How to Maintain and Clean Artificial Grass:
Keep Your Grass Beautiful All Year-Round

Step 1: Clear Debris Begin by removing easily clearable debris like leaves and twigs. Use a leaf blower for quick clearance or a soft-bristled broom for a gentler approach. This primes your turf for a deep cleaning.

Step 2: Spot Cleaning for Stains Treat any spills or stains. For liquid spills, blot the area with a cloth to absorb as much as possible before rinsing with water. For more stubborn stains, apply a mixture of mild detergent and water, gently scrubbing with a soft brush before rinsing.

Step 3: Apply an Appropriate Turf Cleaner Choose a cleaner suitable for synthetic grass, focusing on non-toxic options to protect your turf’s integrity. Spray the cleaner over the turf and use a brush to gently work it into the fibers, particularly in areas with heavy soiling.

Step 4: Deep Cleaning with a Hose After applying the cleaner, thoroughly rinse the turf using a garden hose. Ensure that all cleaner residue and loosened dirt are washed away, as these can attract more dirt and degrade the turf material.

Step 5: Brush the Turf Once the turf is clean and dry, use a synthetic turf brush to gently comb the fibers. This helps to keep them upright and restore the natural look of the grass. Brushing also helps to evenly distribute infill material, maintaining the turf’s cushioning effect.

Step 6: Check and Replenish Infill Inspect the level of infill material, which helps support the grass blades and keeps them standing upright. If the infill has compacted or diminished, add more to maintain the turf’s resilience and drainage capabilities.

Step 7: Sanitize the Area For areas that receive high traffic or have had significant pet activity, consider using a turf sanitizer to eliminate bacteria and ensure a hygienic surface. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for application to avoid damaging the turf.

Step 8: Address Weeds and Moss Inspect the edges and seams of your turf for weeds or moss. Pull any weeds by hand or use a mild herbicide if necessary. For moss, a diluted vinegar solution can be effective. Be cautious with any chemicals to prevent damage to the synthetic materials.

Step 9: Final Inspection and Grooming Do a final inspection of the turf to ensure all areas are clean, free of debris, and the blades are uniformly upright. Address any irregularities or compacted areas by brushing or reapplying infill as needed.

Weekly:

Tending to your artificial grass weekly is basic turf maintenance. This requires using a leaf blower or plastic rake to remove any leaves. Then you can use your desired artificial grass cleaning solution on any areas of concern, and lightly hose off the grass fibers to rinse and remove dust or debris.

Monthly:

Monthly turf maintenance is a bit more involved, as it requires a few more tools and steps.

1. Begin by using a leaf blower to remove any leaves or small branches from the area.
2. Using a turf rake, sweep against the natural direction of the grass to groom it into an upright position and to loosen up any stuck-on dirt.
3. If applicable, spray any spots affected by pet waste with your desired artificial grass cleaning solution.
4. Lightly hose off the area to remove any dirt or debris so your artificial grass shines.

Now that you have a good idea of how to clean artificial grass, let’s make sure all the bases are covered by answering some of the more commonly asked questions about maintaining artificial grass.

What is the best way to clean artificial grass?

The best way to keep your artificial grass looking awesome is to adopt a regular cleaning routine that consists of weekly and monthly maintenance and the following steps.

How long does fake grass last?

Because artificial turf is so low-maintenance, it can last for years and years – as long as you want to keep it. You can extend the lifespan by keeping it well-maintained. You can do this by lightly hosing off the grass weekly, and brushing the fibers in an upright position.