Repurposed Artificial Turf Always Comes with Infill 

While some used artificial turf comes with free infill, it’s not always the best choice for homeowners. Two options exist: 

• Infilled used turf – synthetic grass with infill inside 
• Extracted used turf – artificial grass with infill removed 

The process can cost less if the infill stays inside the turf. Meanwhile, you can save money on buying new infill. However, infill is a heavy material. It adds significant weight to the turf. This makes transportation and installation more difficult and expensive. 

Extracted turf weighs only around 0.5 lbs. per square foot. Infill can add around 2 lbs. per square foot.  Meanwhile, the absence of infill means you are free to choose the best infill for your purposes instead of going with whatever is already inside. 

Used Artificial Turf is Bad for the Environment  

A common mistaken idea about used artificial grass is that it’s bad for the environment. People believe in that myth because they have general knowledge about the harmful effect of plastic. In reality, plastic can damage the environment only when it’s not disposed of correctly. 

Installing used artificial grass allows you to repurpose the plastic and extend its lifespan. By buying used turf, you keep it from going to landfills. This protects the environment instead of harming it. 

To date, Artificial Grass Recyclers has kept over 7 million square feet of used turf out of landfills.   

Meanwhile, unlike natural grass, artificial turf doesn’t require pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. This also contributes to keeping the environment safer.