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Does artificial turf increase home value?

Homeowners are always looking for ways to boost their property value and stand out in a competitive real estate market. One upgrade that’s increasingly popular is…

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Does Pet Turf Get Too Hot in Summer?

As pet owners, we all want our furry friends to enjoy a comfortable environment year-round, even during the hottest summer months. Artificial turf has become a…

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How to Keep Artificial Turf Clean: Complete Maintenance Guide

Keeping your Maintaining artificial grass lawn is essential for its longevity and appearance. Maintaining artificial grass in top condition doesn’t require as much work as a…

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How to Clean Artificial Turf: A Complete Homeowner’s Guide

Whether you have a synthetic turf lawn or natural grass, proper care is crucial synthetic lawn, pet turf, or a fake grass play area for the kids,…

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How to Install Artificial Grass on Soil: A Step-by-Step Guide

Installing artificial grass on soil is a practical way to enjoy a low-maintenance lawn without the challenges of maintaining natural grass. Whether you're creating a backyard putting…

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Soil vs Dirt: Difference and Comparison

When working in the garden or choosing a type of soil potting soil for your plants, you’ve likely heard people use the terms soil and dirt…

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How to Install Artificial Turf on Dirt: Step by Step

Looking to transform your old lawn or dirt surface into a beautiful, low-maintenance space? This step-by-step guide will teach you how to install artificial turf directly on…

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Artificial Turf Infill Options: Which One Is Best?

When it comes to artificial turf and grass, choosing the right infill is crucial for achieving optimal performance and longevity. Infill not only enhances the aesthetic…

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How to Clean Fake Grass From Dog Urine Step-by-Step

If you're a pet owner who has made the switch to artificial grass, you probably already appreciate how low-maintenance it is compared to real grass. But…

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How to Install Artificial Turf: A Complete Guide

Installing artificial turf is a transformative way to enjoy a lush, green lawn year-round without the constant maintenance of natural grass. Whether tackling a small area in…

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How To Remove Odors From Artificial Grass?

Installing artificial grass in your yard can simplify lawn care and offer year-round greenery, but for pet owners, one common downside is the lingering odor. Over…

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A Complete Guide to Artificial Grass for Rooftop Decks

San Diego is the ideal place to maximize outdoor spaces, including rooftop decks. Artificial grass rooftops in San Diego are growing in popularity as a low-maintenance…

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Top Artificial Lawn Tools to Keep Your Lawn Looking Great

Artificial turf is a low-maintenance alternative to natural grass. That doesn’t mean it’s zero maintenance, especially if you want to extend the lifespan of your turf.…

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Stuck on Backyard Design? Take Our Quiz to Define Your Style

Whether you’re new to backyard design or just aren’t sure what to do with your space, starting with a design style is an excellent way to…

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6 Reasons Why Artificial Turf Is Good for the Environment

One of the biggest benefits of artificial turf over natural grass is that it’s an environmentally-friendly landscaping option. From reduced water usage to eco-friendly maintenance, synthetic…

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10 Landscape Design Trends to Watch for in 2022

As the population moves outdoors, with more interest in spending time outside the home in green spaces, large and small, landscape design trends will reflect that…

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Artificial Grass Cost – Installation Price Guide

As artificial turf continues to grow in popularity, you may be considering a turf project of your own to reduce maintenance in a backyard or reduce…

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The Best Artificial Grass for Your Outdoor Space

Choosing the best artificial grass for your turf project comes with a variety of variables to consider. You may be interested in a specific look for…

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5 Eco-Friendly Landscape Design Ideas for Your Backyard

Updating the landscaping of your outdoor spaces can instantly improve the value of your home, create new places to gather for family and friends or simply…

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Why Artificial Turf Is Better than Grass for Sports

There are many advantages of artificial turf over real grass when it comes to sports. It’s a durable, low-maintenance alternative that will look great and allow…

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7 Problems With Artificial Grass and How to Solve Them

Synthetic grass is a low-maintenance, attractive alternative to natural grass for many homeowners and businesses. That doesn’t mean there are no problems with artificial grass. As…

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5 Ways Artificial Grass Can Be Used in San Diego Commercial Spaces

Artificial turf has become a popular option for homeowners looking for low-maintenance solutions to their green spaces. The commercial sector has been paying attention too, especially…

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How Long Does Artificial Turf Last?

