One of the most common questions we receive at Lawn Kings is, “How can I clean the turf if I share it with my pets?” The answer? It’s simple. Artificial turf has different characteristics than that of a living lawn. So while cleaning up after your dog does require a little more effort than real grass, it’s usually as simple as a quick rinse of the turf with an environmentally friendly cleaner.
WHEN SHOULD I WASH MY TURF?
It is recommended to wash/clean your turf appropriately for the size of your yard. The frequency of cleaning depends on the number of dogs that are sharing the space; also their size. It is recommended that if a dog urinates/soils a space of 600 square feet evenly throughout the yard, it should be rinsed down once every three weeks. This is the recommended frequency for a dog that is 60 pounds or less.
Two dogs of this size in a similarly sized area might require rinsing of the turf more frequently: Approximately every week and a half.
It is not recommended to rinse the turf more than once every (4) days. This is important because the sub-base needs ample time to dry. The Zeolite crystals also need a chance to adsorb oxygen between cleanings. Zeolite crystals will only prevent odors if they are dry and not already full of liquid, such as urine.
