Artificial Turf Care Guide
Southern Utah
One of the biggest benefits of artificial turf is how little maintenance it needs. But 'low maintenance' doesn't mean 'no maintenance.' Here's everything you need to keep your turf looking perfect for 15+ years.
Keeping Your Turf
Looking Perfect
Most care tasks take 10–15 minutes and only need to happen occasionally.
Rinse Monthly
A light rinse with a garden hose removes dust, pollen, and pet residue. In Southern Utah's dusty environment, monthly rinsing keeps turf looking fresh and smelling clean.
Brush High-Traffic Areas
Use a stiff-bristle brush or power broom on heavily used areas. This restores flattened fibers to their upright position and keeps turf looking full and lush.
Remove Debris Promptly
Leaves, twigs, and debris should be cleared with a leaf blower or rake. Organic material left on turf can trap moisture and eventually affect the infill and backing.
Clean Pet Areas
Solid waste: remove and rinse. Urine: rinse with water and optionally treat with an enzyme-based pet deodorizer. Turf drains quickly, so odors are minimal with regular rinsing.
Check Seams Annually
Once a year, walk the perimeter and inspect seams and edges. Any lifting should be addressed promptly — usually a simple repair — before it becomes a larger issue.
Annual Infill Top-Up
In high-traffic areas, infill migrates over time. An annual top-up of sand infill restores proper fiber support and turf performance in about 20 minutes.
Things That Can
Damage Your Turf
Never place grills, fire pits, or open flames directly on turf. Heat melts fibers permanently. Use a grill pad or hardscape base nearby instead.
Avoid dragging sharp objects across turf. Heavy equipment with metal tracks can damage the backing. Wheeled equipment is generally fine.
Avoid bleach, solvents, or petroleum-based products. Mild dish soap diluted in water is safe; concentrated chemicals can degrade fibers or backing.
Use plastic or rubber-tipped rakes and brushes only. Metal tines can catch and pull fibers out of the backing, causing permanent damage.
Southern Utah
Seasonal Care
☀️ Summer
Rinse monthly to remove dust. Hose down before kids or pets play in peak afternoon heat. Remove debris from monsoon storms promptly.
🍂 Fall
Blow or rake leaves regularly. Good time for an infill top-up. Check seams and edges before winter.
❄️ Winter
Turf handles cold and frost well. Sweep light snow off — don't use metal shovels. Avoid de-icing chemicals near infill.
🌸 Spring
Check seams and edges after winter. Brush high-traffic areas to restore fiber position. Thorough rinse after the dusty desert winter.
Common Questions
In Southern Utah's dusty environment, a monthly rinse is ideal. Pet areas should be rinsed weekly. High-pollen periods in spring may warrant more frequent rinsing. General rule: if it looks dusty or smells off, rinse it.
A low-pressure setting is fine for rinsing. Avoid high-pressure settings that could dislodge infill or force debris deeper into the turf backing. A standard garden hose with a spray nozzle is ideal for routine maintenance.
Rinse the area thoroughly with water, then apply an enzyme-based pet deodorizer specifically formulated for artificial turf (available at most pet or home improvement stores). Regular rinsing prevents odor buildup. ZeroScape uses infill systems that naturally resist pet odor when properly maintained.
With regular basic maintenance, quality artificial turf lasts 15–20 years. ZeroScape installs only desert-rated products backed by a 15-year written warranty. Proper infill maintenance and prompt seam repair are the two biggest factors in extending turf life.
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