The Function of Artificial Grass Nails.
The U shape nails and straight nails have the same function in artificial grass installation—fixing. Here are how they work in detail.
1. Fixing the geotextile, which prevents the natural grass from growing.
2. Fixing the joint tape. In installation progress, if you use joint tape & glue to seam two parts of artificial grass. It is better to nail down the joint tape before putting glue on it. In this way, the joint tape will not move accidentally.
3. Fixing the grass temporarily, after rolling out the grass and putting it in place, is better to fix it temporarily to avoid moving accidentally when you are doing other work.
4. Fixing the grass around the perimeter and where necessary keep your grass flat. Artificial grass straight nails are mostly used for this fixing. They are generally installed every 8cm to 15cm alongside the perimeter and around every 60cm on the centre of the site. The quantity of nails used depends on the on-site usage frequency.
5. Seaming two parts of artificial grass. Seaming can be done by joint tape and glue, and also can be done by artificial grass nails. Seaming by nails is an easy, quick and low-cost option.
Generally, U-shaped artificial grass nails are recommended for seaming. Because its trapezoidal shape help adds additional tension to the soil, quick and secure way to mount into the ground. The U shape of artificial grass nails needs to be installed two to three inches just like a zipper seaming artificial grass.
However, the artificial grass straight nails sure can be used for seaming artificial grass, too. Put the straight nails around 1inch from the edge and leave around 4 inches to put the next one alongside the edge. Do it the same way for another edge. But should be in a diagonal pattern like an enclosed picture. And spike on each side of both ends of the seam.
The Five Details That You Need to Know About Nailing Artificial Grass
- When cutting the grass perimeter edges, please keep in mind that better to leave extra grass about 1cm longer at flat edges and about 3cm longer when applying the subgrade bend boards. In this way, the artificial grass will match the site perfectly.
- When seaming two parts of artificial grass, make sure all of the rows are aligned in the same direction. Besides, pay attention to the distance between the stitch rows (the gauge). For example, for landscaping artificial grass, the gauge will is 3/8 inch. When nailing, be sure to maintain that same 3/8 gauge inch doing. So that will prevent the bunching effect that creates a noticeable seam. Seeming artificial grass is equal parts skill and arts. A good seam is one you don’t even know exists like those you can not see in these yarns.(Picture from Google)
3. If strikes at a rock and get stuck, pull it out and find another place near it that will work.
4. When hitting the nails into the ground to bind artificial grass, leave around 3cm from completion. So that you can adjust the spot if it is unfitting. If all is ok, then pick the yarn or blades away from the top of the nails allowing the nails to disappear down into the grass. Make sure the artificial grass nail heads do not catch any of the grass.
5. Nail around the perimeter and seam and where necessary keep your artificial grass flat. Make sure to secure your artificial grass firmly.
Can I Nail for Putting Green Artificial Grass?
Generally, Tape and glue are used for seaming and putting green. 3-inch artificial grass straight nails can be used along the perimeter and around the cups. However, 6-inch nails are not recommended for putting green artificial grass, because the 6-inch nails’ heads can not be hidden in the short pile height, high density putting green grass.
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing Artificial Grass by Nails.
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| It is the easy, quick and cheap way to install your artificial grass. | The nails may come loose over time, the seam will not be as robust as a seam done with tape and glue. |
| Environmental friendly. Artificial grass nails are no pollution to the soil. | The non galvanized artificial grass nails will rust over time. That is why we recommend the galvanized ones. |
| Safe for pets and children. | There is a chance that installers may get hurt when hitting the artificial grass into the ground. |
| Artificial grass nails are strong enough and can be reused. | Last but not least, Artificial grass nails not only can nail artificial grass but also have so many functions. Such as securing groundsheet, netting, garden pipe, weed fabric, landscape fabric, bark coverings, hoses, cable, polythene sheets and so on. |
| Artificial grass nails can be put where is necessary in the easiest way. |
Table Of Contents hide
1 Artificial grass Nails
1.1 BRIEF INTRODUCTION
1.1.1 Tiger Lily Garden Provides the Professional Grass Nails
1.2 Chose Your Related Accessories
1.3 Nails Option
1.3.1 U Shape Nails
1.3.2 Artificial Grass Straight Nails
1.4 Why Tiger Lily Garden
1.5 FAQ
1.5.1 What Kind of Nails Do You Use for Artificial Grass?
1.5.2 How Do You Nail Down Artificial Grass?
1.5.3 How Long Should Artificial Grass Nails Be?
1.5.4 Can You Use a Nail Gun for Artificial Grass?
1.5.5 How Do You Fasten Artificial Grass Down?
1.5.6 How Do You Secure the Edge of Artificial Grass?
1.5.7 How Do You Secure Artificial Grass to Timber Frames?
1.5.8 What Can I Use to Hold Down Artificial Grass?
1.5.9 Need More Help?
1.5.10 The Function of Artificial Grass Nails.
1.5.11 The Five Details That You Need to Know About Nailing Artificial Grass
1.5.12 Can I Nail for Putting Green Artificial Grass?
1.5.13 The Advantages and Disadvantages of Installing Artificial Grass by Nails.
