How To: Brush Up Artificial Grass

What is an artificial grass brush up?

Artificial grass is a durable surface that can be used outside in any climate, as long as it is cleaned regularly to remove dirt and debris. Brushing up artificial grass is part of the necessary maintenance to ensure your lawn is kept looking fresh for as long as possible. The frequency with which artificial grass will need brushing up varies. This is dependent on the type of lawn usage, frequency of usage and the type of grass installed.

Why does artificial grass need brushing up?

If your lawn sees heavy footfall for any extended period of time – perhaps you’ve had the family over for a BBQ or your children have been practicing their 5-a-side skills with friends – the pressure of this high footfall in combination with gravitational pull over time will cause the grass blades wilt towards a horizontal position. The purpose of brushing up the yarns is to return them to their upright position whilst simultaneously removing dirt and debris from the surface, keeping the fibres from lying flat.

Artificial grass which is neglected will not only have more build-up of dirt, but can end up damaged beyond repair if not maintained properly. This is especially true if you have dogs. The build-up of pet waste can cause harmful bacteria and toxic ammonia to ruin the grass, leaving behind an unpleasant smell that’s impossible to get rid of. Pet friendly artificial grass requires a more specific approach to maintenance. You can learn more about how to look after artificial grass if you have dogs here.

What do you use to brush up artificial grass?

Normal household brushes will not be the best for artificial grass. Their bristles are too flimsy to brush through the grass thoroughly. There are specially made brushes with stiff fibber bristles that can penetrate the fibres and remove dirt from deep within the blades. This type of brush is referred to as a turf brush or broom. It’s worth taking note of the material the brush’s bristles are made of. We’ve found that rubber bristled turf brooms are the least effective at clearing dirt and debris. The best brooms tend to have hard wearing plastic bristles or will be made from Arenga, a tough elastic palm fibre.

If you would rather invest in a more heavy-duty turf brush, there are both domestic and industrial mechanical brushes designed specifically for brushing up artificial grass. These vary greatly in price depending on the brand, mechanics and retailer, so we always recommend doing some research, choosing a reputable merchant and reading the reviews before purchasing.

How should you brush up artificial grass?

Once you’ve got your turf brush, the rest is straight forward! You’ll need to brush the entire lawn, making sure to brush against the grain of the yarns. (So you’re brushing away from the direction your grass has started to lay flat) We find many customers love brushing their grass as it reminds them of mowing the lawn, without being anywhere near as labour intensive. You can even get creative by brushing one way and then the other in straight alternate lines, to give a striped lawn effect.

Is there an alternative?

If all of this sounds like a bit too much like hard work, then don’t worry we’ve got you covered! We offer a premium maintenance service for both regular latex and K9 Turf pet friendly artificial grasses. It’s also worth noting that receipt of your bi-annual maintenance service for K9 Turf extends your warranty up to 18 years! You’ve already invested in your outdoor space, so we want to ensure that investment can be enjoyed by pets, friends and family alike for years to come!

We hope you find this guide on how to brush up artificial grass has given you a better understanding of how to maintain your artificial lawn. If you find you have any further questions please do not hesitate to get in touch and a member of our dedicated team will be more than happy to assist you.

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