From trash and pet fur to twigs and dead leaves, drag brushing removes dirt and debris that you can’t rinse away with a hose. It pushes up flattened grass fibers to make them appear fresh and lively. Brushing also redistributes infill across the surface.
For sports turf, you can attach a static brush on a tractor and drive through artificial turf in one direction. If you are brushing a small lawn, you can use a rake with synthetic bristles. Avoid metal or wire bristles since they can damage the artificial grass fibers.
When brushing your artificial turf, use the cross-brushing method. It means brushing the lawn in the opposite pile direction (the direction in which the blades are slightly leaning).
How often should you drag brush?
According to a study published in The Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology, you should drag brush sports turf two to three times a week if it receives a lot of foot traffic and usage. If you are brushing your private lawn that doesn’t get much traffic, once a week can be sufficient.
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