FAQ

Q. What kind of maintenance is required for the putting green?

The maintenance for a FieldTurf putting green is minimal. Maintenance consists of keeping the green free of debris which can be done with a low speed blower. Additionally, it is important to keep natural turf from growing in with the synthetic turf. This can be accomplished by spraying the encroaching natural turf with a product such a Round Up. The Round Up will not harm the synthetic turf and will prevent the encroaching natural turf from spreading. This can be done on an "as needed" basis.

Q. Will a FieldTurf putting green receive a shot from the fairway?

Yes. FieldTurf putting greens are built to receive shots from the fairway and from around the green. Our patented infill of silica sand and cryogenic rubber provide a surface that will receive a shot very similar to that of a natural turf putting green.   For longer shots, we install a shock pad underneath the turf for added effectiveness.

Q. What is the putting green surface made of?

The synthetic turf is a polypropylene fiber. The infill is a combination of silica sand and cryogenic rubber.

Q. What is the base material under the synthetic turf?

The base material is a combination of ¾ inch gravel stone and 3/8 inch stone dust. The stone is shaped and rolled to provide a solid foundation for the synthetic turf to be installed on.

Q. Will the putting green drain?

Yes. Our putting greens are shaped to allow for 90% to 95% of the water (rain) to surface drain off the turf. The remaining water will be absorbed into the infill material.

Q. What is the warranty and how much does the warranty cost?

The synthetic turf is warranted for 8 years and the installation work is warranted for 1 year. The warranty is included in the price of installation.

Q. Will the turf fade from UV or is it protected?

The synthetic turf is protected against fading from UV rays and is included in the warranty.
 

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Q. What are the costs of a FieldTurf installation?

Not much, when you evaluate the savings over time.   What is important to understand is that total costs are a function of the installed products in combination with installation labor. Caution is advised that many competitors of FieldTurf mislead their potential customers by quoting a price that is not all-inclusive. It is also important to understand that synthetic grass installation generally includes some general landscaping work, and sometimes, special site excavation which is not typically considered a part of the synthetic grass pricing.

Q. How does the installed cost of FieldTurf compare to a sod or seeded lawn installation?

It costs more........but, this question poses a comparison which FieldTurf was not designed nor intended to compete. A sod or seeded landscape, without a sprinkler system installation, can be installed for less. But, over the life cycle of FieldTurf, all sod and seeded landscape will exceed "all-in" care and maintenance costs by 7 to 15 times. In fact, FieldTurf will pay for itself in comparison to a seeded landscape in less than 5 years. Furthermore, the installation can be financed as a regular home improvement or commercial property lease.

Q. Can I have FieldTurf everywhere that I have grass?

Yes, you can........and, in fact, you can have FieldTurf in places where grass won't grow. The better question is "What are the best design objectives of a synthetic grass installation?"

Natural grass is not landscape. It is merely a "filler space" within what generally is described, in the broader context, as landscaping. A landscape includes plants, trees, shrubs, flowers and ornamentation. When considering a FieldTurf installation, it is advisable to view it as an adornment that is, itself, as much a "feature" of the landscape as anything else in it. It is not appropriate to view it as just a "filler space" replacement to grass. Careful, long term design considerations are important to the decision of the extent of its coverage.

FieldTurf prides itself on being the highest quality artificial grass in the market. Thoughtful and practical layout and design considerations, relative to the area to be covered, is important to the achievement of added beauty at the most minimal cost. 

Q. How long does it take to install FieldTurf?

Not long at all,........The typical residential or commercial landscaping installation can be accomplished in a few days and virtually all but the especially large or complex are completed in several days.     Golf and larger applications will take longer, and can be estimated early in the process.

Q. How long will FieldTurf last?

A long time,........The FieldTurf products and infill specifications have been time tested at installations that have been in existence for more than 15 years.    The product is warranted for 8 years.

Q. What about a child's safety of play?

It is improved,........What is absolutely certain, and a matter of common sense, is that FieldTurf presents a surface that is softer than many forms of natural earth and grass. Furthermore, FieldTurf is less abrasive and consistently free of the sharp stones and protruding objects typically rising to the surface in natural soils. The sliding soles of children's feet have virtually no wear and tear effect on the synthetic surface. Lastly, a child's play will never result in the staining and muddying in clothing or the potential of dangerous wood splinters that is so common to traditional play surfaces.

Q. How do I maintain FieldTurf after it is installed?

With ease,........The only maintenance recommendation is that FieldTurf be raked with a leaf rake or gone over with a stiff broom a few times a year. The purpose of raking is to stand-up the fibers and to reconstitute the infill, and to gather weeds, seeds, foliage and refuge typically deposited by winds and weather.

