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Artificial Turf Maintenance Tips

Say goodbye to the lawnmower, hose, and fertilizer! Artificial grass takes the hassle out of yard work, saving you time, effort, and money. Simple artificial turf maintenance—like brushing, debris removal, and occasional infill care—will keep your turf fresh, clean, and ready for anything.

Cleaning Artificial Grass

Start by clearing leaves, branches, and other debris using a leaf blower, turf rake, or broom. Once the surface is clean, spot-treat any spills, pet messes, or stains. A quick rinse with a hose or a mild soap solution is usually all you need. Learn more about how to clean your turf here.

  • Pro Tip: In the spring and autumn, be extra vigilant in removing debris after storms or windy periods.

Brushing

Brushing helps lift the turf fibers so they don’t look matted, especially in high-traffic areas. For best results, use a brush with synthetic bristles or a turf rake.

  • Remember: Always brush against the grain of the turf.
  • Use a power broom for easy artificial turf maintenance of sport fields or commercial installations. It does wonders to refresh the look and feel of the turf.

Infill Maintenance

A good rule of thumb for artificial turf maintenance is to power broom and re-apply infill once a year. This keeps your turf resilient and looking like new. Learn more about infill here.

  • Pro Tip: Spring is the perfect time to re-apply infill, especially after those rainy days!

Maintaining Your Turf with OxyTurf

OxyTurf is an all-in-one artificial turf cleaner, disinfectant, and pet odor neutralizer. You can use it for the artificial turf maintenance of backyards, dog runs, kennels, playgrounds, sport fields, and commercial landscaping. Best of all, it’s bleach-free and safe to use around kids and pets.

  • To apply:
    • Hold the bottle 6–8 inches from the turf and spray the affected area
    • Let OxyTurf sit for 10 minutes and you’re done!
  • For convenient application, we offer OxyTurf in two sizes:
  • 1-gallon battery-powered sprayer for turf areas under 1,000 sq. ft.
  • 32 oz spray bottle for smaller areas, up to 250 sq. ft.