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Disease resistant cultivars were developed to resist Helminthosporium mold, once a major problem with Kentucky bluegrass. New cultivars are being developed to deal with diseases that took its place. Selecting the right cultivar and proper cultivation remain the best ways to prevent diseases. Because they show similar symptoms, two diseases that frequently strike Kentucky bluegrass, summer patch and necrotic ring spot, were once lumped together as Fusarium blight.

Necrotic ring spot is a patch disease in Kentucky bluegrass and caused by the fungus Leptosphaeria korrae. The disease occurs commonly in the cool, wet weather of April and May. The earliest symptoms start during early summer in the form of 1-1/2 to 3 foot wide patches of blue-green, wilted grass, which rapidly brown, and die. Circles of healthy grass are often in the center of these patches given the appearance of a frogeye. The roots of the affected grass area are decayed under the ground. The best preventative measure is to keep turf healthy so that it is well resistant to disease. Light irrigation in the affected areas helps usually helps to keep turf healthy.

The primary stresses that influence disease development include excesses of thatch, fertilizer, and turf canopy temperature, as well as incorrect timing of fertilizer applications, low mowing height and low soil pH. Each of these stresses can be reduced through appropriate culture as described below.

Correct excess soil acidity by liming annually to maintain a pH of 6.2 to 6.6. Do not apply even small amounts of fertilizer during the June-August stress period because this will tend to stimulate the disease. Therefore, fertilize only in autumn (September through November) and in late spring (May).

Deep watering is essential for proper root growth. Water the soil under disease-prone areas to a depth of 3 to 5 inches every 7-10 days during dry periods in the summer.  Proneness to disease in turf is increased as the cutting height is decreased. Cut lawns at 2.5 to 3.5 inches height, and do so often enough that less than 1/3 of the leaf blade is removed during each mowing.

Thatch (the layer of organic matter between the mineral soil and the green grass) should be no more than 1/2 inch in thickness. Dethatch using bio-enhanced liquid dethatcher.

Kentucky bluegrass cultivars such as Adelphi, America, Aspen, Columbia, Eclipse, Glade, Midnight, Nassau, Parade, Ram I, Sydsport, Touchdown, Vantage, Windsor, and Victa are less susceptible to Necrotic Ring Spot than others. Blend seed of a resistant cultivar with that of one or more otherwise desirable cultivars. Blending 10-15% (by weight) of perennial ryegrass seed into bluegrass seed will prevent this disease from occurring. Ryegrass can also be seeded into existing lawns.

Summer patch in Kentucky bluegrass is caused by the fungus Magnaporthe poae. The fungus is active in warm 77 to 86 degree, moist soil. The fungus causes severe root rot and this leads to inadequate water supply to the grass, causing the lawn to wither. These appear in mid- to late summer. These are crescent-shaped or circular. Dying grass on the edges of the patches can have a slightly bronze color. Patches of healthy grass sometimes appear in the center. Symptoms are most severe on knolls, slopes and dry parts of the turf. Cool weather may allow the grass to recover. The fungus festers in the roots for a number of weeks before the symptoms become apparent above ground. Lawns inflicted with summer patch should not be watered frequently since the fungus thrives in wet soil. Let soil dry between irrigation. The symptoms of summer patch are often reduced with the regular use of ammonium sulfate and the ammonium chloride.

The primary stresses that influence disease development include excesses of thatch, fertilizer, and turf canopy temperature, as well as incorrect timing of fertilizer applications, low mowing height, and pH extremes. Each of these stresses can be reduced through appropriate cultural practices described below.

Disease severity may worsen at a higher pH, so try to maintain the pH of the soil and Rhizosphere at 5.5 to 6.0. Use an acidifying fertilizer where the pH is above 6.0, and try to avoid the use of products that may raise the pH.

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For most bluegrass lawns, two to five lbs of nitrogen/1000 sq.ft. is sufficient. Apply this in a fertilizer balanced by phosphorus and potassium. Do not apply even small amounts of fertilizer during the June-August stress period because this will tend to stimulate the disease. Therefore, fertilize only in autumn (September through November) and in late spring (May).

Deep watering is essential for proper root growth. Water the soil under disease-prone areas to a depth of 3 to 5 inches every 7-10 days during the dry periods of the summer. Soaker hoses are very useful for supplementary watering on steeper slopes where other sprinklers are inefficient. The harmful effects of excessive temperature can be reduced by a light sprinkling of the surface at mid-day.

Proneness to disease in turf is increased as the cutting height is decreased. Cut lawns at 2 to 4 inches height, and often enough so that less than 1/3 of the leaf blade is removed during each mowing.