A perk of artificial turf is its longevity. With average use and maintenance, you can expect to enjoy your synthetic grass for at least 20 years,…

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How Weather Affects Artificial Grass in San Diego

San Diego is a desirable place to live in part, thanks to its weather. The city enjoys plentiful sun year-round, with rainy days rare and well…

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Installing Artificial Grass on Concrete: What You Should Know

Artificial turf is a versatile lawn alternative that can be installed on several different kinds of surfaces. It can replace a real lawn on top of…

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Sustainable Landscape Design Ideas in San Diego for 2021

Sustainable landscape design is a trend that will continue into 2021, as property owners look for new ways to improve the environmental footprints of their homes.…

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Artificial Grass Before and After: Five of our Favorite Transformations

We’ve transformed the landscapes of thousands of homes and businesses across San Diego. Each project is unique with different goals, uses, and aesthetics, from commercial spaces…

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6 Reasons Why Golfers Choose Artificial Putting Green Turf

Even if you live in a city like San Diego, where golf year-round is a possibility, true golf lovers are always looking for ways to improve…

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What Is the Ideal Base for Artificial Turf?

So you’ve made the decision to install artificial turf due to one or more of its many benefits, whether it’s because you’re looking for something low-maintenance,…

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Which Turf Option is Right for You?

Researching the many options and combinations involved with artificial turf selection is the right first step to ensure you’re satisfied long-term with the look of your…

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How to Make a Small Backyard Look Bigger

No matter the size, your backyard can be the setting for fun family activities and a natural escape. More scientists and doctors are encouraging patients to…

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How to Make Your Artificial Turf Lawn Look More Natural

Grandma’s flat, lime-green, back patio or mudroom carpet isn’t anything you want to put on your lawn. You might be surprised, however, at how far artificial…

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What to Look for When Choosing an Artificial Turf Company

US Turf has premiere materials to install an artificial turf for any home or commercial project. All of the products are manufactured with specific applications in…

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Natural Grass vs Artificial Turf: The Pros and Cons [Infographic]

Taking pride in the appearance of your house and yard is one of the many responsibilities of owning a home. An appealing landscape is a way…

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5 Reasons Why Your School Needs Playground Turf

Are you a school administrator, a daycare owner, or anyone else surrounded by kids at all times? If you’re responsible for the safety and care of…

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Is Artificial Turf Safe for Children and Pets?

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9kyy-fXt3o&t=1s[/embed]   If you live in a drought-prone area or you’re just tired of spending your precious weekends keeping up with the yard work, you’ve probably…

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How to Care for Your Artificial Turf

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2KBbniWj8w[/embed] Artificial lawns are a great option for home and business owners who want the fresh look of a bright green lawn all year long without…

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Low-Traffic Vs. High-Traffic Turf (Going Into Durability)

https://youtu.be/U_dCxdPr_zE Many homeowners are switching over to artificial turf due to the bevy of benefits. One of the prime benefits of artificial grass is that it…

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Get the Most Out of Your Turf by Following These Maintenance Tips

Homeowners love artificial grass for many reasons. One of the best benefits of installing artificial turf is that care and maintenance are minimal. We all know…

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4 Things to Know Before Self-Installing Your Own Turf

If you’re tired of wasting time mowing, watering, fertilizing, and spraying your lawn for pesticides, a synthetic lawn might be the right option for you. Many…

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Why Golf Enthusiasts are Shifting to Artificial Turf

