Turf guides & advice
No-nonsense answers to the questions people actually ask before buying artificial turf in Australia.
Artificial Grass Around a Pool, What to Spec and Avoid
Specifying artificial grass around a pool means getting drainage, infill, pile height and the coping edge right. Here is what to choose and skip.
Read the guide →Artificial Grass Recycling in Australia, the Honest Reality
Most artificial grass in Australia ends up in landfill. Recycling capacity is small and aimed at sports fields, and lifespan is the part you control.
Read the guide →Artificial Grass vs Real Lawn: Honest Pros and Cons
Weighing up artificial grass vs real lawn in Australia? Compare upfront cost, 10-year running costs, heat, feel and resale honestly before you decide.
Read the guide →Artificial Turf for Balconies and Rooftops Explained
How to choose and lay artificial turf for balconies and rooftops, covering pile height, drainage and a renter-friendly install. Plan your space today.
Read the guide →Artificial Turf Maintenance: The Honest Care Guide
Artificial turf maintenance is low effort but regular. Weekly and monthly routines that keep synthetic grass upright for 15 years. See what your lawn needs.
Read the guide →Artificial Turf Pile Height Guide: 20mm vs 30mm vs 40mm
Compare 20mm, 30mm and 40mm artificial turf pile heights for look, feel, heat, price and upkeep, then pick the right one. See the full comparison here.
Read the guide →Best Artificial Grass for a Backyard Cricket Pitch or Net
Choosing artificial grass for a backyard cricket pitch or practice net comes down to pile height, a firm base and roll length. Here is how to spec it.
Read the guide →Best Artificial Grass for Dogs in Australia: Buyer's Guide
The best artificial grass for dogs in Australia: pile height, drainage and odour control explained, plus cleaning routines that work. Find your pet turf here.
Read the guide →Can You Get Artificial Turf Cut to Any Size in Australia?
Australian artificial turf ships in fixed cut lengths on a 3.71m wide roll. Learn how to pick a length that fits your yard, and what a part roll costs.
Read the guide →Can You Put Artificial Grass on Your Nature Strip
Nature strips are council land, and many Australian councils ban artificial turf there. Check your own council's verge rules before you buy or install.
Read the guide →Do You Need Council Approval for Artificial Grass in Australia
Council rules for artificial grass in Australia depend on where the turf goes. Backyards are usually simple, nature strips and heritage areas are not.
Read the guide →Does Artificial Grass Get Hot Enough to Burn Bare Feet?
Real Australian data shows artificial turf reaching 70-100°C and causing genuine burns. See what drives the heat and how to manage the risk safely.
Read the guide →How Much Does Artificial Turf Cost in Australia? (2026)
Real artificial turf costs in Australia: supply prices by pile height, DIY vs professional installation, and the hidden extras. See what your yard will cost.
Read the guide →How to Lay Artificial Grass Around a Hills Hoist Clothesline
Laying artificial grass around a Hills Hoist comes down to the concrete socket, so the turf sits level with the collar and cuts in tight. Read our full guide.
Read the guide →How to Lay Artificial Turf on Soil: DIY Step-by-Step Guide
A full DIY guide on how to lay artificial turf on soil: base prep, joins, pinning and sand infill, with honest Australian costs. Plan your new lawn today.
Read the guide →How to Measure Your Yard for Artificial Turf (Step by Step)
Learn how to measure your yard for artificial turf: rectangles, L-shapes and curves, plus waste allowance and roll widths. Pick a length and get an instant price.
Read the guide →How to Remove Dog Urine Smell From Artificial Grass for Good
Dog urine smell in artificial grass, solved: how enzyme cleaners work, why bleach backfires, and what to check when the smell keeps coming back.
Read the guide →Is Artificial Grass Bad for the Environment? An Honest Look
An honest look at artificial grass and the environment: microplastics, runoff, recycling and end of life, plus how to choose turf with a lighter footprint.
Read the guide →Reopening Your Pool for Summer, Turf Deck Checklist
Reopening the pool this spring? A turf deck needs its own checklist: barrier clearance, drainage, pile lift and heat. Work through it before the first swim.
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