Artificial Turf and Grass
RCP Block & Brick’s line of artificial turf, "Ultimate Lawn Products", is among the top artificial turf on the market in quality and technology. Artificial turf incorporates such things as realistic grass colors, varying grass blade lengths, blade shape variations, and cutting edge synthetic fibers. These design aspects give RCP Block & Brick’s styles of artificial grass the most realistic appearance available. Smaller remnant rolls available at RCP locations. Larger orders available through delivery only.
Artificial Turf 15-Year Limited Warranty
The Manufacturer warrants that if the provided synthetic grass proves to be defective in materials or workmanship resulting in premature wear during normal use of the product, within fifteen (15) years from the date of manufacture; or suffers significant fading, breakdown or degradation due to exposure to natural ultra violet rays within the same fifteen (15) year period, the Manufacturer, at its sole option either:
- Repair or replace the affected area without charge to the purchaser
- Issue a credit equal to the cost of the synthetic grass material. For the sole purpose of this warranty the product shall be deemed to have failed in ultra-violet stability if the original tensile strength of the product decreases by more than 50 percent.
Proration is as follows:
Years 1–8 (100%), Years 9–12 (50%), Years 13–15 (25%).
If the Manufacturer elects to issue a credit in lieu of repair or replacement, said credit shall only apply to the affected area of the synthetic grass giving rise to the claim. The credit shall be issued to the retailer, as a percentage of the replacement cost of new synthetic grass of the same or comparable quality. The credit will be good only toward the purchase of artificial turf. There will be no cash payment.
- Warranty does not cover any type of matting on this product, regardless of the cause.
- Warranty only applies to synthetic grass products that have been purchased from RCP.
- Warranty does not cover the installation of the synthetic grass or any issues stemming from the installation.
- Warranty does not cover surface deterioration resulting from normal wear and tear or any damages caused by site conditions and/or improper installation, accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, exposure of the product to inappropriate footwear (e.g., metal cleats), tobacco products, chemicals or cleaning agents, fire, floods, vandalism, acts of God.
- The Manufacturer hereby disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and disclaims liability for incidental or consequential damages.
- The Manufacturer specifically excludes and will not pay consequential or incidental damages under this warranty. This includes any damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the synthetic grass, including, but not limited to damages for economic loss, expense, personal injury, etc.
- Warranty is non-transferrable. This warranty is only extended to the original purchaser.
- All warranty claims must be presented in a timely fashion to RCP as a printed description with photos as soon as an issue with the synthetic grass becomes evident.
- Warranty does not cover sun magnification and melting from low E windows or matting.
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Common Terms
Face Weight
Face weight is a term that refers to the thickness or density of the artificial grass (usually measured in ounces). This “face weight” is the weight of one square yard of artificial grass, excluding the turf backing. Generally, the higher the face weight, the more durable the artificial grass, and the less needed infill material.
Pile Height
Pile height refers to the actual height of the grass blades in any artificial grass style. All pile heights are approximate.
Field
Field refers to the main blades of grass the are most visible on any artificial turf style. Each style varies in both the length of the field blades as well as their shape. These small variances give each style is own unique look and feel, varying in both color and blade shape.
Thatch
Thatch is the short, curly, underlying layer of artificial grass blades. This thatch helps give the artificial turf a realistic appearance of natural grass by replicating the look of wilted or newly sprouting grass blades.
Cool Turf
"Cool Turf" is an innovative technology that is being incorporated into some turf styles. This technology drastically reduces the surface temperature of the turf from sun exposure.
Artificial Turf Project Considerations
Smaller artificial turf remnants rolls available at RCP locations. Larger orders available through delivery only.
Be careful of installation artificial turf where south facing windows reflect sunlight onto the turf area. There have been a handful of cases where the increased intensity and heat of the reflected light has caused visible marks to the turf surface. Please consult an RCP Block & Brick for more information.
Be sure that you keep fires, open flames, cigarettes, and any hot surfaces off and away from the artificial turf. The turf does not burn (won’t hold a flame), but it can melt at temperatures above 130° C (320° F).
Synthetic lawns are usually warmer than natural lawns, but they will not burn. Using crumb rubber in-fill contributes greatly to the heat factor. We sell sand in-fill which stays about 30% cooler than rubber. Crumb rubber is only recommended for use on sports fields. We also make available a variety of turf styles that incorporate "Cool Turf" technology, further reducing the surface temperature from sun exposure.
If pets will be "using" the artificial turf area, it is highly recommended to apply Turfresh under the turf installation as well as within the turf fill to eliminate and control odors.
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