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCgAlt6pSE4[/embed] For any golf enthusiast, anything less than perfect grass is not acceptable. However, perfect grass takes a lot of work and money.  What if you…

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Sun and Pets in the Summer: Where Grass Fails and Turf Thrives

Every summer you get frustrated at the brown patches in your yard. No matter how much grass seed you sow, the same thing happens every year--you…

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4 Ways You Can Integrate Turf into Your Commercial Building

When it comes to sprucing up your backyard, it’s hard to go wrong with artificial turf. Not only does it require little to no maintenance, but…

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5 Tips that Help the Process of Self-Installation Turf

Artificial turf is growing in popularity and turf products are increasing in availability. Thus, it’s no wonder that many homeowners are opting for artificial turf. Many…

4 Things You Need to Know Before Your Artificial Grass Installation [Video]

4 Things You Need to Know Before Your Artificial Grass Installation [Video]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmqK_ZF6gg0&t=14s   Whether you want to put down artificial turf yourself or you want to hire a service, there are several things you need to know…

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3 Ways You Will Improve Your Game with Artificial Golf Turf

Ask experts how you can improve your golf game and they will likely tell you ‘practice, practice, and practice’. The difficult part is trying to find…

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The 4 Benefits of Installing Turf for Your Office Building

Many homeowners have already chosen synthetic grass and have found creative ways to integrate it into their homes. This trend has extended to many business owners…

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Why Turf Infill Is Crucial for Good-Looking Artificial Grass

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgAI2lnajho[/embed] If you’ve ever played sports on turf, you remember the little rubber turf beads that seemingly followed you for weeks after the activity was over.…

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Why You Should Hire Professional Turf Installers vs. DIY

Synthetic turf installation is a luxury in your home or landscape. Especially in areas of drought, there are many artificial turf benefits to consider, like home…

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5 Rules to Remember About Artificial Turf Installation

Artificial turf is one of the fastest growing modern home trends. With recent innovations in technology, synthetic turf is now more durable and natural-looking than ever.…

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Our Work with the Helen Woodward Animal Center

https://youtu.be/T2XPxVktFf4   Nestled in the pleasant community of Rancho Santa Fe, Northern San Diego County, the Helen Woodward Animal Center is a private non-profit organization that…

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Creating a Beautiful Yard with Drought-Tolerant Landscaping

Your yard is a little slice of nature, and it takes great care to curate the plants, gardening features, and outdoor spaces to your exact liking.…

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5 Surprising Facts About Artificial Lawns

Many of our clients, including homeowners, business owners, golf courses, schools, and more, purchase synthetic turf to lower their running costs and make outdoor maintenance a…

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Care Tips: How to Clean Artificial Grass for Dogs and Pets

Fake grass can come in handy for a homeowner. Not only is it easier to care for, it usually costs less to maintain throughout its lifetime.…

Homeowners Guide – Caring for Your Synthetic Grass

Homeowners Guide – Caring for Your Synthetic Grass

[embed]http://youtube.com/watch?v=_2KBbniWj8w[/embed] In California, the dire drought conditions have pushed many homeowners towards choosing less water necessitous options like synthetic grass. Although conditions seem to be improving,…

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Is Artificial Turf Worth the Home Upgrade?

Over the last decade, artificial turf has skyrocketed in popularity. That’s because it is a low-maintenance alternative to having a great-looking yard all year-round. With today’s…

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Common Myths – Is Fake Grass Safe For Children?

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9kyy-fXt3o&t=1s[/embed]   Children spend a great deal of their childhood outside. School sports, garden playtime, playground park visits. Most parents wouldn’t think twice about whether the…

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Reasons Why Artificial Grass Is an Asset for Your Home

Maintaining your lawn can be a full-time job. Constant watering, mowing, and fertilizing all year round with the added concern that someone might just step on…

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Everything You Need To Know About Pet Turf

Do you have a pet that is destroying your yard with his bathroom breaks? Are you searching for a way for your pet to relieve themselves…