Thatch (the layer of organic matter between the mineral soil and the green grass) should be no more than 1.5 cm (1/2 inches) in thickness.  Dethatch using bio-enhanced liquid dethatcher.

Kentucky bluegrass cultivars such as Adelphi, America, Aspen, Columbia, Eclipse, Glade, Midnight, Nassau, Parade, Ram I, Sydsport, Touchdown, Vantage, Windsor, and Victa are less susceptible to summer patch than others. Blend seed of resistant cultivars with that of one or more otherwise desirable cultivars. Blending 10-15% (by weight) of perennial ryegrass seed into bluegrass seed will prevent this disease from occurring. Ryegrass can also be seeded into existing lawns.

Rhizoctonia yellow patch is a serious fungal disease of Kentucky bluegrass caused by Rhizoctonia cerealis. The disease occurs frequently in wet, cool weather and is common in the new sod which is grown on heavy soils. The disease is characterized by light yellow-green 2 to 3 inch patches which rapidly increase in size and start turning brown. The edges of the leaf blades are red or red-purple. Best preventative measures include reducing irrigation and making sure that soil is well-drained and aerated.

Using a slow release fertilizer to ensure moderate amounts of Nitrogen will help in reducing the chance of Yellow Patch. Reducing the leaf wetness period will also help prevent Yellow Patch. Night time watering can increase the leaf wetness period and lead to disease.  Allow for better air movement in order to help dry the lawn when moist. Remove excess thatch and aerate. Ensure that when mowing the lawn is mowed at a high level when dry and in the morning allowing for the grass blades time to heal. Early evening mowing will increase chance of Yellow Patch as well as a dull mower blade.

Powdery mildew, caused by Erysiphe graminis and other fungi, appears as a gray to dusty white powdery coating over the leaf surface. As the spots grow larger they come together to form a mat of mildew that looks like dirt or dust. Powdery mildew is a problem with baron, flyking and merion cultivars of Kentucky bluegrass if they grow in the shade. Warren and nugget are varieties adapted to the shade. Treat powdery mildew with fungicides containing triadimefon, fenarimol or propiconazole, among others.

There are several organic treatments that fight powdery mildew. Milk contains salts and amino acids beneficial to plants and that combat the disease. To use, mix 1 cup of skim milk with 9 cups of water and spray on infected areas every two to three days.   Make a spray of 1 tbsp. of baking soda in 1 gallon of water and spray on infected areas every three to five days.

Organic Neem oil is a broad-spectrum fungicide. Mix 2 tbsp. and 1 1/2 tsp. dish soap per gallon of water. Spray all plant surfaces, including the undersides of leaves, until wet.

Cleanup is key. Gather all fallen leaves and flowers that are affected and place in the trash. Do not compost them.

Striped smut, caused by a variety of fungi, causes yellow-green streaks that turn gray. The gray streaks then rupture, revealing masses of black spores. The disease shreds the grass leaves, which turn brown and die. Striped smut usually strikes in cooler spring weather and the grass dies in the hottest parts of summer. Merion is a highly susceptible Kentucky bluegrass cultivar. Numerous varieties have been developed that will resist striped smut to some degree.

Some varieties of bluegrass survive the effects of the disease better than others. Merion Kentucky bluegrass, for instance, is very susceptible to stripe smut, while Park and Newport are fairly resistant. Other more resistant varieties are A-20, A-34, Aquila, Baron, Birka, Bonnieblue, Fylking, Geary, Glade, Nugget, Pennstar, South Dakota Certified, Sydsport, Vantage, and Victa.

Optimum fertilization with a complete (not nitrogen only) fertilizer and conscientious watering helps maintain the vigor of the stand and to increase the survival of infected plants.

Gray snow mold (Typhula incarnate) appears in circular patches up to 2 feet wide under snow. When the snow melts, the patches of infections are usually matted and surrounded by a halo of gray to white, fluffy fungal growth. This disease, which rarely kills the grass, is found more often on bentgrass than bluegrass. Fungicides containing the active ingredients azoxystrobin, thiophanate-methyl, chlorothalonil and propiconazole, among others, can be used to treat snow mold.

Snow mold fungi remain inactive during the warm months when other disease fungi are most active. They survive in thatch and on plants as sclerotia (gray snow mold) or as mycelial threads (pink snow mold). In the fall, Typhula species sometimes produce small, white or pinkish, club-shaped spore-producing structures that may be seen among grass blades in lawns that have not been recently mowed. They grow from sclerotia that were produced in the previous winter for survival over the summer.

