Practice Makes Perfect

Hi Tech Turf have installed the latest, state of the art, nylon non sand infill artificial grass putting green for a budding young golfer in Stoke.

A young golfer with ambitions of becoming a professional has had the very best training aid installed in his back garden so he can practice his training drills from the comfort of his own home.

His father Mark had researched various companies on the internet and collected artificial grass sample material before choosing to use ourselves.

Mark explains "we had various companies come to assess the area but as soon as I met Hi-Tech Turf I had no hesitation in using them for the project. They had extensive knowledge of the golf industry, the most superior product and were well within my budget. From start to finish, from the planning to clean up they were highly professional and did an outstanding job.

My son can now work on his practice drills at home instead of having to travel to the golf course.

I have had no hesitation recommending the company, I have had lots of positive comments from my friends and have already got further orders for Hi-Tech Turf in the Stoke area."

Another satisfied customer!!

Artificial Grass Pitches could be back in favour at some Football League Clubs

Some football league clubs have announced that they would consider playing on an artificial grass pitch again. Two clubs in particular have voiced their interest at the prospect, Wycombe and Accrington.

Artificial pitches were banned by the Football League in 1988, this was due to the view that they created too much bounce preventing good football being played and more importantly they were thought to increase the risk of injury. Clubs that were playing on artificial surfaces in the 80's included Preston North End, Oldham Athletic and QPR.

Technology in artificial grass has come a long way since the late 80's and artificial grass pitches are now manufactured from polyethylene rather than nylon, this has meant that these new turfs have been approved by FIFA and UEFA.

Not only could the re-introduction of the artificial pitch improve the field of play for some clubs but it could also improve their revenue stream. The surfaces wouldn't succumb to the weather in the winter months preventing postponements, there would be more scope for event usage e.g. concerts and they could even be rented out to the local community.

Even though we are some way off the return of the artificial pitch in the Football League,  as it would have to be voted back in by all clubs, it is testament to the improvements in artificial grass that it is even up for discussion today.

Brighten up the end of Summer blues with a Sensational artificial grass offer

So September has arrived and right on cue the weather has become very Autumnal. Although Summer definitely wasn't a scorcher it is certainly behind us.

There is still time to brighten up your garden though as artificial grass is a year round product which looks great even when the days are dreary and grey. Our special summer turf HT Sensation is now on offer for the great price of £17.50 per square metre including VAT and delivery. This is a great saving so snap it up before it's gone and get your garden in tip top shape ready for next Summer.

To find our more about HT Sensation visit our website http://www.hitechturf.co.uk

Brand new artificial grass for summer

HT Sensation

So far this year summer hasn't really been sunny or hot and more wet and miserable but lets keep our fingers crossed that this is going to change over the next couple of months, we do have something to brighten up the garden though even if the weather doesn't change. HT Sensation is a new artificial grass product that has just come into stock, stocks on this product are limited so once it's gone it's gone so you'll need to grab it while you can. At £21 per square metre delivered it is an affordable product with high end aesthetics. Don't delay and request your sample today from http://www.hitechturf.co.uk

Artificial Grass Pitch Installation

Here are the photos from our latest artificial grass pitch installation. The pitch was installed with Evolution 18mm turf and is a multi-use sports pitch and will be used for junior football and hockey amongst other sports.

Maintaining your Artificial Grass Lawn

Tools required for the job: hard brush, soft, rake, leaf blower/garden vac, herbiside spray.

Artificial grass is a much lower maintenance solution for your garden than a real lawn, whatever the weather it is never going to look, tired, warn or dry. By maintaining your lawn on a fairly regular basis you will get the maximum life expectancy from your lawn and the maximum value for money.

The amount of maintenance you choose to carry out will depend on the type of turf you've opted for and the amount of use your lawn gets.

It is very important to clear any debris off your lawn such as leaves. Also weed seeds can be dropped on the lawn from birds or overhanging trees. If you have a sand dressed lawn which isn't maintained regularly you may find weed seed takes root in the sand, these weeds can be easily pulled up but maintenance would prevent this from happening in the first place. Also, any leaves that are left on the lawn will begin to break down and create perfect conditions for moss growth. Again removal of the leaves with a blower or vacuum will prevent this from happening.

In general we recommend your lawn is brushed once a week with a stiff brush, brushing against the pile. On areas of heavy use this will just bring the pile back up if it has flattened out slightly. On high use areas a sand in-fill even in the products that don't necessarily require it will mean the pile stands up for longer. We recommend that sand is topped up as and when required but at least once a year.

It is also recommended to treat the lawn with a moss control product once a year.

For dog owners there may be a little extra maintenance in removal of mess. Any urine will drain away in the same way as rainwater but unlike on a real lawn it will not stain the grass as it passes through. Dog mess can be lifted easily off the grass and any troublesome areas can be hosed off. If required disinfectant can be used.

As a final tip if you are painting a fence or the house and the lawn is nearby it is best to cover the lawned area to prevent any spillage's onto the grass.

No More Muddy Paws - Artificial Grass Lawn for your Dog

Last week we had a large number of calls from dog owners considering replacing their lawn with artificial grass. This is something that we get asked about often! There are a few reasons why dog owners see artificial grass as an ideal alternative to their real lawn. If you are a dog owner yourself no doubt you will be able to relate to most of these:

1. Muddy paws walking back into the house! 

With the combination of the ever changeable weather here in the UK and a playful dog running around your lawn it is inevitable that muddy paw prints will end up being walked back into the house. With an artificial lawn installation there will be no more muddy paws. No matter what the weather your dog can play outside without the worry of the mess you'll have to clear up afterwards.

2. Staining and Odour

A lot of dog owners ring us because they have an issue with staining on their real grass, once an area is stained it will take a lot of hard work to get it back into shape. The artificial turf will not stain and the grass is permeable so any urine will drain away freely just the same as rainwater. Any dog mess can be scooped off the lawn and the lawn can be hosed every now and again to get rid of any stubborn mess. There will be no risk of odour either as everything drains away. The area could even be disinfected if required and this would not damage the surface in any way.

3. Damaged and worn patches of lawn

If you have a boisterous dog playing on your lawn on a regular basis you will find yourself with worn patches where the grass struggles to re-grow and it will also be highly likely that your dog will try to dig up areas of your lawn. Our artificial grasses are so hard wearing that they can withstand constant play. Not only do you benefit from this but you also have a lush, green lawn all year round whatever the weather and however much punishment it has taken. You will also find that your dog won't attempt to dig areas of the artificial grass lawn up.

In conclusion, you will find that an artificial grass lawn is a perfect solution for your lawn as a dog owner. It is also perfect for kennel owners who struggle to maintain an exercise area for the dogs in their care. All our turfs are non-toxic, UK manufactured and suitable for pets and there is something to suit everybody's budget. For more information please visit www.hitechturf.co.uk