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Sun and Synthetic Turf

Matt Gordon • December 28, 2022

Synthetic grass is has become increasingly popular in the last 5 years due to many factors. At the top of the list is removing lawn maintenance from the seemingly never-ending list of chores for home owners and renters alike. Weeds cannot grow through synthetic turf, it is durable, long lasting and technology has made the product more realistic looking than ever.


Taking all of these considerations into play, one of the more common questions we still receive is, does sun bleach synthetic turf? Is there such thing as fade resistant turf? Read on to answer this common question.


What Is Synthetic Turf Made Of?


The materials used to construct artificial grass have come leaps and bounds in the last decade. They are made with highly durable and damage resistant materials such as polyethylene (PE). There are grades of polymer used in construction and the most common is C4 but some manufacturers use C8, which makes the product stronger and more durable. The purpose of this upgrade is to create longer lasting yarns, which is the grass like fibers.


Direct Sunlight = No Problem


With this upgrade in materials in the last decade, the construction of synthetic turf has directly led to a much better product. This is important as we are all too familiar with the power of the UV rays here in Queensland. The evidence of this lies within our curtains, flooring and furnishings that sit in sunlight and suffer fading over the years as a result. The benefits of artificial turf are plenty.


While most lawns have about 1/3 of their synthetic turf in shade due to nearby homes, sheds, trees or trampolines, our Brisbane sunshine still beats down nearly 12 months of the year on the remaining lawn. Direct sunlight on synthetic lawns is no longer a problem due to its fade resistance.


Fade Resistant Turf


Polyethylene, nylon, and polyurethane are commonly found in synthetic turf and are extremely resistance to fading and stains. The durability of this product extends to tearing, frying, ripping and puncturing. This makes it ideal for high foot traffic areas that are also in direct sunlight and under high heat for long periods of time. Not only that, but artificial turf is resistant to weeds. It is an all-round winner in our eyes, especially for those of us lucky to call Brisbane home.


If for some reason your artificial turf does show signs of fading, your warranty will likely cover it if your fading is greater than a 1-2% change in colour within the appropriate time frame.


Artificial Turf and Staining


If your Brisbane artificial turf is near trees that drop leaves or if your pets migrate to your lush grass to relieve themselves, you might be concerned about staining. If your turf is starting to discolour or stain, it is likely from your pets waste or possibly from leaves left on the surface for too long. This is why we suggest a regular rinsing of your turf to rinse away any leftover pet waste. It is also important that you rake your lawn regularly to keep it free of debris that can breakdown and stain your beautiful synthetic turf. For how to look after your artificial turf, read here.


If staining does occur, there is a product that can be sprayed to your artificial turf to freshen up that lush green colour if so desired. However, it is easiest to avoid this scenario by reading through your warranty and guarantee thoroughly and follow the instructions to keep your grass looking perfect for many years to come.


If you’re researching articifical turf for your Brisbane lawn, Impressive Turf is here to help. Get in touch with our friendly team members to walk you through the process and to find the best artificial grass for your needs.


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