As cool, wet weather develops, the fungi begin to grow and infect grass plants. Like all living organisms, these fungi require moisture to survive. The cold, dry air of winter prevents active growth. The shelter of leaves, snow or any other cover on the grass maintains the necessary moisture for growth. Optimal conditions for snow mold activity occur when snow falls suddenly and remains on ground that has not yet frozen. In such cases, grass is often still lush, providing an excellent food base for the fungi.

The most important means of preventing or reducing snow mold problems in lawns is the care of the grass at the end of the summer season. As long as the grass continues to grow, it should be mowed. Fall fertility programs should be timed so that they do not influence the ability of the grass to become dormant for the winter season. Fall fertilizers should be applied more than six weeks before dormancy, or they should be applied after leaf blade growth has stopped but while the grass is still green. Addition of nitrogen fertilizer just before the grass becomes dormant will stimulate a late burst of succulent green growth, making the grass prone to winter injury caused by frost, ice or exposure and also providing the snow mold fungi with vulnerable host plants. This condition is particularly dangerous when an early snowfall occurs.

Because snow mold activity is greatest beneath covers that maintain moist conditions, all leaves or other materials should be removed from the lawn. In addition, it is best to avoid piling snow deeply along sidewalks and driveways where it will form a long-lasting snow bank. In large lawn areas, the strategic placement of snow fences and landscape plants may prevent deep drifting of snow. In the spring, rake away dead and matted foliage from damaged areas to allow the new growth to begin.

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Planting grass in your yard is one of the best things you can do to raise the value on your home. It changes the appearance of your house, and gives your yard a neat, well groomed look. Buy grass seed according to the area that you live in. For a grass that is thick and strong enough to support the wear and tear of children playing on it, choose zoysia grass seed.

The home of zoysia grass is China and Japan. Because it is a slow growing grass, you don’t have to mow it as much as other types of grass. One nice thing is that it is a perennial grass, meaning that once you sow it, it will re-seed itself, and you will never have to plant it again. It does have two disadvantages. It will continue spreading into flower gardens or the neighbor’s lawn, and some people don’t like its brown winter color.

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This type of grass can be planted from seeds or from plugs. The seeds can be planted in late spring or early summer after all possibility of frost is gone. It grows best in temperatures between 80 and 100 degrees. Because it prefers the heat, never plant it in the fall when the weather begins to cool. Zoysia grass is a slow growing grass, so you want to make sure that you plant it early enough to give it a good start before the fall weather sets in.

Did you know that Zoysia grass needs 80% less water than other grasses? You only have to water it when there has been little or no rainfall, and the ground is dry and begins to crack. It grows in virtually any soil type, but adding a quality fertilizer will give it a jump start, and make it appear even greener.

Zoysia grass turns yellow when the weather becomes cooler in the fall. It will, also, be the first grass to turn green when the weather begins to warm up in the spring.

It is a sturdy enough grass that it can be used for lawns, golf courses, parks and baseball and softball fields. It is not a good grass for soccer or football fields. It grows extremely well in the moist, salt air of the coast.

Zoysia grass is a great all around grass. It is easy to care for and makes a beautiful lawn. If you live in a warm temperature area, choose zoysia grass seed when you decide to plant grass.

Artificial Grass, Astro turf DIY  

Measuring

When measuring the quantity of artificial grass required it is essential to incorporate an overlap of 100mm over each edge for coverage of the timber perimeter.

Survey

Undertake a ground survey to ascertain whether or not the terrain is subject to poor drainage, thereby retaining surface water.
In such cases, in order to ensure a satisfactory base for astroturf, measures should be taken to install appropriate and adequate below surface, drainage. We would advise the crushed aggregate followed by a sand infill method as in step 4.

Tools, equipment & materials  

artificial grass Weed membrane Adhesive. Turf cutter (hired) or manual removal if preferred Wacker plate (hired) or lawn roller if preferred 2×1 inch treated timber stakes 4×1 inch treated timber 40mm screws to secure stakes to timber perimeter 35mm galvanised clout nails (roofing nails) to secure astroturf to the perimeter Rake Shovel Hammer Screwdriver Crushed stone Infill sand or grit sand

Installation Guide

Installing artificial grass can be carried out by most able bodied DIY enthusiast; however, consideration should be given to the weight of some of the materials required.

