The Green Guard Turf
The Reserve after-install care guide
Settling in
The first 30 days
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| First 24 hours | Keep foot traffic light. Seams and perimeter edges are bonded with TEC 149 adhesive and continue curing after the crew leaves. Hold off on putting patio furniture, grills, or play sets back on the lawn. |
| First 2 weeks | You may see some sand on the surface. This is normal as the infill settles down into the thatch. Brush it back in with a stiff synthetic broom; do not sweep or blow it off the lawn. |
| First 30 days | Walk the lawn and look for any flat spots, lifted edges, or visible seams. Call us and we will re-brush, top off infill, or re-secure the area at no charge. |
| Any time | Keep sprinklers aimed away from the turf where possible. Hard-water overspray and runoff from beds can leave mineral spotting and carry mulch or soil onto the surface. |
Your to-do list
Routine care schedule
| How often | Task | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | Blow off leaves, twigs, and debris with a leaf blower on low, held at an angle. Pick up anything the blower misses. | Organic debris breaks down into soil that feeds weeds and traps odor. |
| Every 2–3 weeks | Brush high-traffic areas (walkways, play areas, around patios) with a stiff synthetic broom against the grain to lift the fibers. | The Reserve looks fullest when the pile stands upright; foot traffic lays it down over time. |
| Monthly | Rinse the lawn with a garden hose. Brush the full lawn in two or three directions. Walk the edges and seams and look for lifting or loose spots. | Removes dust and pollen and keeps the infill evenly spread. |
| Hot days | A quick rinse with the hose before use cools the surface. If you chose HydroChill, water activates its cooling. | DFW summer sun heats any synthetic surface; water brings it down fast. |
| Each season | Pull any weeds along the perimeter by hand. In fall, blow leaves off more often (twice a week during heavy drop). After storms, clear debris and check drainage. | Fall leaf drop and spring pollen are the two biggest maintenance seasons. |
| Annually | Schedule a Green Guard professional service: deep power-brush, infill check and top-off, seam and edge inspection. | Restores a like-new, upright finish and protects your warranty. |
Protecting your surface
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Use a stiff synthetic broom or plastic-bristle brush, brushing against the grain.
- Rinse spills right away with water; use mild dish soap for anything sticky.
- Pick up pet waste promptly and hose the spot down.
- Lift and carry furniture, coolers, and equipment instead of dragging them.
- Put pads or wide feet under heavy furniture and move it from time to time.
- Keep grills, fire pits, and heaters on a pad or patio, well away from the turf.
- Call us before adding any infill so it matches what was installed.
Don’t
- Use wire brushes, metal rakes, or a pressure washer at close range.
- Use solvents, bleach, petroleum products, or harsh weed killers on the turf.
- Drop cigarettes, fireworks, or hot ash anywhere near the surface.
- Drag furniture or park vehicles, mowers, or trailers on the lawn.
- Pull up or trim the glued perimeter edges. Call us if an edge lifts.
- Drive stakes, staples, tent pegs, or nails through the turf.
- Let leaves or mulch sit for weeks. Decaying debris is what grows weeds.
Clean-up
Quick fixes for spills and stains
| Spill or issue | What to do |
|---|---|
| Drinks, food, sunscreen | Blot, then rinse with water. For sticky residue, use a mild dish soap and water mix, then rinse well. |
| Gum, sap, crayon, wax | Harden with an ice cube, then gently lift off with a plastic scraper. Do not cut the fibers. |
| Pet waste | Remove solids, then hose the area thoroughly. A pet-safe enzyme turf cleaner helps with odor. |
| Oil, grease, paint | Blot immediately with paper towels and call us. Do not use solvents. |
| Weeds at the edges | Pull by hand. Weeds root in debris on top of the turf or at the perimeter, so regular blowing prevents most of them. |
Your warranty
Your Reserve lawn carries a 15-Year Material Warranty and a 2-Year Labor Warranty. Coverage applies when the lawn is maintained as described in this guide. Unapproved infill, chemical damage, burns, and alterations by others are not covered. Keep this guide and your invoice with your home records.