Now more than ever, property owners are considering adding an artificial grass lawn because of its many benefits. With its lush, green aesthetic, artificial grass is a visually stunning surface pleasant to the eye. 

Artificial turf’s efficiency as a surface also makes it much more convenient to maintain than natural grass. Its unique structure and properties largely prevent annoyances like weed growth from happening. However, even with all of its features, property owners still need to make some effort to ensure that no weeds can grow on their synthetic grass.

Before Artificial Grass Installation

There are steps that property owners can take prior to an artificial grass installation that will help ensure a surface that is free of any weed growth:

• Adding a Sand Layer: Although optional, adding a layer of sand is incredibly useful to stop seeds that make it onto your turf from settling down into the dirt and growing. This means that weeds and other plant life are unable to flourish and spread.
• Adding a Weed Barrier: A weed barrier is a pivotal addition to your artificial grass lawn. It’s one of the most impactful deterrents to weeds. When laid under your artificial turf, a weed barrier helps drainage and stops weeds from growing through your synthetic grass. 

After Installing Synthetic Grass 

Additional work may still be required even after installing your artificial grass. Seeds can sometimes make their way onto your surface due to external factors like the wind, allowing for weed growth to occur. 

Ensuring a clean environment helps dissuade weeds from arising. If you see seeds on your artificial turf lawn, be sure to brush your surface to remove the seeds and any accumulated debris. 

Another thing that property owners can do to preserve the function and performance of their synthetic turf is to cut any overhanging trees and bushes covering their lawn. This will reduce the number of plant shoots that appear, which will help uphold the structure and integrity of your surface.

Weed Killer Alternatives

If you’re someone who wants a more natural solution for weed growth rather than using a chemical weed killer, there are multiple options that you can pursue:

• Boiling Water: Property owners can pour boiling water wherever they see weed growth. This will eliminate any present roots and prevent them from growing back. Be aware that boiling water can destroy all greenery and plants. If there are flowers, bushes or trees, you’ll need to be careful with your use of boiling water. If boiling water isn’t an option, property owners can also use a vinegar and salt mixture to achieve the same effect.
• Blocking Sunlight: For weeds to grow, they require prolonged sunlight exposure. Property owners can cause weeds to die off and stop them from reappearing by cutting off access to sunlight. Upon first seeing weeds on your artificial turf, find some way to cover your surface and shade it from the sun. After a few days, the weeds should be dead after not absorbing any sunlight. 

Make the switch to artificial turf to enjoy a surface that is longer-lasting, more durable, and easier to maintain than other natural grass. You can find all the help you need at Artificial Turf by Fenix, where we offer trustworthy solutions for every residential synthetic grass need you may have. Our professional artificial turf installers are the best in the industry and have completed many successful installations using the highest quality synthetic turf products available. For more information on our services or to receive a free estimate, give us a call today at (877) 673-8873 to speak with one of our knowledgeable team members.