Step 1

Either remove the existing turf manually or hire a turf cutter to save time and labour

Step 2

CRUSHED AGGREGATE FOLLOWED BY SAND INFILL METHOD

Use treated timber stakes or treated tile batten, purchased from your local builder’s merchants to hammer into the ground. Each stake should protrude from the ground approximately 3inches or 90mm and at a distance no greater than 20inches or 500mm

Then using 4inch x 1inch or 100mm x 20mm treated timber, (always pilot hole the timbers to prevent splitting)  screw to the outer edge of the stakes leaving the stakes on the inside of the perimeter. If the artificial grass meets a concrete path or wall then position the 4 x 1 flush with the surface height and by using 10mm temporary timber fillets pack the timber away to enable the artificial grass to tuck between the timber and adjoining material at a later stage. Then position the stakes against the inner perimeter timber edging and hammer in to the ground ensuring the stakes are slightly lower than the timber edging. After creating a pilot hole screw the two timbers together.

SAND INFILL METHOD

Use treated timber stakes or treated tile batten, purchased from your local builders merchants to hammer into the ground. Each stake should protrude from the ground approximately 1 inch and a half inches or 45mm and at a distance no greater than 20inches or 500mm.

Then using 2inch x 1inch or 50mm x 20mm treated timber, (always pilot hole the timbers to prevent splitting) screw to the outer edge of the stakes leaving the stakes on the inside of the perimeter. If the astroturf meets a concrete path or wall then position the 2 x 1 flush with the surface height and by using 10mm temporary timber fillets pack the timber away to enable the artificial grass to tuck between the timber and adjoining material at a later stage. Then position the stakes against the inner perimeter timber edging and hammer in to the ground ensuring the stakes are slightly lower than the timber edging. After creating a pilot hole screw the two timbers together

Step 3

With heavy clay soils we recommended laying a crushed stone surface of 3inches or 70mm. This isn’t necessary for the majority of lawns and only required if the ground holds water for a long period of time after rain. If your lawn floods then you do need to install adequate drainage at this stage. Compact the crushed stone using a wacker plate which can be hired from your local hire shop. Ensure the perimeters are compacted and below the timber edging by 1inch or 25mm

Step 4

Infill the perimeter with infill or crushed sand and level the ground using a rake. Ensure the sand is level with the top of the timber edging. Then using a lawn roller or waker compact the ground. It is important to ensure the sand against the timber edging is compact and level with the top of the timber.

Step 5

Apply the weed membrane. This will prevent weeds establishing in the many drainage holes manufactured into the artificial grass. Cut and nail the membrane to the top of the timber perimeter edging using 1inch galvanised clout nails.

Step 6

Lay the artificial grass in the desired direction and overlap the timber perimeter with the astroturf by 4inches. Then tuck down into the ground and fix to the timber with 1inch galvanised nails. Then rake the soil to within 1ich of the surface of the artificial grass. If the artificial grass meets a path or wall and the instructions in section 2 have been completed then the artificial grass can be wedged between (see picture)

Step 7

On large areas a join may be required. First lay each piece of artificial grass together ensuring the pile of each piece falls in the same direction and has an overhang of 4 inches around the perimeter. At this stage it is important to use a sharp Stanley Knife. Peel back the two grass joins. Very carefully cut the underside of the carpet as close to the stitch line as possible on each carpet.

The accuracy of this will determine how visible the join is after completion. Then pull both pieces of artificial grass together ensuring the gab between the stitching is no greater than 2mm. Then peel back the two pieces and anchor ready to glue. Position the seaming tape onto the weed membrane and fix through both materials into the sub base with galvanised nails to prevent the tape moving. Carefully but liberally pour the adhesive to cover the tape with a glue depth of approximately 3mm. Once all the glue has reached a whitish colour it is then time to begin fixing the grass edges. Carefully lay the edges of astroturf in their final position ensuring each piece marries up and has no overlap.

As you are doing this, with your fingers mix the grass fibres together to conceal the join. Once the whole length is in place and you are happy with the appearance it is necessary to walk along the join several times thus activating the glue and bonding the grass to the tape. Small amounts of adhesive can be removed from the grass fibres using White Spirit and a small off cut of astroturf.  Small amounts of cured glue can usually be removed quite easily however to avoid the possibility of damage precautions should be taken to avoid contact at all times.

Maintenance free turf just like Synthetic Grass Thousand Oaks have gone from the coming trend for several house owners. While a decade past using these grass just weren’t great looking or low-cost, present modifications in modern technology have responded to each problems and presented house owners sick and tired of cutting grass, fertilizing and weeding a viable option that will save time and money on lawn routine maintenance.

