http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog Your Resource Into the Synthetic Grass World. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:40:53 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2012/01/31/durafill-a-testament-to-the-best-in-modern-infill/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2012/01/31/durafill-a-testament-to-the-best-in-modern-infill/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:42:00 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=733 In the beginning of infilled synthetic grass, there was a void, a multitude of space between the fibers where a “synthetic soil” belonged. It was decreed that rubber, ground from tires, could serve as the infill material for that turf. And the athletes who played on that first generation of turf saw that it was good … until their revelation that the granules bounced around, and under full sun the black rubber absorbed heat of biblical proportions. This begat the introduction of raw silica as infill … which led to an epiphany that mere sand was abrasive like sandpaper, compacted hard, limited drainage, and absorbed all that the family dog dropped onto the turf. And it came to pass that to deliver artificial turf from these evils, a different infill was needed. And so Synthetic Grass Warehouse introduced Durafill: the cool, clean and pet-friendly granules that make even non-believers sing its praise. Durafill, composed of rounded quartz core mined from the Hickory Formation in central Texas, is specially designed for use in artificial turf. It looks and feels natural and is warranted to perform for 16 years. Durafill is also manufactured with Microban antimicrobial product protection to inhibit the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew that can cause odors and even staining.]]> http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2012/01/31/durafill-a-testament-to-the-best-in-modern-infill/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/07/18/artificial-lawns-used-for-paintballing/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/07/18/artificial-lawns-used-for-paintballing/#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2011 16:34:01 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=652 Your heart is pounding as you quickly shuffle away from the enemy, avoiding being a target at all costs. You are dressed and loaded head to toe with protection and ammo, mentally fit for battle. You may be thinking this sounds a lot like combat and warfare, and though it may be for some, it is a day’s worth of recreation and fun for others. The sport and pastime of paintball has been around for a few decades now (primarily being exposed in the 80’s), gaining more popularity throughout the years. There is much to be said about war-like games amongst people of all ages, which is seen to be an entertaining and exhilarating hobby for many in the present day. Much like football, lacrosse, soccer, and other popular sports, a sport and recreational activity like paintball requires a durable and lasting playing field. Though some paintball fields incorporate the natural environment, such as a woodsy area, forest, or desert, other indoor and outdoor paintball facilities utilize other materials, including artificial turf. Artificial turf has been used for paintball facilities for several years now. This is because it can easily be adaptable to the paintball environment, providing both traction and safety for players. Synthetic lawns used for paintball is engineered to be lightweight for easy performance. A significant component to the game of paintball involves the use of field bunkers, which, in less natural environments, are usually large inflatables that players can utilize to hide from enemies. Synthetic turf used for paintball is designed to accommodate bunkers of all types. The type of synthetic grass used for paintball surfaces are usually made from either nylon, polyethylene, or a combination of both. Paintballs themselves, used for ammunition, are primarily made from polyethylene glycol and other water soluable ingredients. Thus, the paint is easily removable from synthetic grass because of the polymers it is comprised of.]]> http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/07/18/artificial-lawns-used-for-paintballing/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/06/23/artificial-turf-for-equestrian-use/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/06/23/artificial-turf-for-equestrian-use/#comments Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:11:09 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=633 From dressage and vaulting to show jumping and polo, equestrianism envelops a variety of leisure activities and sports in which horses are trained and used. Rooted in the domestication of horses for transportation, trade, and farming, equestrians today are able to exhibit prowess, skill, and camaraderie between animal and man. For many riding sports, designated surfaces are strategically utilized in order to enhance performance and remain durable. For equestrian use, stringent standards must be met for surfaces. This is because the nature of riding involves wear and tear throughout time that is much quicker than that of regular leisure activities and sports. The use of horses creates extensive wear that can potentially corrode. Natural grass surfaces require meticulous maintenance in order to create a safe and durable field for riding. With seasonal changes, it can prove to be a challenge to maintain under climate fluctuations and weather conditions. (...click below to read more)]]> http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/06/23/artificial-turf-for-equestrian-use/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/06/07/playing-football-on-sgw-artificial-turf/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/06/07/playing-football-on-sgw-artificial-turf/#comments