What Can You Do To Prevent Pet Odors on Your Artificial Turf?
Pets bring joy and laughter to any home. However, they also often bring bad smells and messes. As much as you love your furry friend, there’s no denying that they make it difficult to maintain a fresh, perfectly green lawn year-round.
With artificial grass disinfectants and regular turf cleaning services, however, you can keep your backyard smelling great no matter how big your four-legged family is. Here are just a few simple ways that you can prevent pet odors on your artificial turf.
Ensure Proper Drainage
One of the most important factors in preventing pet odors on your artificial turf is proper drainage. When your synthetic grass was installed, it will have been installed with a drainage system that allows water to drain at a rate of over 30 inches per hour per square yard. This means that any liquids, including pet urine, should efficiently flush through the drainage holes and away from your property.
However, the turf’s drainage system can become clogged with dirt, debris, or solid pet waste if not properly maintained. If your turf doesn’t drain properly, pet urine will sit on the surface of your lawn, encouraging bacteria growth and developing foul odors. To prevent odor development, make sure that you’re maintaining your lawn regularly to avoid buildup that impedes drainage. Regularly hose down your artificial grass to flush away any of this debris, or call a synthetic grass maintenance service to inspect and clear away your drainage system for you.
Use the Right Infill
Infill is the material that is placed between the turf blades to add stability, durability, and cushioning to your artificial turf. However, certain types of infill can also help absorb moisture and prevent any pet odors.
If you have pets running around your property, it’s a good idea to opt for an antimicrobial infill that will prevent bacteria growth and neutralize pet odors. TurFresh’s TurFill infill, for example, completely neutralizes pet odors by breaking down the ammonia and proteins in urine, eliminating the smell at the source rather than simply masking it. It’s all-natural, safe for kids and pets, and stays cooler than other infills, so your lawn will be more enjoyable and more sanitary.
If your synthetic turf was installed with any other type of infill, don’t worry — you can replace your infill at any time and make the switch to TurFill, or you can top up your existing infill with TurFill during your regular synthetic grass maintenance service.
Find a Good Turf Deodorizer
While proper drainage and choosing the right infill are essential steps in preventing pet odors, sometimes you may still need a little extra help in keeping your artificial turf smelling fresh. That’s where a good turf deodorizer comes in.
Turf deodorizers are specially formulated to eliminate unwanted odors without causing any harm to your synthetic grass, pets, or the environment. When choosing a turf disinfectant or turf deodorizer, make sure you choose one that specifically targets pet odors, such as TurFresh BioS+ or TurFresh BioX. Look for turf deodorizers that are designed to neutralize and break down the compounds found in pet urine, such as ammonia. These compounds are the main culprits for pet odors and can take considerable effort to eliminate if you don’t choose the right products.
Invest in Routine Turf Cleaning Services
If you don’t have the spare time to dedicate to artificial grass maintenance, investing in a scheduled artificial grass maintenance service is a hassle-free way to have pristine landscaping year-round.
TurFresh’s TurfClean turf maintenance service can be tailored to pet-friendly homes and businesses of all sizes. Our comprehensive 10-point process includes removing weeds, cross-brushing the turf, topping up infill, restoring drainage, and eliminating odors. Whether you need us once a week or twice a year, our detailed inspections and incredibly effective products will leave you with a sparkling clean and odor-free artificial grass lawn every time.
If you’re a pet owner looking for the easiest and most effective ways to take care of your synthetic grass, look no further than TurFresh. We’re a leading synthetic turf maintenance provider with customizable service options for homes and businesses, as well as a comprehensive selection of proprietary turf cleaning products available on our online store. To find out more or to schedule a cleaning, give us a call today at 855-444-8873 or contact us online.