Most of these grass may also be named artificial turf. The revolutionary wave of maintenance free lawns keep a superb green color which need no watering, cutting or fertilizing and have absolutely cloned grass blades that have a length in keeping with a natural lawn which is family friendly enough for playing and for picnics.

Don’t end up being caught thinking this is a fly by night phenomena according to the Association of Synthetic grass contractors 60 million square centimeter of fake grass was placed in 2009 and also a 20% raise from 2006. The fake turf much like the Artificial Grass Thousand Oaks of today even comes with grass blades that are randomly shaded specially for a natural look and cushioning to feel more realistic.

What holds lots of people back from switching is the cost, a standard lawn costs about ,000 – ,000 to buy and install which in a strenuous economy is a large nut to break into compared to simply trimming your lawn. Relax a bit though as some cities start to provide tax savings for homeowners willing to change natural grass with artificial maintenance free yards. Let’s take a minute to check out the advantages of a easy to maintain lawn.

1. No need to cut or trim a synthetic grass grass. Which means there is no use of electric power or gas/oil to use mowers or trimmers that is environment-safe and spares natural resources and cash.

2. It is time saving which is one of the important aspects to take into account. It simply should be well watered every three weeks or when it is dirty to only remove natural buildup from the turf. If the average person consumes ninety minutes weekly on their routine lawn that’s 6 saved hours a month or about a full work week annually.

3. Spring and fall cleanups of leaves can be carried out in a matter of minutes rather than hours even more saving time.

4. There’s needless to say the money and time saved not the need to fertilize, water, use insecticides or weed your lawn.

What’s considered good by one person might be deemed bad by another. One and only thing that’s difficult to argue against is that a synthetic maintenance free turf such as the Artificial Grass Thousand Oaks conserves time and over the course of a number of years simply pays for itself. A easy to maintain grass remains family friendly most of the time as well as the look carries on to get better each year because the improvement process grows. In case you’re fed up with pushing a lawn tractor, seeing your dogs rip the lawn up, viewing your lawn burn out in the summer heat during more frequent sprinkling ban or having to pay landscapers to get it done all for you personally, a man-made grass maintenance free lawn could be best for you.

Call Home Turf of San Diego at (800) 966-8873 to see the most realistic artificial turf products available and get a free estimate for synthetic turf installation at your home or business.  Artificial/Synthetic turf grass lawns have become a very popular alternative to natural grass.  A large installation service industry has emerged due to the high demand of Synthetic/artificial turf grass lawns.  There are so many companies installing artificial turf grass that the market has become very competitive and cut throat; which is good for end consumers in some ways but not good in others.  Each artificial turf grass company claims to be better than the next and each one seems to be telling consumers something entirely different.  There are many reputable artificial turf grass companies in the San Diego.  Home Turf San Diego makes it a practice not to bad mouth the competition.  Unfortunately for them, other San Diego synthetic turf grass companies do bad mouth everyone else.  As a consumer, when you hear someone bad mouthing the competition you should be cautious.  They are most likely on the defensive for some reason.  Possibly they are trying to justify their outrageously high price, or are trying to deceive you in some way.

Home Turf San Diego seems to hear the same thing from consumers over and over.  Some companies (not saying any names) claim that their products are far superior to all others on the market and all other San Diego artificial turf grass companies are inferior in some way or another.  This tactic seems to be quite successful for some San Diego artificial/synthetic turf grass companies.  Do not be deceived by some of these overpriced companies.  It is naïve to believe that in this great American economy there is only one company who is so far superior or can do something properly.  For example, is there only one car manufacturer who offers a great warranty, sells a car that can get you from point A to point B, in great style?  The answer is of course not.  Whatever your requirements and wants are in a car, there are several car manufacturers that make a car which meets all your specific requirements, and they compete for your business.  Exactly the same logic applies in the San Diego artificial/synthetic turf grass lawn/putting green market.  Artificial turf is much less complex than an automobile though.  If one company manufactures a synthetic/artificial turf grass product that is in fact superior to the others; that product will very quickly be replicated by other manufacturers.  Regardless of patents, there are ways in any business to do something or make something so incredibly similar, that serves exactly the same function, in an almost identical form.  It is naïve to believe that artificial turf grass products can’t be replicated, and that another artificial turf company can’t install it just as well.  Not to say that a consumer shouldn’t do their homework on various companies, because they should, but don’t believe everything you hear.  There are ‘spin doctors’ who do a great job of putting good products on a pedestal and making them out to be the best thing – the only best thing – since sliced bread.

