https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides Artificial turf buying, installation and care guides from TURFS Australia. en-au Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:14:22 GMT https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-around-a-pool-what-to-spec https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-around-a-pool-what-to-spec Specifying artificial grass around a pool means getting drainage, infill, pile height and the coping edge right. Here is what to choose and skip. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/best-artificial-grass-for-dogs https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/best-artificial-grass-for-dogs 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. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/do-you-need-council-approval-for-artificial-grass https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/do-you-need-council-approval-for-artificial-grass Council rules for artificial grass in Australia depend on where the turf goes. Backyards are usually simple, nature strips and heritage areas are not. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/remove-dog-urine-smell-artificial-grass https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/remove-dog-urine-smell-artificial-grass Dog urine smell in artificial grass, solved: how enzyme cleaners work, why bleach backfires, and what to check when the smell keeps coming back. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Wil McPherson https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-vs-real-lawn https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-vs-real-lawn Weighing up artificial grass vs real lawn in Australia? Compare upfront cost, 10-year running costs, heat, feel and resale honestly before you decide. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/turf-for-balconies-and-rooftops https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/turf-for-balconies-and-rooftops How to choose and lay artificial turf for balconies and rooftops, covering pile height, drainage and a renter-friendly install. Plan your space today. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-turf-maintenance https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-turf-maintenance 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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/pile-height-guide https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/pile-height-guide 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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Wil McPherson https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-nature-strips-verges https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-nature-strips-verges 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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Wil McPherson https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/can-artificial-grass-burn-bare-feet https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/can-artificial-grass-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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Wil McPherson https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-turf-cost-australia https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-turf-cost-australia 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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Wil McPherson https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-around-hills-hoist-clothesline https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/artificial-grass-around-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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/how-to-lay-artificial-turf https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/how-to-lay-artificial-turf 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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Wil McPherson https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/how-to-measure-your-yard-for-turf https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/how-to-measure-your-yard-for-turf Learn how to measure your yard for artificial turf: rectangles, L-shapes and curves, plus waste allowance and roll widths. Price your exact size today. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Michael Turner https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/is-artificial-grass-bad-for-the-environment https://www.turfsaustralia.com/guides/is-artificial-grass-bad-for-the-environment 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. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Wil McPherson