Artificial grass carpets are among the carpet models that make people’s lives easier and enable them to live comfortably. Although fake grass carpets come to mind when it comes to sports areas such as football fields and tennis courts, artificial turf carpets can also be preferred in different areas.
The most important thing to remember is that it is vital to look at more than fake grass aesthetics, because choosing a product based solely on this aspect can be dangerous. Of course the grass should look good, but it should also perform well to provide a long-lasting, lush grass. To avoid disappointment and invest wisely, we need to take a closer look at the fake grass. Now let’s examine the details about fake grass.
Usage Areas of Fake Grass
Fake grass models have different usage areas. It is possible to list the areas of use in general as follows.
- Ornamental / show grass: Low demand fake grass that aims to significantly reduce maintenance while improving the aesthetics of a garden.
- Family grass / playground: Highly utilized, heavily used fake grass all year round.
- Pet-friendly grass: a heavily demanded area that also needs to deal with urine and feces.
- Grass for garden parties and entertainment: An occasionally heavily demanded area that can cope with spills and stains.
- Versatile: some or all of the above.
Naturally, each of the above types of use requires different strengths and qualities in an fake grass.
How to Make Fake grass?
It is based on a mixture of green grass, plastic granules and additives such as UV stabilizers and coloring agents. This mixture is heated and pressed under pressure through an extruder head. This process results in the creation of individual synthetic fibers. The shape of the fibers is determined by the extruder head. There are two types of fibers: fibrous and monofilament. The mix of synthetic materials used varies by product and supplier and ultimately determines the quality of the final product.
After the grass fibers are made, the blades are strengthened. It is made resistant to strong pulling force and temperature fluctuations between -50 C and +50 Cº. The grass fibers are then wrapped around large spools (coils) and sent to various fake grass producers. The coils are then placed in a four-meter-wide machine, where the needles are used to push the blades of grass from the backrest.
It is similar in principle to a sewing machine and the process is called tufting. Fiber type, fiber height, distance between needles, etc. It determines the appearance of the grass and its appropriate uses. A liquid mixture is added to fix the grass fibers in the ridge, which is then hardened in an oven. This fixes the fibers. At this point, the grass roll has gained the name of fake grass and is ready for sale and installation.
In fake grass, the application is as important as the production and selection of the product. In this direction, we will examine in detail how the fake grass carpet is applied. However, first of all, it is necessary to mention the temperature that should be in the fake grass carpet application.
The best temperature for laying our fake grass is between 10 and 15 degrees Celsius. The best action is to roll the strips at this temperature in the morning and let them ’relax’ for a while. In the afternoon, when the grass has some time to get used to, you can cut the strips diagonally. At this point, we recommend that you pre-tie the different straps. When the grass shrinks or expands, it only does it longitudinally, so it won’t affect your tied strands.
Projecting Phase
Fake grass carpet application is not a simple process like laying a carpet on the floor. The suitability of the floor and area is tested with the projecting studies carried out before the carpet is laid on the floor. With our personnel working for our company, each of whom is specialized in fake grass carpet, it is aimed to carry out the project design phase in a flawless manner.
Measurement and Control Phase
The area to be prepared in fake grass carpet application should be evaluated architecturally. This is called the measurement and control stage. With the successful realization of this stage, it is determined whether the structure of the grass is suitable for the purpose.
Fake Grass Production Phase
After the type and length of the fake grass is selected, it is ensured that it is designed in accordance with the desired dimensions. It should not be forgotten that fake grass carpets, which are produced in a way that facilitates use and do not pose any risk to human life, can be designed in one piece or in pieces.
Infrastructure Activities
Crushed stone and a gauge application are applied during sub-floor placement processes. With the use of felt, gaps on the base are prevented. Effective efforts are made to lay the carpet area on the ground as the last layer. All these processes are carried out very meticulously, preventing problems that may be faced in the future.
Application and Test Phase
Another important stage in fake grass application is the application and testing phase. This stage is extremely critical for the grass carpet to be ready for application and to be controlled.
Application Steps
- The surface should be smooth, clean and flat. However, if there are any ripples in the concrete, apply a thin layer of sand on top of the subbase, this will help correct and fill minor imperfections.
- It is necessary to ensure the required grass height against the available area by allowing any sub-base preparation.
- Natural grass is removed using a mechanical grass trimmer or shovel.
- Remove natural grass and subsoil to a depth of 10 cm (if your ground is well compacted and free drainage is 7 cm removed). Fake grass should not be placed directly on top soil.
- Its surface should be compacted with a roller or vibrating plate.
- Spray the area with a weed killer and then the weeding membrane is placed.
- If a wood perimeter is required, place it at this stage and ensure it is not above the last planned grass line.
- Apply minimum 75mm of clean Type 1 or limestone 20mm size aggregate to the surface and compact the stone with a roller or vibrating plate.
- After the aggregate is compacted, 6–14 mm size fine stone or builder type sand (sometimes called sharp sand or sand sand) is used up to a depth of 20-40 mm. In order to reach the desired level, it is compressed to the required level by completing it if necessary.
Things to Consider After Fake Grass Application
The following should be considered after the application of artificial turf.
- Regular brushing of your grass with a broom or plastic leaf rake will help keep the fibers straight and even.
- Leaves and other dirt can be removed with a broom, leaf rake or leaf blower.
- Spills can be washed off with water. Dog or cat feces can be allowed to harden and then removed. A diluted disinfectant can be used to wash off residue.
- Avoid sharp objects and distribute the load on garden furniture, trampolines or outdoor play equipment to minimize indentations.
- Make sure that barbecues or other hot objects do not come into contact with your grass.
You should ensure that the coarse debris and dirt on the carpet are removed while performing maintenance. If there is no waste left on the grass carpet, the grass carpet should be brushed, because the fake grass carpet, which is exposed to heavy use, can be observed to fade and lose its color. This situation can be reversed by brushing. In this way, it is possible to have a more attractive and useful grass carpet. Remember, if you want to use your grass carpet for many years, you should have your carpet properly maintained at certain periodic periods. Thus, you can use your carpet with less cost and for many years safely.
In order to benefit from high-quality solutions and valuable options, the only thing you need to do is to apply to our company. Thanks to our special solutions for you and our understanding that prioritizes high-quality, we enable you to take advantage of the right options. You are at the right address if you want to get detailed information about our services and have a flawless grass carpet. All you have to do is contact us and get the necessary information to get service. You can visit our avengrass.com site to get information about the details and send your questions.
