Artificial turf is a low-maintenance alternative to natural grass, but that doesn’t mean it’s never going to get dirty. Especially given that artificial turf is installed outside, it’s likely to accumulate dirt, debris, and other unwanted matter (like pet waste) depending on your circumstances, affecting its appearance and condition.
You can look after artificial grass with a regular maintenance schedule, but you’ll need to upgrade to advanced turf cleaning if you want to keep it in the very best condition for as long as possible.
Why Advanced Cleaning Is Important for Artificial Grass
Advanced cleaning is an important part of your overall maintenance schedule for artificial turf. Cleaning with a hose and brushing the turf are both important routine tasks. But for a deeper clean and to maintain the overall health of your fake lawn, you should be using advanced cleaning methods (or hiring an expert to do the work for you) at least once a year.
Advanced cleaning is important for your artificial lawn because it removes stubborn dirt and stains that aren’t always addressed with occasional cleaning. Even if you’re brushing and washing your turf as recommended, over time, it will likely accumulate stubborn stains that need more than just water pressure to be lifted.
Beyond its appearance, the occasional advanced clean also helps extend the lifespan of your artificial lawn. Advanced cleaning helps prevent the infill from breaking down and compacting, which allows for continued proper drainage and maintains the turf’s structure.
And if you’ve noticed unpleasant odors that can’t be kept at bay even with all the baking soda you have on hand, your lawn could probably do with advanced cleaning, which should remove the source of the bad smells and keep your artificial turf smelling fresh.
Advanced Turf Cleaning Methods
There are several advanced cleaning methods used for artificial turf, and your local turf cleaning company may favor certain methods over others (you’ll need to contact them to get details on what methods they use).
Common advanced turf cleaning methods include:
- Specialized power brushing
- Deep cleaning using a specialized cleaning solution applied with a pressure washer.
- Sand infill replacement
- Deodorizing
The best cleaning method for your artificial turf depends on the type and brand of the turf itself, as well as the level of cleaning required.
While you can keep up with the basic maintenance and cleaning tasks yourself, for an advanced clean, it’s best to choose a professional cleaning company with the equipment, expertise, and solutions to safely and effectively deep-clean your lawn.
Final Word: Maintaining Your Clean Turf
To reiterate, a lot of the regular cleaning tasks for artificial turf can be done by you, the homeowner. But whoever installed your artificial turf probably recommended getting it professionally deep cleaned, and for good reason.
You paid a lot of money for your lawn, and you want to keep your investment looking in like-new condition for as long as you can. With proper care and attention, artificial grass can last one, or even two, decades.
