Artificial grass, done right, can give you back your beautiful lawn without the hassle. No watering, no mowing,
no fading, no edging, no fertilizing, no chemicals, no pet damage, no pests, no allergies and no muddy paw
prints... and a lower overall cost too.
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.
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.
Can I be provided a "Sample" of FIELDturf?
Yes...but it is probably not necessary. FIELDturf is not a carpet. Appreciation of the quality of it's
manufacturing, the superiority of it's performance and its unequaled natural appearance can best be
achieved when viewing it in the installed form. Please ask us where you can go see a FIELDturf installation
today.
Can FIELDturf be purchased by the property owner as an "INSTALL IT YOURSELF" product?
No and it is not advised. The skills required are taught, learned and perfected, over time, by FIELDturf’s
licensed DEALERS. They possess the facilities, equipment and manpower necessary to perform the tasks in
the most efficient and proficient manners dictated. "Do-it- yourselfers" will find the installation procedures
tedious and the required material and equipment logistics difficult to arrange for and provide.
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.
What if I want to plant trees and shrubs or construct other landscape improvements after the
installation?
Do it yourself or call the installer. Cutting out and removing the FIELDturf to accommodate new plantings is
very easily accomplished by anyone. Re-edging of the cut areas can also be accomplished by anyone and
in many different and obvious ways. Speaking with your installer regarding this potential at the time of the
original installation should relieve any concerns. A later consultation is always welcomed, but, is not a
necessity.
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.
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.
Can I put swing sets and other child play equipment on FIELDturf?
Our warranties specifically exclude the installation of play equipment on FIELDturf.
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.
How are dogs and cats likely to react to FIELDturf?
With indifference. Dogs could care less and will generally conduct their business as always. Cats seem to
gravitate to bordering planting beds. Nevertheless and regardless of a pet's preferences, their business is
and can be more easily removed and washed away on FIELDturf than it can on grass with no harm or effect
on the synthetic fibers. Such cannot be said of grass.
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.
Will weeds grow?
Most likely. The sand and rubber infill of FIELDturf will provide a hydroponics environment in which wind
blown seeds can and will take root. The FIELDturf backing material, however, provides a strong barrier that
dramatically inhibits root growth to the underlying stone and soils. What this means is that weeds are easily
plucked or can even be removed by a leaf rake that actually benefits and improves upon the installation. If
you wish, you can use a soil sterilant that can be purchased at your local garden center. Applied to the turf
without harm, they will help prevent anything from growing for up to a full year.
What about insects?
Not an issue. Initially, surface insects are eliminated entirely. Over time and with the introduction of
precipitation and wind-borne minerals and nutrients, the infill can support and sustain insect life. Neither the
infill nor the synthetic grass themselves are, however, conducive to infestation at any level comparable to
grass.
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.
What happens when it rains?
FIELDturf gets wet. What is interesting is that FIELDturf will dry in about the same or slightly less amount of
time as grass and, as it dries naturally, there does not exist the underlying inconvenience of muddy soils.
Are there any sub-surface drainage requirements for FIELDturf?
FIELDturf prides itself on a manufacturing and installation system that is superior to all others. The
percolation and surface runoff characteristics of that system actually meets or exceeds the performance of
natural grass and soils under even severe storm conditions. Depending upon the size of the installation,
some sub-surface drainage may be installed. Most residential applications do not require added drainage.
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.
Are there any local permits or approvals required prior to installation?
Typically, there are none. In very rare instances there have been a few localities that have raised some
attention. They generally do so as a result of misinformation or disinformation. Their attention generally
relates solely to those installations involving sub-surface drainage controls which do not pertain to a
FIELDturf installation. In any event, your authorized installer can respond to any specific questions in this
regard.
What do I do when underground utilities need to be accessed by myself or municipal and utility
company authorities?
No big deal. About the same if not less of a problem than with grass. Simply cut the FIELDturf and roll it back
from the area to be excavated. When completed with the operation, compact the soils, move the carpet back
over the area and rake the infills into place. You may wish to contact your authorized FIELDturf installer for
assistance or guidance regarding the procedures.
What effect will the installation have on the value of my property?
Such is a matter of opinion. Most people tend to view "limited maintenance" as an enhancement to value or,
at least, an inducement to property resale ability.
Does FIELDturf possess any Federal, State or other Jurisdictional "approvals" or "designations"
relating to it's installation or use?
This question should be addressed with the local community within which it is being installed.
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. The warranty covers fading of the product as
well.
What do I do if FIELDturf is vandalized?
File a claim under your property insurance. You can expect standard deductibles to be applicable. Most
vandal circumstances can be corrected by the property owner. In severe circumstances, a call to your
installer is advised.
Do I need to contact my insurance company regarding my installation?
It is recommended. Most home and business owners' standard perils property insurance will automatically
provide for coverage of synthetic grass under the provisions that apply to decks, barbecues, patios, outdoor
furnishings in place, and, other sorts of personal property. Most interesting is that grass and other living
ground cover is not insured in standard policies.
How does FIELDturf feel to bare feet?
Soft and pretty much exactly like grass except that the infill and ground beneath provides for a more
cushioned step. The surface temperature may be slightly higher than natural grass.
Can the sand & rubber infill be tracked and transported by shoes or clothing?
Yes, slightly, but not to any level of appreciable notice! The infill might be particularly transported on the
soles of feet after a rain, but, not to any more degree than is common dirt or cut grass clippings transported
when wet. More relevant is that the infill is clean, non-staining, non-toxic and easily swept or vacuumed.
Can the sand & rubber infill be blown around by the wind?
Not really, except that a hurricane or tornado may cause some displacement! Within a short amount of time
and with the occurrence of weather and dusts, the infill actually compact and consolidate to a desirable
surface density. This density is only marginally less solid than common soils while, nevertheless, maintaining
a greater and more suitable porosity.
Will FIELDturf freeze, or the surface become especially icy under cold temperatures?
Not any more so than grass. FIELDturf and its infill system is slower to freeze, faster to thaw and is not
materially harmed in any way as a result of temperature. It even acts as a blanket to the frost conditions of
the soils beneath it.
Under winter snow cover, does FIELDturf appear particularly unnatural or especially artificial?
Absolutely not. Although the perfection of color and quality may be inexplicable, it is not overly dramatic and
generally goes unnoticed by most casual observers.
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.
What about Gophers? Rabbits?
Say goodbye to pesky critters! FIELDturf will eliminate any troubles you have with rabbits and gophers.
Rabbits will no longer ruin your lawn by eating your grass and gophers cannot come up through the turf.
What concern do I need to have for dropped cigarettes or surface fire in general?
Virtually none. FIELDturf does not burn, and the rubber consistency of its sand and rubber infill is not dense
enough to sustain a fire. A lit cigarette, may, in extremely dry circumstances, cause immediately touching
fibers to bend or distort but not to any degree that is noticeable. Accelerates, such as gasoline, will cause
harm to the immediate area to about the same degree as would occur on natural grass. Fire is not a good
thing under any circumstances, but the installation itself poses no appreciably added need for concern.
Is there anything about an 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 infill are absolutely sterile, hypo-allergenic
and non-toxic materials that are common to the everyday life of every person and animal on the planet.
If you have any further questions, or are ready for a free estimate, please call us. We can be reached at
either 941-373-0231 or toll free at 1-800-445-2944. We look forward to the opportunity of providing such an
incredible amenity for your property and for your dogs!
