks: removing fallen leaves and debris before they trap moisture and rinsing away summer allergens. Dusting, addressing tree sap promptly before it hardens and bonds with debris, and reblooming fibers matted from heavy summer use. We recommend completing these steps before winter weather sets in to protect drainage…

Trade Show Season is just Around the Corner, Make Your Exhibit Lush with Synthetic Grass Turf

By Eric Fullerton | October 29, 2013

Creating a welcoming display or booth space in a cavernous exhibit hall is never an easy task. Why not consider a new interpretation of “bringing the outdoors in” by creating a lush beautiful greenspace to showcase your retail products?Think about it. Attendees are walking around on hard concrete floors, breathing recycled air and squinting in…

Got a Life? Take it Outside!

By Eric Fullerton | October 21, 2013

Synthetic Grass Outdoor Living is Plush & Comfy The trend in landscaping continues to be the creation of “outdoor rooms” that blur the line between inside and out. Outdoor kitchens, seating and dining areas, exterior fireplaces and fire pits, and new-generation garden furniture that stands up to the elements are all expanding the living space…

Caring for Your Artificial Grass Lawn

By Eric Fullerton | October 21, 2013

Yes, synthetic lawns are virtually maintenance-free but there are some regular steps you should take to keep your turf looking and performing its best.   Rake, blow, sweep or vacuum regularly. Just as you wouldn’t let leaves, dirt, grass and pollen accumulate on your floors, sidewalks or decks, you should remove such organic materials from your…

Talk About a Hot Mess … Get the Best Infill for Synthetic Grass

By Eric Fullerton | October 13, 2013

After working all day, you come home ready for a relaxing evening outside, sharing a few cocktails, firing up the grill, watching the sun set, and just generally making good use of the outdoor areas you’ve worked so hard to create. But what’s that awful smell??   Take a guess. If your dogs have had…

Need more outdoor space? Look up instead

By Eric Fullerton | September 18, 2013

A Rooftop Garden or Deck Can Be Your Private Getaway In most urban communities, backyard space is at a premium. Level, accessible, private yard space is even harder to find. That’s why rooftop gardens are becoming increasingly popular all across the US.   A rooftop garden is a great way to create a beautiful, private…

Historic League Park that Hosted Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, and Cy Young Feature Synthetic Grass Baseball Diamond

By Eric Fullerton | May 31, 2013

Cleveland Reopens Home to the Cleveland Indians and the Cleveland Buckeye with Artificial Turf The restoration of the famous ballpark that has hosted Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, and Cy Young and was home to the Cleveland Indians and the Cleveland Buckeyes until the late 1940s, is well underway and is spurring residential and commercial development…

DIY for Mother’s Day?

By Eric Fullerton | May 5, 2013

Last week, we had a customer (I’ll call him Bob) come to us with an interesting idea for a Mother’s Day gift. His mom’s always loved to garden, but doing yard work had become harder and harder over the years. A couple of years ago she had moved from her longtime home into a smaller…

Glen & Bonnie’s Golden Opportunity

By Eric Fullerton | March 1, 2013

When Glen and Bonnie McCormick put in a saltwater pool as part of a backyard renovation, they were looking forward to swimming laps against the jets, hosting poolside barbecues and cocktail parties, and playing with their two rambunctious, water-loving Golden retrievers, Sophie and Rose. Mostly, the plan went well. The landscaping looked great, the pool…

Natural Grass Lawns are Not So Natural

By Eric Fullerton | February 27, 2013

With the Go Green movement really taking stride, it is very important to do everything you can to do your part as well. When updating your home to be more environmental friendly it is very important to consider your lawn. Many of Americans do not realize how many chemicals they are putting into their lawns…

Even Your Pet Loves DIY Synthetic Grass

By Eric Fullerton | February 14, 2013

One of the biggest concerns when making the decision to purchase a synthetic green lawn is how their pets will adapt to the change. No need to worry though because you’re animal will not even notice the difference – only you will! The improvements this will add to your pet’s life are so subtle, it…

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