Artificial Turf goes by many names (synthetic grass, synthetic lawns, synthetic turf, artificial turf, fake turf, fake grass, putting green, synthetic putting greens, artificial turf putting greens, home turf, astro turf, Astroturf.). Whatever term you use, artificial grass gives you years of lush looking, maintenance free landscaping and leaves you time and money to do the things you really enjoy.

There are also artificial/synthetic turf grass companies in San Diego who would have you believe that their one or two products are the best for just about any application.  For example an artificial turf company might tell you that their football product is the best for your dog/pet application, pool border, or general landscaping.  No one single product is best suited to every application.  Artificial/synthetic turf grass is not all created equal but there are many different varieties to suit many various, specific applications.  A football artificial turf grass product is often overkill or not as aesthetically pleasing as others, which are much less expensive, and will give you the same and more benefits.  Call Home Turf Artificial/Synthetic Grass Lawns of San Diego today for a free consultation and straight forward business at (800) 966-TURF!

Most of the people with the aim to make their life easier and comfortable are ready to change their lifestyle needs and requirements as in the busy world, time is considered to be a precious aspect. This tendency is also one among the reason for maximum number of people is converting their natural grass lawn system to artificial grass lawn which makes this industry stronger and stronger. Apart from this, there are also other reasons which inspired individuals to turn their natural lawn to Synthetic grass, that it can withstand any weather conditions and consume less water than natural grass to grow and also remain green for ever. It will be a cost effective solution for those who are fed up with the maintenance cost of natural grass. 

Artificial grass is maintenance friendly, extremely long lasting and it will also suit for multiple applications which include residential, commercial or sports purposes. Due to various technological advancements installation of artificial grass has come a long way.  By various developments, artificial grass ensure that these synthetic grass is risk free and lot of efforts are taken to ensure that artificial grass will appear like a real grass as possible even though it had installed  years ago. Sometimes it is an undeniable fact that it will be difficult to find out lush green lawn which you are appreciating will be synthetic grass lawn 

The synthetic turf industry are capable to install artificial turf surfaces for industrial location, sports ground, playgrounds and schools. Due to the enormous advancements in the quality and durability of their merchandise they also take into consideration certain aspects like the safety of the athletes while they are playing on the artificial grass lawn surface. Some people may not be interested to spend on the installation of fake grass and will be more confident in their capability to install for themselves in that case you can go for do it yourself artificial grass installation. In simple words, the installation of fake grass is simple and easy if you are ready to adopt right tool and follow proper techniques which is prescribed by the professionals. 

As the demand for synthetic grass and quality surfaces are increasing in a rapid manner it is to accommodate many different special surfaces. In this competitive world there are loads of synthetic grass companies that can offer you excellent services and products. As there are latest advancements reported about synthetic grass it is more important that you should be aware of all aspects of artificial grass installation so that you can take wise decision in selecting the best from the available lot. 

Thus through various advantages over natural grass it had gained a significant role in everyone’s life who are fond of making their environment green and eco-friendly. Installation of artificial turf is certainly more wide spread in this consumer driven industry whereby clients demand only the best solutions. If you are in need of any information about the artificial grass products and services you can visit our website easigrass.com as our aim is to provide the best knowledge for artificial products

Artificial Grass for Soccer Sports

 

Artificial turf, Astroturf, or synthetic turf, is a man-made surface manufactured from synthetic materials, made to look like natural grass. It is most often used in arenas for sports that were originally or are normally played on grass. However, it is now being used on residential lawns and commercial applications as well.

STI’s range of fibrillated yarns have some of the best experience on the market. Molten film is slit, precisely drawn and then fibrillated to give the characteristic honeycomb effect inherent to the yarn. This fibrillation ensures the rubber and sand infill is more likely to stay in situ, adding stability and comfort to the synthetic turf and ensuring optimal tuft lock.

STI Sports & Soccer Grass is the artificial grass market leader in China, its home market, and develops, produces and sells a broad range of artificial grass products for sports and soccer uses global market.

All STI Sports & Foobtall Grass artificial grass products meet the specific requirements of their particular sport or recreational application. The products also comply with the demands and standards set by national and international sports associations and federations such as FIFA, UEFA, IRB and FIH. As an ISO-certified company, STI Sports & Foobtall Grass strives to continually improve its production processes and services.

STI Fibrillated Artificial Turf are different

Fibrillated artificial grass has a 50mm to 60mm fibrillated pile, which means it splits into finer tufts when brushed. An ideal multi-purpose grass for football and soccer field.

