Vacmaster WD 18 Garden & Artificial Grass Cleaner, Outdoor Wet & Dry Vacuum For Cleaning Astroturf, Patio, Decking and Other Outdoor Areas, 1250W, 18 Litre

Product Information

Nevertheless, there may be circumstances where it might be a pragmatic choice. For instance, if you want to create a children's play area in a shaded north-facing garden where real grass won't grow. If there is an area that seems to be pooling water, using a wet vac can help you suction the water to possibly identify why the drain system is not working to drain the water from the grass So when it comes down to it we recommend a power broom over a brush and an outdoor vacuum. They will save your more time and effort than the other two combined. The only thing that would beat this is having all three! What to look out for when choosing your brush, broom or vacuum cleaner Effort An artificial grass vacuum can suction dirt and debris from your artificial lawn, and the downside is that you may lose some of your infills in the process. If you vacuum the turf consistently, you may have to have the infill replaced, which can add up over time. The only way around this would be to use a bagless vacuum and filter out the dirt and debris, replacing the removed infill and raking it into place. This process can be extremely time-consuming.

While the vacuum function on most of these combo tools isn’t as effective as a dedicated leaf vacuum collector, they tend to be cheaper, more readily available, and also have the blower function which, for most people, is more desirable. Having said that, it is still possible to find a decent leaf vacuum collector if you search hard enough, and that’s exactly what we have done, so you don’t have to.

Can Artificial Grass Be Vacuumed Regularly?

Artificial grass is growing in popularity. You may have heard the term artificial turf or AstroTurf, which was trademarked by the Monsanto company. AstroTurf, which is still an artificial grass made of synthetic fibers, is used in most sports arenas and multi-purpose stadiums. Many teams participate in sports and other activities on these synthetic fiber fields, such as the American Football League, FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association), and Major League Baseball. The use of artificial turf in sports has even migrated to incorporate the tennis courts at Wimbledon.

The damage begins beneath the surface: most worms and soil insects that thrive under a real lawn can't survive under a synthetic one. This displacement disrupts the soil ecology, leading to unknown long-term effects. Above the surface, an artificial lawn can't provide the necessary nutrients to sustain birds and other garden wildlife, including bees. Bear in mind, too, that even many current owners of artificial grass regret their decision. According to a recent survey by the insurance firm Churchill, nearly three in five respondents (58%) said they wanted to remove their artificial grass, and almost half (44%) said they were concerned about the environmental consequences. Artificial grass won't last as long as real lawn, though, so if you're after a longer term investment - and a more ecologically friendly one - we'd recommend laying turf instead.Other features include a telescopic chute with nine different positions and small wheels on the bottom, variable speed controls, anti-vibration technology, and very importantly for a corded machine- a 12 metre long power cable. Oh yeah, and there’s a free shoulder strap thrown in.

There will be less chance for bacteria to accumulate because you clean it regularly with a good vacuum cleaner. The shredding can then either be disposed of in a garden burner, used as mulch, or added to the compost pile/bin. These shredded leaves are actually perfect for making compost as their smaller size means they will break down faster. Most of us think of artificial grass as being a fake-looking dark green. But a range of tones are available, and many include strands of brown fibre and 'grass blades' of varying heights to simulate a normal lawn. Because of the environmental implications and sustainability concerns associated with artificial grass, we don't have any Best Buys and have no plans to test any more artificial grass products.

This item is sold and dispatched by a Range Plus Partner

This is especially true if you have dogs which can ruin artificial grass if left to themselves. Find out more about how to look after artificial grass if you have dogs.

An outdoor vacuum will be great and extremely fast for removing easy to move debris such as leaves and some dried dirt. However, when it comes to stubborn dirt and standing up flattened bristles it wont be much use. The same can be said for outdoor vacuums which are sometimes noisy but have quiet versions available. Money The cheapest products look like the sort of bright green baize used by greengrocers, which is OK on a pitch-and-putt golf course, but not what you want in a garden. Finish

In addition to the brand retailers mentioned previously, below we've included the top five most searched-for retailers for artificial grass: This is a solid and well put together home gardening tool. The plastic components are made of heavy-duty stuff, and there’s no rattling or shaking to be seen. The motor starts up really easily from cold and warm, and runs incredibly smoothly, even when you vary the power using the trigger. If you are planning to install it, do make sure you read our advice on how to make artificial grass less environmentally damaging.