A: No. Our fibers have a UV protection coating and can withstand the damaging affects of the sun, heat, wind, snow, and ice. We have synthetic putting greens that were installed  in 1987 with no visible signs of fading. Technically, the color will fade two Pantone colors over a ten-year period, but it's really not discernable by eye.

A: The turf comes with a limited 8-year warranty; actual life expectancy is 15-25 years.

A: An occasional brooming is recommended but not necessary. This will stand the fibers up and even out the in-fill material. Debris like leaves and twigs can be easily removed with a leaf blower. As long as the leaf blower nozzle is not placed too close to the turf, the sand and rubber will stay in place while the debris is blown away.

A: The drainage is off the top unless you desire the water to drain underneath the turf. If you want the water to drain below the turf, just be specific when ordering that you want the perforated backing. We also have a drainage blanket product available for complete lateral drainage underneath the turf.

A: Yes, we have Do-It-Yourself kits available with step-by-step instructions. It's really not difficult. You purchase the sand, and we send the rest. The kit comes with the turf, rubber crumb, seam tape, border stakes and an installation broom.

A. No. We even sell this material strictly for dog runs. Urine is not a problem as it absorbs into the sand and rubber and eventually evaporates. Other messes clean up the same as natural grass, using a pooper scooper or shovel. You may also spray the soiled area with a hose then simply brush the turf  back into place.