Advantages

* fast draining
* hard wearing and durable (long life)
* unaffected by wet or dry conditions
* for outdoor and for indoor sports
* comfortable – gentle on backs and knees
* low maintenance costs
* easy to care
* attractive in appearance
* even surface with no bumps
* does not fade

Why Fibrillated Grass for Soccer and Football Sports

Two factors set STI fibrillated grass apart with the most advanced fibrillated fiber available today: Process and Pattern. fibrillated yarn is manufactured through a proprietary slit-film extrusion process and features a more narrow fibrillation pattern compared to other typical fibrillated fibers. Generally designated as a “long slit” or “parallel” type fiber, STI’s unique properties result in a grass fiber with enhanced durability and increased comfort and safety.

Durability

Unlike the performance of other ‘highly durable’ grass fibers, STI fibrillated grass remains intact and split-free after 8,000 cycles of testing. These results far exceed the 5,000 cycle FIFA 2 star minimum, widely regarded as the industry standard for synthetic sports turf systems, and demonstrate the exceptional durability.

Comfort and Safety

Maximizing player comfort requires a grass fiber with a soft hand and a low sliding resistance. Unlike most other fibrillated grass fibers. STI offers superior player comfort with the proven performance of fibrillated products

Natural Look

Our Artificial fibrillated turf achieves the look and coverage of natural grass through its distinctive fibrillation pattern. The pattern’s dense profile is engineered to split into 10 to 12 fibrils per fiber, resulting in a more open structure. STI fibrillated synthetic turf offers the look of a monofilament with the structure of a fibrillated fiber.

STI’s pure monofilament yarns are extruded from a spinneret extrusion system producing a true monofilament. The individual filaments are then wound and twisted together to produce the final yarn, comprising 4, 6 or 8 filaments in a variety of colour combinations. As the filaments are extruded through individual die heads.

STI Soccer Grass is the artificial grass market leader inChina, its home market, and develops, produces and sells a broad range of artificial grass products for sports and leisure uses for the global market..

All STI Sports & Soccer Grass artificial grass products meet the specific requirements of their particular sport or recreational application. The products also comply with the demands and standards set by national and international sports associations and federations such as FIFA, UEFA, IRB and FIH. As an ISO-certified company, STI Sports & Soccer Grass strives to continually improve its production processes and services.

STI Artificial Turf are different

We use top quality fiber and develop the special fiber which simulate the natural grass,please check the above image to show why we are our different from other artificial grass.

* High quality football turf
* Wide range of unique engineered systems and standard products.
* Shock Absorption Durability
* Playability
* Soft Fibers
* Affordability
* UV Stability

There are many ways to use artificial grass for both residential and commercial landscaping jobs. Synthetic grass is a great low maintenance surface that can be used for simple or complex landscape projects such as yards or walkways. Artificial grass is also an excellent choice for landscaping because of its customization. Even lawns that have pathways or large stones can be landscaped with synthetic grass. Artificial grass is very easy to work with on almost any surface. From residential front yards to large public paths, artificial grass has characteristics that make it versatile and dependable for whatever landscape project it is used on.

Synthetic grass is absolutely ideal for landscaping because unlike natural grass, it requires much less maintenance. Perhaps one of the most amazing characteristics of artificial grass is the fact that it requires absolutely no watering. For residences and businesses, this can save several dollars each year. Aside from water, synthetic grass does not require fertilizer or demanding upkeep, such as mowing, trimming, weeding, or gardening. It simply remains green throughout the entire year, with no concern for browning or drying out, even in extreme temperatures or conditions. Artificial grass’ state of the art drainage system allows water and other liquids to permeate through easily, ensuring that there are no pools of stagnant water, which can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes, bugs, and bacterial spores. With this drainage system, there are no dirt or mud layers within the lawn, preventing mud spots and tracking in mess.

For residential landscaping, artificial grass is great for any type of family, including families with children and pets. For pets, clean up is as simple as using a hose and regular household cleaners to remove waste and mess quickly and easily. Synthetic grass is made from polyethylene fibers that are not harmful for children and pets. Since artificial grass landscapes are made to be durable, rough play is completely tolerable for this surface. Playground equipment and other toys can be accommodated with synthetic grass lawns. Even during seasons of high heat, sprinkles or hoses can be used to greatly reduce the temperature.

With business and commercial landscaping, synthetic grass gives a clean, uniform look while maintaining natural aesthetics of real grass. With so many different types of artificial grass products on the market, you are able to choose the right look and feel for your business landscape. Commercial landscape with synthetic grass is ideal because its strength keeps it durable, even in high-traffic areas. Its customization allows it to fit any shape or space, accommodating other landscape accents, including planters, stones, or pathways. For a neat and low maintenance landscape job, artificial grass is by far one of the best solutions on the market today. Its ability to maintain a healthy appearance while saving a substantial amount of money on water and maintenance are just a few reasons why artificial grass should be your choice for landscaping projects. Create your custom landscape ideals with artificial grass and you are helping the environment and embracing a product that conserves money, time, effort, and resources.