Q. What do I do about removing leaves and other dropped foliage?

It is of no concern,........Leaves can be blown off or raked up. Both processes actually improve upon the appearance of the FieldTurf. In fact, casual appearing leaves and dropped foliage help to promote a naturalness that is desirable.

Q. How does FieldTurf drain water in comparison to grass and earth?

The same or better,........ FieldTurf is manufactured with a patented drainage design involving channels of permeability over the entire surface of the backing other than that comprising the coated fiber rows. No other synthetic grass in the market possesses FieldTurf's porosity. The resultant effect is that any water landing upon the grass fiber surface has the capability of being absorbed by the ground at about the same rate as it would if a screen door was placed upon it.

Adding to the drainage capacity is the fact that the sub-base, sand and rubber infill will retain heavy rain down-pours for a more natural absorption rate by the ground beneath. Under the most extreme weather circumstances, FieldTurf will begin to surface drain, and, when doing so, the run-off is identical to that of natural grass.

Q. Can FieldTurf fade in color over time?

No,........FieldTurf is not a dyed fiber. It is homogeneous in its manufacture and will retain its color regardless of wear or climatic conditions. Over an extremely extended period of time, ultra-violet light will ultimately have a degradation effect but never a significant discoloration effect.

Q. Can FieldTurf be installed over asphalt or concrete?

Yes it can,........Such an installation requires either a gradual natural slope for surface drainage or a special underlayment for a sub-surface drainage system. The latter introduces some additional costs. The surface produced is just as natural looking as grass, but is substantially harder than installations on natural earth.

Q. Is there anything about a FieldTurf installation that may cause an allergic reaction or pose a health risk to adults, children or pets?

None at all,........The specified materials comprising FieldTurf and its in-fills are absolutely sterile, hypo-allergenic, non-toxic, non-carcinogen materials that are common to the everyday life of every person and animal on the planet. 
 

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Q. How do you clean it?

Liquids drain right through, droppings can be picked up as they would be with regular grass and/or washed off with a hose.

Q. Are the rubber granules used for infilled artificial turf safe for the environment?

Hundreds of studies have been completed to discover the truth about any potential risks of artificial turf. Government health ministries and environmental bodies around the world have commissioned extensive research. The results of a long-term study confirm that the rubber granules used in the construction of artificial turf fields pose absolutely no threat to the environment. Visit www.fieldturf.com/enviro for more information.

Q. Will dogs eat it? Will the dogs dig out the fibers?

Animals are not interested in the turf, and this has not been a problem with our pet owners, and commercial boarding facilities. And dogs can’t dig through it.

Q. Can it be installed indoors?

Yes, with appropriate drainage installed below the turf. We do not recommend heavy pet applications indoors without drainage ability.

Q. Does the sun negatively affect the turf fibers?

No, each “blade of grass” is a high-quality commercially used fiber that is loaded with strong UV protection.

 
Q. Will all the running and high usage eventually create an uneven surface?

Definitely not. FieldTurf was originally engineered for sports venues with a heavy amount of usage - if high school, college, and professional teams can trample all over it everyday not having to worry about deformations, your facility and your pets will have a safe and consistent surface to play on for many years to come.

 

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Q. Does your playground surface adhere to IPEMA, ASTM, and ADA standards?

FieldTurf Playground is designed to outperform IPEMA (International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association), ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), & ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards. FieldTurf’s FallSoft® technology incorporates a water permeable safety pad installed beneath the product to provide additional protection against falls from play equipment.

Q. Have you done any safety testing on your playground surface?

Research shows that falls to the surface contribute up to 80% of injuries to children on playgrounds. With something as valuable as children’s safety at stake, it makes perfect sense to outfit your playgrounds with the safest surface on the market – FieldTurf Playground. Specially engineered to absorb impact while providing an attractive, grass-like look and feel, FieldTurf Playground is the ideal surfacing solution for your outdoor play area. Scrapes and bruises have always been a part of growing up, but with FieldTurf Playground they don’t have to be.

Q. Are financing options available?

The safety of children is not something that should be compromised because of a lack of funds. However, limited budgets are a fact of life. Although up-front cost may be slightly discouraging, the immediate safety and long term financial benefits are well worth the investment. With our new financing plan, you don’t have to wait any longer to have the surface of your dreams. Make a small down payment, then pay the rest later! Ask your FieldTurf Playground representative about financing today!

Q. What about insects and bugs?

FieldTurf Playground creates an attractive environment which is insect-free and provides a uniform, consistently safe surface which is smooth and easy on the skin.