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  • The Origins of Blue Turf

    Gene Bleymaier had a problem in 1986. As Boise State’s athletic director, he knew the university needed something distinctive, some way to punch above its weight class in crowded college football. The school was already planning to install artificial turf at Albertsons Stadium. Standard green would work fine. But Bleymaier asked a different question: why…

  • What is Blue Turf and Why is it Popular

    Walk into Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho, and the first thing anyone notices isn’t the scoreboard or the crowd. It’s the field itself, a brilliant, almost shocking shade of blue that looks like someone colored outside the lines of traditional sports design. Blue turf started as Boise State’s quirky branding experiment in the 1980s. Now it’s…

  • Cover the Area with Artificial Grass

    You made it! The final step involves covering the area with the roll of artificial grass purchased. Once again, be careful … Rolls of artificial grass can be extremely heavy. Start by securing one end of the roll to the frame you created. This makes it easier to stretch the synthetic grass into place (much…

  • Create A Framework for Your Yard

    This may or may not be a step you need to to take depending on the nature of your installation. To create a framework, dig a small outline around the area’s perimeter and fit thin planks of wood into place. The top portion of the wood should be level with the rest of your landscape.…

  • Remove the Existing Surface Material

    Get your hard hat … You may need a few tools for this step unless you plan to install turf over your existing concrete. If you’re removing natural grass, consider using a sod cutter. cut your lawn into strips. Once you’ve cut your strips, you can roll back and remove the grass with ease. This…

  • Here’s How to Install Artificial Grass In 10 Steps

    We’re not going to mislead you … Installing artificial grass is a pretty big project. With that said, even the mildly handy homeowner can accomplish the task. So, whether you’re planning to install artificial grass in the yard or at your business facility, we’re confident you’ll be able to do it following these ten steps. Save…

  • How to Install Artificial Grass

    Thinking about installing artificial grass? Great! Artificial grass is one of the best low-maintenance surface covers you can buy. It’s great for playgrounds, pet areas, batting cages, and beyond. And you can save a lot of money if you decide to go with turf that’s been previously used and recycled. There’s just one problem … You…

  • the artificial grass won’t need any extra maintenance

    Sprinkler System Because manually watering your lawn can be a time-consuming task, many people opt to use a sprinkler system when they want to keep their grass green in dry weather. Standard sprinklers will waste water if you leave them on all day, but you might not have time to monitor it at all times.…

  • How to Care for Your Lawn During a Drought

    When people come to your house, your lawn is the first thing that they will notice. Healthy grass will appear vibrant and green, and it will create a welcoming and relaxing environment, but as every homeowner knows, keeping your grass in great shape is not always easy. In fact, many people spend a lot of…

  • Lay the Artificial Turf

    Now comes the most enjoyable part of the whole task. This is when you get to lay the new grass and see how it all looks fitted in place. Be sure to push the grass into the corners snugly to get the perfect fit without any gaps. You should then nail it into place using nails…

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