The invention relates to an artificial grass manufacturer lawn suitable for sports fields, which artificial grass manufacturer lawn consists of a base layer, on which first artificial grass manufacturer fibres are disposed. In accordance with the invention, the artificial grass manufacturer lawn is characterized in that said base layer comprises a material having damping properties, which is present thereon and/or therein. Thus the properties of a natural grass field are approximated very closely, and also the style of play on the sports field is positively affected. Furthermore, the artificial grass manufacturer  field thus obtained is substantially free of maintenance and of injury.

The filling of the spaces between the fibres of an artificial grass manufacturer lawn has a number of drawbacks. Not only is the construction of such an artificial grass manufacturer field more labour-intensive, but in addition, an artificial grass manufacturer field filled with a granular material requires maintenance after its construction. The originally uniform distribution of the damping material is disrupted by the weather influences or by the intensive use that is made of the field. In the latter case, areas are formed in the artificial grass manufacturer field where hardly any filling material remains, in particular areas which are played on very intensively, for example the goal area, which has an adverse effect on the play itself, but which also causes the risk of injury to increase. In a sand-filled artificial grass manufacturer field, frequent refilling with sand is necessary, therefore.

The object of the invention is to provide anartificial grass manufacturer field which is substantially free of maintenance and which does not exhibit the aforesaid drawbacks. In accordance with the invention, the artificial grass manufacturer lawn is characterized in that said base layer comprises a material having damping properties, which is present thereon and/or therein. The drawbacks of filling the spaces between the artificial fibres with damping material are thus completely overcome, so that an artificial grass manufacturer field obtained in this manner is substantially free of maintenance. Moreover, the damping material can be worked into the artificial grass manufacturer lawn during the manufacturing process already, so that the artificial grass manufacturer field can be constructed in one operation. This leads to a considerable saving of labour.

Many sports, such as field hockey, tennis, American football and so forth, are played on artificial grass manufacturer fields these days, which sports fields comprise artificial grass manufacturer lawns as referred to in the introduction. Although sports people sustain fewer injuries due to falling, making slidings, etc. on natural grass fields, due to the soft surface thereof, such sports fields are hard worn, in particular by the aforesaid sports, owing to the intensive use that is made thereof and the changing influence of the weather conditions.

Today, is widely used throughout the world. It not only enhances the beauty of the lawns and gardens, but also helps people to save money and time. However, there are certain things you must not do while installing artificial turfs. The following discussion includes some dos and don’ts of synthetic grass installation.

Install the artificial turf yourself only if you have undergone proper training. You must know that knowing the process and being skilled in carrying out the process are two different things. If you don’t have the right skill and training, hire a professional installer. You may feel that hiring a professional would be a costly affair, but the truth is it will save you from the expenses of repeating the installation procedure. A good installer will make sure that you get a perfectly fitted, lush green lawn.

Average people always want to save money on whatever they do. This intent stays unchanged even while installing . They tend to order just enough synthetic turf for saving money. The best thing would be ordering a little more artificial turf that what you will actually need. This will not only save you from the risk of not getting the exact shade, but will also ensure that the installation job is done without any halt. If the material falls short, you will need an extra day for completing the installation. This means if the job is done by a professional installer, you will also need to pay them for an additional day.

 

If you are not aware of the exact regulations of installation of , you may feel that rotary tillers are best for preparing the area where you are going to install the turf. However, this is not true. Rotary tillers will disturb the soil more than what you would actually need for an ideal installation. Using this equipment will make the soil unsteady and will not support the fake grass turf perfectly. To get the best results, cut the existing grass on the area with a sod cutter. This will allow you to get rid of the unwanted grasses while keeping the soil stable enough for supporting the synthetic grass turf.

This is a common mistake that people make while installing fake grasses. Pea gravels are not ideal for acting as base materials of turfs.  Pea gravel is a smooth textured stone and is round in shape. Generally, these stones slide down when compacted during installation of a fake grass turf. The synthetic grass base material that should be used for getting a perfect finish is crushed lime stone. When compacted, these stones get interlocked producing a more steady base material for artificial turfs.

 

If you remember the dos and don’ts discussed above, you will successfully avoid the unnecessary expenses and get the lush green lawn of your dreams.