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Frequently Asked Questions on Royal Grass

Can I place an inflatable pool on my Royal Grass® lawn? 

  • Yes, you can place an inflatable pool on your lawn without worry. After all, the grass will not discolour or die. However, the fibres will be flattened after having a heavy weight press down on them all summer. Brushing the fibres afterwards will return them to their upright position. The artificial grass around the swimming pool will be used more intensively as well, which will flatten the grass more than if it were only used as a decorative lawn. Naturally, it will be more difficult to straighten the grass over the years. But ordinary grass would be totally unsuitable in this instance. Even if artificial grass is somewhat flattened over the years, it will remain green and clean. When placing an inflatable pool, make sure that the foundation is strong enough to hold the extra weight! 

Is Royal Grass® suitable for small children? 

  • Royal Grass® is nice and soft. Small children will enjoy playing and crawling on it. And after a downpour, Royal Grass® will not remain wet for long. After a short time, the kids can go out again and play, and you won’t have to worry about them getting muddy or wet. And artificial grass and the sand filler are absolutely harmless, even if eaten by small children. 

Should I allow dogs on my Royal Grass® lawn? 

  • Your pets will love Royal Grass® as well. You will find that your dogs really appreciate the clean and dry lawn when they stretch out on it. Royal Grass® is perfectly dog-proof, even if they accidentally answer nature’s call. The grass will not be discoloured by it. However, to maintain proper hygiene, you should rinse with water and remove any droppings before they are trodden into the lawn. After removal, rinse with clean water. 

Is Royal Grass® suitable for laying on inclines? 

  • Royal Grass® can be installed in virtually any shape or location. Even hills present no problem, as long as they are not too steep, of course. The foundation must be suitable for artificial grass to be attached to it, however. Professional installers know exactly how to handle this type of installation job. 

I’ve spilled something on my Royal Grass® lawn. What should I do? 

  • Children love to play on Royal Grass® artificial turf. And sometimes, they spill something. Melted ice cream, soft drinks and other sweet beverages can be easily cleaned off. Rinse with clean water afterwards. Remove any spilled food, clean and rinse with water. Chewing gum is a little trickier. Carefully remove the chewing gum with a spoon. This will be easier if you put some ice cubes on the spot first. This hardens the gum, making it easier to remove. Take care not to use just solvents, as these substances may harm your artificial grass. 

Can I play sports on my Royal Grass® lawn? 

  • Artificial turf sports fields were specially designed for that purpose. Football, for instance, requires a different type of grass than tennis. Sports grass does not necessarily have to look natural and can even be blue or orange in colour. Royal Grass® artificial turf was developed for decorative purposes. Of course, you can play ball games on it if you like, or have your children romp around on it, but Royal Grass® is not suitable for official sports purposes. This has to do with the requirements that playing fields have to meet. 

Will the grass remain beautifully green? Will it discolour? 

  • Royal Grass® is made with the best quality colouring agents and UV stabilizers. As a result, UV radiation has no effect whatsoever on the colour of the grass. No matter how much sun, rain, hail, or snow your artificial grass lawn has to endure, it will remain attractive. We have tested our artificial grasses for colour-fastness and UV resistance under extreme circumstances. From the hot deserts of Arizona to the humid conditions of Florida, our artificial grass has proven its worth. Thanks to 35 years of extensive research on the UV resistance of grass fibres under highly demanding circumstances, such as intensive sports use, Royal Grass® can give an 8 to 11-year warranty on colour-fastness for all types of artificial turf. 

Can I install Royal Grass® artificial turf myself? 

  • In choosing Royal Grass®, you are choosing impeccable quality. But what’s the point of impeccable quality if it isn’t expertly laid? We recommend have a professional install your artificial turf. This way, you can be sure of the best possible results and that you will be able to enjoy a beautifully laid green lawn for many years to come. Will artificial grass put an end to my hay fever? Naturally, your hay fever will not be cured by having Royal Grass® in your garden or on your balcony, but those who suffer from hay fever caused by grass will be able to enjoy their outdoor (artificial) lawn without having their hay fever wreaking havoc. 

I’ve heard about fall-safe artificial turf. What does that mean? 

  • Fall-safe artificial turf is artificial grass that is installed on top of a shock-absorbing foundation. This is a requirement for playing equipment in public spaces, but more and more private individuals are also choosing to have a shock-absorbing mat installed under playing or climbing equipment. More information. Is Royal Grass® permeable to water? Royal Grass® artificial turf has small holes in it that drain away rainwater quickly and easily. The turf can handle 60 litres of water per square metre per minute. 

Is Royal Grass® environmentally friendly? 

  • Royal Grass® fibres do not contain any plasticizers or heavy metals, making this turf entirely safe for both people and the environment. We guarantee that the fibres comply with the strictest standards. Does Royal Grass® get hot in the sun? Artificial turf becomes less hot than pavement, but does not have the same cooling effect as natural grass. 

Is Royal Grass® sliding friendly? 

  • Artificial turf comes in numerous types. The chemical composition of the synthetic materials used determines its level of skin friendliness. This is something we have learned from the sports industry (artificial turf for football). The synthetic material we use is the most sliding-friendly available and is pleasant to the touch, but naturally is not entirely comparable to the characteristics of natural grass. 

Is Royal Grass® flammable? 

  • Fire and hot objects should be kept away from Royal Grass®. Royal Grass® is made of a high-quality synthetic material that does not burn, but will melt when it comes into contact with fire and hot objects. With sand-filled artificial turf, the sand has an extinguishing effect. 

Can Royal Grass® be repaired, such as replacing a melted patch? 

  • Any damage to Royal Grass® can be repaired. The damaged piece of artificial turf is cut out and replaced by a new piece. It is therefore advisable to save any remnants of Royal Grass® left over after installation. These can be used for any repairs. Does the filler sand have to be refilled? The Royal Grass® filler sand is very heavy and will not easily blow away or be walked off. However, the filler may become less dense in areas subject to intensive use. If necessary, the sand in these areas can be easily topped off. Just make sure that only Royal Grass® sand is used! 

Can Royal Grass® be installed without a sand filler? 

  • A good sand filler is necessary to keep the grass in place. It provides a natural appearance and helps keep the fibres upright. Naturally this does not apply to products with a supporting frizzy fibre (mossy wire). 

Do moles ever dig under Royal Grass®? 

  • Moles do not like artificial turf and will not normally dig under it. However, if there was a mole in the old natural grass and that mole is not removed before the artificial turf is installed, it can cause a great deal of damage. The mole will ultimately surface above ground and dig under the artificial turf, causing it to collapse. 

Is Royal Grass® harmful if swallowed accidentally? 

  • No, neither the artificial grass nor filler sand is harmful to people or animals in any way. 

Can I walk on Royal Grass® during the winter? 

  • Wintry conditions are not problematic for Royal Grass®, which will not be damaged by a long frost or a break when walked on. However, if snow is allowed to be tread into the grass and forms a layer of ice, this should not be removed by hand in order to prevent damage to the grass fibres. In this instance, the snow should be allowed to melt naturally.