Tue, 07 Jun 2011 21:50:01 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=629 Fact: Artificial turf on American football fields date back to 1969 at Franklin Field, located at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Since then, the use of artificial turf in sports fields in general has grown exponentially, and the technology has come a long way. Artificial turf for football fields goes through a special manufacturing process that creates a durable product that can withstand the duress caused by major contact sports. The process begins with the blending of polyethylene, polyurethane, and sometimes nylon, combined with different color tints to give it a realistic look. After these components are blended, the mixture goes into an extruder, and long yarn-like fibers are woven and shaped. The yarns are then tufted onto a strong backing, and a second backing coated with latex is added. Lastly, the final product is cured with heat. Sound complicated? It is. (...click below to read more)]]> http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/06/07/playing-football-on-sgw-artificial-turf/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/05/17/artificial-grass-for-tennis/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/05/17/artificial-grass-for-tennis/#comments Tue, 17 May 2011 17:39:11 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=610 The use of artificial grass for sports like tennis has been linked to impressive benefits not given by regular tennis courts. The synthetic materials used to manufacture artificial turf for tennis is combined to create a realistic playing surface that enhances performance and fosters safety on the courts. One of the most appealing benefits of converting from a gravel or real grass court to an artificial tennis court is the fact that it is easily half or even less than half the maintenance. This is because a synthetic grass court does not need to be brushed, raked, or weeded in order to maintain a playable surface after each use. It also requires no mowing or watering whatsoever, which cannot be said about a natural grass tennis court. Though the texture and feel of artificial grass is comparable, if not almost uncannily the same to real grass, it holds up much better and is designed for utmost strength and durability. Whether the synthetic turf courts are used by recreational novices or professional athletes, it lives up to its strength, maintaining its quality game after game, year after year. For areas that undergo extreme weather conditions or occasional rainfall, a synthetic grass tennis court is ideal because of its design that allows it to maintain playability even under such conditions. In extreme heat and when exposed to direct sunlight, synthetic courts do not melt or deteriorate... (click below to read more)]]> http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/05/17/artificial-grass-for-tennis/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/04/27/sgw-products-are-perfect-for-baseball-fields/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/04/27/sgw-products-are-perfect-for-baseball-fields/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:03:45 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=558 Among the wide range of athletic uses for our artificial grass are softball and baseball fields. For decades, artificial turf has been a part of amateur and professional baseball and softball. Throughout the years, our breakthrough technology and state-of-the-art manufacturing have made SGW grass ideal for these sports because of our construction. Our baseball artificial turf’s unique design helps to enhance performance, while minimizing maintenance and maintaining safety athletes. Artificial grass for baseball and softball has been specifically designed to mimic a natural field, while yielding added benefits. Modern field turf is manufactured by undergoing a process of yarn extrusion that enables each blade to be cut individually.These yarns can be extruded in different shapes that help with resilience and memory after high traffic and athletic performance. ]]> http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2011/04/27/sgw-products-are-perfect-for-baseball-fields/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/11/22/withstanding-cold-weather-conditions/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/11/22/withstanding-cold-weather-conditions/#comments Mon, 22 Nov 2010 19:05:34 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=361 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/11/22/withstanding-cold-weather-conditions/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/09/03/artificial-grass-for-schools/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/09/03/artificial-grass-for-schools/#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:25:40 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=300 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/09/03/artificial-grass-for-schools/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/08/27/going-green-with-artificial-grass/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/08/27/going-green-with-artificial-grass/#comments Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:08:24 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=293 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/08/27/going-green-with-artificial-grass/feed/ 0 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/08/20/top-five-reasons-to-switch-to-artificial-grass/ http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/08/20/top-five-reasons-to-switch-to-artificial-grass/#comments Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:16:46 +0000 DigitalTurfDealer http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/?p=276 http://www.syntheticgrasswarehouse.com/blog/2010/08/20/top-five-reasons-to-switch-to-artificial-grass/feed/ 0