How Do I Keep My Artificial Grass from Turning into a Heat Zone?

There’s no point denying that synthetic grass can (and will) get really hot when exposed to extreme heat.


It’s also a fact that this seemingly small inconvenience is a lot more frustrating than it sounds because hey, let’s admit it, the last thing you want on a bright, beautiful, and warm sunny day is red-hot artificial turf to sit on. But have you ever considered that maybe you don’t really have to deal with this nuisance after all? 


Here at MegaGrass, our mission is to give you back more of your time, and take the work and worry away from your landscaping needs. There’s nothing we want more than to be able to provide you with the best experience humanly possible. We are constantly on the lookout for the best synthetic turf technology in order to cater to your specific needs. Even though our turf can withstand 176 oF and our blades are designed to deflect light and promote air circulation on artificial grass, there’s always room for improvement.


Today, we’re happy to offer another innovative solution to keep your turf from turning into a scorching desert come summertime.

 Artificial Grass Heat Zone

Introducing TCool Evaporative Cooling Technology 

The TCool synthetic turf cooling system can lower your turf’s temperature down by 50oF even during warm summer months. It’s perfect for artificial lawns that aim to provide unparalleled comfort not available anywhere else.


How Does TCool Work?

TCool synthetic turf solution works on the evaporative cooling principle – in terms we can understand - it helps to store moisture within the synthetic turf systems. When solar energy heats the turf, the evaporation process takes place. The solar energy, instead of heating the thermoplastic turf blades (aka Polyethylene, the primary material used to manufacture the fibers), is redirected to the water source, efficiently preventing the turf fibers’ temperature from going up.


Most common infill materials trap solar rays and heat the surface to 150-180 degrees. The TCool eco-friendly, healthy, and cost-effective infill solution cools down synthetic turf by an applied principle of evaporative cooling. Testing has shown that the TCool systems lower the surface temperature down by 30 to 50oF.


Equipped With Antibacterial Properties for Your Protection

TCool also throws in the benefit of an antimicrobial additive, BacShield. What sets BacShield apart from other additives is its ability to not just clean the surface. BacShield is known to fight harmful microorganisms including bacteria, protozoans, viruses, and fungi such as mold and mildew.


Hundreds of volatile compounds of bacterial cultures produce a lot of smells, and mostly not ones we like. When these microbes come into contact with the turf surface, the antimicrobial agents penetrate its cell walls and disrupt key cell functions to limit microbial growth and reproduction.


TCool Practical Applications

  • Backyard Weddings

  • Commercial Landscape

  • Concert Venues

  • Dog Runs

  • Parks and Recreational Spaces

  • Residential Landscape

  • Sports Fields (Equestrian, Golf Courses, Football Stadiums, etc)


How Hard is it to Apply TCool?

Not at all! You can use a backpack sprayer for smaller applications, a tote-sprayer for medium to large applications, or a specialized automated “ride-on” equipment (available for sport-field applications) that will bring up the infill, coat it, and groom it back down.


Is TCool a Good Investment?

Often, especially in pet turf applications, highly porous minerals are used to absorb ammonia. The problem is, these particles eventually reach their saturation point similar to what happens to cat litter. After reaching that point, the same minerals will not be able to do what it was intended to any longer.


This is where T° Cool with BacShield sets itself apart from other turfs in the market. With T° Cool, you no longer have to worry about offensive odors nor do you need to replace infill.  Re-application is only required every 3 to 4 years, efficiently conserving your valuable resources, time, and energy.


 For more than a decade we’ve been serving technologically advanced products with higher melting points to our friends in hot places, weather and waterproof varieties to our families with four seasons, maximum permeability for puppies both big and small, and a competitive 25-year lush-life guarantee for everyone under the sun.


To make it even more convenient for you, we have 11 locations all over the United States ready to serve your needs. With a large collection of roughly 1500 custom sizes per grass product, we can easily address your specific requests.


TCool Sounds Like a Great Product, But What About the Price?

MegaGrass prices depend on a lot of factors such as quantity, size, type, etc. If you wish to learn more about artificial lawn costs, click on this link to compare lawn products.


One Last Thing

Please note that T°Cool™ Needs a Water Source. This technology stores moisture while the synthetic turf is being watered. As the temperature increases, the moisture is slowly released -- cooling the synthetic turf surface through natural evaporation. T°Cool™ works best in the summer months when the sun is at its hottest.  As more heat is absorbed the more the cooling effect is released. A ¼” watering tool can keep the turf cool for several days depending on various conditions. 


If you have questions about any of our products, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team. You may also leave us your contact number to request a callback.


We at MegaGrass believe that grass is more than the thing at your feet: it's parties, playdates, and moments. We are glad to be a part of your daily life and we thank you for giving us the opportunity to demonstrate to you our communal vision for a brighter, more sustainable future while spending more time with the ones we love


Let us know how else we can make your life better. We look forward to talking to you.