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How to Test and Maintain Astro Turf

Astro Turf

If you have installed Astro Turf for your fish pond, you have probably wondered how to properly maintain and test it. There are several things to remember, including the importance of adhesion and cleaning. Keeping your fish healthy is key, so make sure you read these maintenance tips before you begin fishing on your Astro Turf. Here’s some basic advice. If you don’t do these things, you’ll end up tearing your Astro Turf and losing precious time.

Artificial grass carpets

The best way to know whether an Astro Turf rug or carpet is durable is to measure the face weight. Generally, you can find turf rugs in the forty to ninety-ounce range. The benefits of turf rugs are that they are low-maintenance and durable, making them ideal for indoor and outdoor use. In addition to playrooms, sunrooms, and rec rooms, turf rugs are also suitable for commercial environments.

Quality is essential in turf systems. The yarn used in artificial turf is of high quality and the backing is made from polyester tire cord. AstroTurf Incorporated carries out numerous quality checks throughout the manufacturing process, including 19 on raw materials, eight on the extrusion stage, and fourteen on the finished product. After installation, the completed artificial turf is generally recycled. Worn out artificial turf is disposed of at landfill sites.

Testing of artificial turf

The testing of artificial turf fields typically follows ASTM Standard F355-A and ASTM Specification F1936. Both standards regulate impact attenuation testing of playing surfaces and set out basic reporting requirements. Specification F1936 prescribes the procedures for testing the impact absorption capabilities of turf playing systems and includes suggested test points for sport-specific field configurations. It also specifies a multi-sport field protocol. Despite these differences, many local school systems continue to use artificial turf.

Premier Grass also conducted limited sampling of other artificial turf fields. The tests revealed high levels of lead in some of the fibers and raised concerns about the potential dangers to public health. The Premier Grass test results only covered a small sample of athletic fields, so the findings should be interpreted with caution. If you are unsure of the results, contact your state environmental health department to get recommendations for testing artificial turf.

Maintenance of artificial turf

When it comes to maintaining your Astro Turf, there are a few things you need to know. For starters, it’s important to prevent accidental spills. While water is a great cleaning solution, if a spill is particularly stubborn, try using half-and-half vinegar and water. Never use abrasive cleaning solutions, as they can damage the turf. Instead, use a mild soap and water solution to remove the spill. a little effort can go a long way to preserving your artificial turf.

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