Artificial grass is easy to clean, and it doesn't require trimming.Pet owners prefer it over the real thing.Over time, dog urine can leave stains on the grass.It's a good idea to rinse the grass with water at least once a month.If you can't get rid of the smell on your own, use a commercial grass cleaner and deodorizer.You can use household products to keep the grass clean.You will not be able to tell that your dog is on the grass with proper maintenance.
Step 1: As soon as you see the urine, use paper towels to mop it up.
The urine can get into the turf.If you know when your pet goes on the grass, you can take care of a lot of the problem.As much as you can.You might not be able to soak up all the urine this way, but that isn't a problem.Liquids drain through artificial grass like they do on normal grass.You can still get turf fresh and clean even if you don't soak up the urine.Before they settle in, soaking it up makes it smell better.
Step 2: The grass needs to be hosed down.
Paying particular attention to the places your dog uses as a bathroom, spray the grass with cold water.The smell of urine will be washed out by the water.It is possible to do this right after your pet leaves.You don't have to pick up the hose every time your pet goes on the grass, but more frequent cleanings mean less mess and fewer odors.You can rake the grass to remove leaves.Raking stands the grass blades up, which makes the lawn look neat, but also encourages liquids to drain more efficiently.
Step 3: You should spray the grass at least once a month.
Give your lawn a thorough cleaning by setting aside time.Pick up any debris and clean the grass.Take a thorough soaking from the hose.This will prevent pet urine from soaking into the grass blades.If you have more than one dog on the lawn, you should clean the grass more often.Try spraying it at least twice a month.If you can, you should clean the grass once a week.The grass is clean because of frequent cleanings.
Step 4: You can choose a grass cleaner that is effective at neutralizing urine.
Grass cleaning is done on artificial turf as well.There are a lot of products on the market.It is advertised to take care of pet odors.The urine on the grass is broken up by theidase in the cleaner.If you apply the cleaner in an area your dog uses, get a natural or green cleaner.Natural cleaners don't have chemicals that could harm your pet.There is a built-in hose attachment for most grass cleaners.If it is available, get one of these products.Most hardware stores have lawn care sections.
Step 5: The cleaner should be sprayed on the grass at least once a month.
Plug a garden hose into your bottle if it has a built-in hose adapter.Attach the other end of the hose to the water spigot.The cleaner should be sprayed onto the areas with urine.All you have to do is point the sprayer and pull thetrigger is mix the cleaner with water.If you use a cleaner that doesn't have a built-in adapter, mix it into water to make it work.Check the instructions for more information.If the cleaner is not in a spray bottle, use a hand pump sprayer.Work the pump after loading the sprayer.Pull the sprayer nozzle at the grass to start cleaning it when the pump becomes difficult to move.
Step 6: For 10 minutes, let the cleaner absorb into the grass.
The cleaner works its way into the grass over time.The urine is broken down and drained out through the turf.To make sure the cleaner doesn't dry out before then, keep a close eye on it.Afterwards, check your lawn for any stains or odors.The best time to apply the cleaner is at dusk or dawn.Keep the grass damp if you apply it during a warmer period.Cleaning liquids drain through the grass.If it is organic, you don't have to worry about it harming anything.
Step 7: If the cleaner dries out too quickly, you should mist it.
The cleaner needs to be wet in order to work.It might not set in for the full 10 minutes if you use it during a hot day.You can lightly water the grass with your hose or spray bottle.The cleaner will continue to break down the urine if it is damp.Don't add too much water.If you soak the grass, you can flush the cleaner out before it has a chance to get rid of the urine.If you live in a warm area, you should always mist the cleaner after using it.Sometimes using the cleaner on a hot day is unavoidable, but you can still make it work.
Step 8: The grass needs to be cleaned with a broom.
If you can't get rid of urine stains or smells with other methods, apply some of the cleaner.The cleaner should be allowed to work for 10 minutes after.Mist it as needed until then.It takes more work to use a handheld brush.The easiest way to clean your lawn is with a broom.If there are stains that will not go away, apply cleaner repeatedly.It can take several applications, but eventually it will wear down.
Step 9: If the lawn still smells like urine after being cleaned, sprinkle a turf deodorizer.
Most turf deodorizers are sold in powder form.Pick a natural deodorizer that won't harm your dog.Wait before applying it to areas where you smell urine.The smell will be taken care of by the deodorizer.The deodorizer doesn't have to be cleaned after.Let it fall into the grass.You won't need a separate deodorizing product if the turf cleaners function as deodorizers.A device called a drop spreader can be rented from your local hardware store.The deodorizer comes out when you push the spreader over the grass.
Step 10: Minor stains can be removed by washing the grass with soap and water.
The soap should be put into the warm water.Laundry detergents and carpet cleaners are better than dish detergents.You can combine soap for every 4 cups of water you use.Apply the grass by hand or spray it with soapy water.To clear the soap, rinse it afterwards.It is a good idea to get a neutral dish detergent.The detergents are labeled.Don't use cleaners that are tough on grease.To make this more effective, use a soft-bristled scrub brush or a rough rag.It's best to keep turf indoors, but soapy water can also be effective outdoors.
Step 11: The grass should be sprayed once a month to cover odors.
In a spray bottle, mix equal amounts of water and distilled white vinegar.Any areas that have urine stains or odors should be misted.It is a very safe and effective cleaner, but it has a strong smell.To remove it, rinse it off.The hose-end sprayer can be used to spread the vinegar.It's on the end of a garden hose.Then, use the sprayer to mix it with water and distribute it on the grass.Sprinkle baking soda on the grass to deal with the smell of vinegar.The cleaner could be made with less vinegar.
Step 12: You can sprinkle baking soda on the grass.
Baking soda can be used to remove odors from artificial grass.If you want to keep the grass smelling good, cover it with baking soda and let it sit there for a while.Wait at least a day.Since baking soda is not harmful to the environment, you can sweep it up.Adding the baking soda would be another option.There will be no odors when the baking soda and vinegar come into contact.