Seam work is the most important part of artificial grass installation! Getting the seams just right means the difference between a natural looking lawn and a green plastic mess.     Note: Before you begin, make sure you have the right tools for the job! 1. Give Your Turf Time to Expand Heat makes artificial turf expand. You want to lay turf the way it will look in your yard. For that reason we recommend letting your turf sit in the sun for 30 minutes to an hour to expand.   Not giving your turf proper time to expand may result in an awkward and frustrating installation ..read more

Below is a list of all the tools you’ll need to install artificial turf on a budget, and some extras for good measure ? Essential Tools Shovel – Before you can install artificial turf, you first need to remove your existing lawn. Start by digging up the top 2-4 inches of soil. Using a shovel and pickaxe is the most economical way to remove your existing lawn. But it is time-consuming. So if you have access to a compact trailer we recommend using that. If not, get digging!   Wheelbarrow – You can use a wheelbarrow to transport freshly dug soil out of your yard.   Box cutter – Y ..read more

1. Conserve Water Homeowners can save money on water by switching to artificial turf! The EPA estimates that the US uses about 9 billion gallons of water a day watering natural grass lawns! In California, roughly half of residential water is used for landscape irrigation. By installing artificial turf, you can lower your monthly water bill and avoid water waste.   2. Take Your Weekend Back! Artificial grass frees up time for life’s most important moments!  Don’t waste another weekend weeding, seeding, and mowing. Take your weekend back with artificial turf from AGR!  From ..read more

What is Blade Shape? Blade shape describes the essential structure of individual artificial turf blades. They affect the function, feel, appearance, and longevity of artificial lawns! Why is Blade Shape Important? Blade shapes are designed for specific applications. Blade shapes featuring folds and hard angles offer additional structural support for installations in high traffic areas. Conversely, flatter blade shapes offer a softer feel and reflect less light, creating more natural looking turf.  To find the best blade shape for you, start by listing your needs. The following questions a ..read more

It feels like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. You don’t want to pay a premium for new artificial turf, so you checked out repurposed turf. But maybe it’s not for you. The price seems great, but you don’t want to paint over the lines and markings that come with it. Have you considered festival turf?! Festival turf is tough, long-lasting, and available for a fraction of the price of new turf. But unlike other repurposed turf products, it doesn’t come with the lines and infill that you get with used sports turf. AGR Has Festival Turf! AGR carries new and used festival turf. This pro ..read more

What You’ll Need  Pickax  Shovel Rake Push broom Turf paint Hammer Mallet 40-D turf nails Spackle Box cutter Putty Knife Turf Glue Seam Tape Drop Spreader   Getting Started   01. Remove Grass Remove your existing lawn and base, and then dispose of it according to local regulations. Soil builds up quickly, so we recommend having a dump trailer on sight. You’ll want to remove about 1.5 inches – 2.5 inches of soil, so that your artificial turf can sit half an inch higher than any edging. Level the area using a shovel to remove any bumps, rocks, or sticks. Rake the area once yo ..read more

Did you know that it can take plastic up to 450 years to biodegrade in a landfill! Artificial Grass Recyclers reduces plastic waste by taking turf that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill and repurposing it for future use. Here’s how it works: AGR purchases used sports fields that would otherwise end up in a landfill. Local regulations require that this turf is replaced every couple years, regardless of the condition of the field. Our team buys the best quality artificial grass fields and then resells them to homeowners and businesses at a considerable discount. Because it’s sports tur ..read more

The cold months are fast approaching, leaving you with a narrow window to prepare for winter. It’s time to fix the heating, sweep the chimney, clean the gutters, and caulk the outside of your house. But, just as importantly, now is the time to start thinking about your lawn. Get a Lush, Green Yard for 2023 With winter right around the corner, it’s time to prep your yard. That means taking the necessary actions to ensure you have a functional yard for 2023. Because the last thing you need is to start the new year off with a muddy, wilted lawn.  That’s why we recommend that homeowners switc ..read more

Artificial grass has its place in many different settings, from outdoor soccer fields to indoor arenas. However, this reliable alternative can replace the grass in your own backyard and make life easier for you and your dog. Fake grass for dogs looks and feels more like the real thing thanks to today’s advancements in artificial grass technology. Homeowners can use it for rooftop gardens, home putting greens and inhospitable areas where real grass does not grow. Artificial grass for dogs not only eliminates your lawn maintenance chores but also provides a lush surface on which your pet can ..read more

In recent years, there has been a rise in concern over the health effects caused by the use of recycled rubber, and whether or not there is permanent harm on the human body by being in constant exposure to recycled rubber. Studies set out to address these concerns have ultimately proven to show no link between the recycled rubber within synthetic turf and physical illnesses in the body, such as cancer. For a closer look at each of these studies and a better understanding of the safety of recycled rubber infill, click the link for the full article: https://www.syntheticturfcouncil.org/page/recy ..read more