If you are looking for a low-maintenance golf green that requires no watering or mowing, then synthetic putting greens just might be the answer. As an artificial turf installer in Santa Rosa, however, we get a lot of questions about how to maintain one.
Short answer? Caring for a synthetic putting green is easier and cheaper than you may think!
What You’ll Need:
In order to maintain a putting green, you will need the following items:
- A hose with nozzle or access to a water source
- Blower/Vacuum (recommended but not always necessary)
- A rake
- A broom
- A brush with plastic bristles (never use metal, since this can damage synthetic turf!)
- Time and patience (but don’t worry, you won’t need a lot of either, since it’s so easy to care for a putting green!
How often should you maintain synthetic putting greens?
The frequency of maintenance will depend on how often you play, the climate in which you live and your desired level of upkeep. We do recommend checking the condition of your putting green every couple of months (or more often if you play a lot) so you can catch potential issues ASAP.
But in general, maintaining your putting green two to three times a year is fine!
How to Care for Your Synthetic Putting Green
A backyard putting green is a great way to entertain guests and spend time with family. It’s even better for golf practice— you can add challenging features like bunkers and fringes!
However, in order for your artificial grass putting green to last as long as possible, it’s important that you take proper care of the surface by following these tips:
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Remove Debris from the Surface of Your Putting Green
First, you’ll want to sweep up any debris, such as leaves or small rocks on top of your putting green. Then use a leaf blower and blow the grass fibers in one direction until all dirt has been removed. After that, brush the surface to get the smaller debris out of the fibers.
A good way to brush the grass is by using an old broom, but you can also use stiff-bristled brushes made for artificial turf as well. Use long sweeping strokes to remove any debris that may be stuck in between your synthetic grass blades on the putting green surface area and make sure not to sweep from side to side.
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Hose Down Your Backyard Putting Green
You can use a hose with pressurized water to spray off dirt or debris that may be stuck on your putting green. Make sure not to point the nozzle at too sharp of an angle so as not to damage any artificial grass fibers.
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Remove Weeds from Your Putting Green
You may also need to remove weeds and grass that are growing up through your putting green surface. While artificial grass will prevent most weeds from sprouting on your green, it’s still possible to get through. In that case, just pull them up or apply a weed killer if you wish.
How to Remove Stains from Artificial Grass in Santa Rosa, CA
A backyard putting green will naturally become dirty over time. If you use the space for entertaining, then stains and spills are inevitable as well.
The best way to remove stains is by using a mild soap, which should be applied with a soft brush and then hosed off the surface of the synthetic grass. You can also use commercial cleaning products, but always test them on a small patch of grass before applying them to the entire putting green.
If you get any oil stains on your putting green surface area, then you will have to use a degreaser and use the same process of soaping down the synthetic grass fibers.
For other types of stains such as red wine or coffee, use dish soap to remove them. If there is still residue left behind after cleaning, make sure to brush them away using a stiff bristle brush, just like when you’re removing any dirt or dust from the surface.
Not sure if a cleaning product is appropriate to use on synthetic turf? Contact our artificial grass installer in Santa Rosa and we’ll be happy to confirm it for you.
The Right Way to Brush Your Backyard Putting Green
When brushing your synthetic grass putting green, you should always use a soft bristle brush with nylon bristles. Again, never use metal tools because this can damage the turf!
Brush against the grain, so that you don’t damage the fibers and cause them to fray. Be sure not to push too hard on the surface of the grass.
Your Dream Putting Green is One Call Away!
Synthetic putting greens are a fantastic investment for your home and yard. They stay beautiful for up to 20 years or more, provide an awesome surface for practicing putts and chips and don’t require you to water or mow the grass, which also helps you save money in the long run!
With the help of an experienced artificial turf installer in Santa Rosa, they can also be installed in virtually any space and provide hours of fun with friends and family.
Sounds great so far? Give Santa Rosa Artificial Grass a call today at 408-723-4954 or send us a message so we can discuss what type of putting green would work best for your needs. You can also ask us any question you want, so we can help you explore your options. We look forward to hearing from you!
