Large Artificial Turf Installation Using the STA-1000 Method

This section contains instructions and pictorals for installing artificial turf with our revolutionary STA-1000 synthetic turf adhesive. Our system utilizes a custom two-component glue for optimal durability and versatility. Instructions are for Gluebox installation for long seams.

Installation Step One

This picture shows the two components that make up our proprietary STA-1000 synthetic turf adhesive. One unit of STA-1000 contains a 5-gallon bucket of part A and a 1-gallon jug of Part B. The two componenets will be combined to create the strongest turf bonding agent on the market.
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Installation Step Two

Pour the entire contents of the 1-gallon container of Part B into the 5-gallon bucket of Part A. There is room in the bucket to hold the contents of both Part A and Part B, as well as additional room for mixing without spillage.
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Installation Step Three

Thoroughly mix the two components for approximately 3 minutes. Make sure that it is thoroughly mixed! STA-1000 is the strongest synthetic turf adhesive on the market when mixed correctly. This is the most critical part of the gluing process. The ready-to-use adhesive should have an even consistency, like that of pancake batter.
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Installation Step Four

This picture shows a typical setup for mixing our proprietary turf adhesive. Use a 1/2" drill with a 5-gallon mixing chuck as shown. A smaller drill will not have the required torque to get the job done.
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Installation Step Five

Here is a picture of a 5-gallon bucket of STA-1000 ready to be used with a glue box. These glue boxes are custom-produced by a local machine shop, exclusively for us. Contact TJB-INC for more information if interested. 
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Installation Step Six

This image illustrates how our glue box works. One worker pours the STA-1000 into the glue box, while a second worker holds the box so that it does not slide forward. A third person (not pictured) pulls the adhesive-coated seaming tape along the length of the seam.
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Installation Step Seven

This is a another view of our gluing operation. Note the 3" thick bead of artificial turf adhesive running down the center of the tape. Installtion companies typically make the mistake of putting a thin amount of glue across the entire width of the seaming tape. Synthetic turf seams that are on flat surfaces are not under a tensional load and do not need adhesive 5" into the carpet; they need the adhesive on the critical area, which is the seam itself.
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Installation Step Eight

This is a picture of our artificial turf seaming technique. It is only necessary to fold back one piece of carpet. Be sure to fold over the side where the fibers of the turf lay into the seam. Consequently, the side that the fibers are pulling away from the seam should be left on the base.
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Installation Step Nine

Slide the seaming tape under the side of carpet that is laying down. Set the seam so that the seaming tape and turf adhesive are centered on the seam. Glue bead should be thick enough to mushroom up and over the 1st 1/4" of the topside of your artificial turf. This will not trap fibers but it will create a moisture barrier for your seam.
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Installation Step Ten

This is a picture of the seaming tape being centered under the first panel of artificial turf. Note that the fibers are pulling out of the seam on the piece of turf that is installed.
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Installation Step Eleven

Now you are ready to flip the second panel over and place it into the artificial turf adhesive. Depending on temperature and humidity, STA-1000 should start curing in 15-30 minutes. Keep your eye on the seam, and once the adhesive has the consistancy of bubble gum, you will want to roll the seam. STA-1000 will be completely cured in about 45 minutes – unless the installation is being done in cold weather, which will make it take a little longer.
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Client Testimonials

What people are saying about our synthetic turf glue

"This is our 20th year in the synthetic grass business and during this time I've seen just about every seaming method and adhesive on the market. From sewing to hot melts; to Nordot adhesives; and self adhesive tapes. But I've never experienced anything like STA-1000, the two-part synthetic turf adhesive from Sports Turf Direct. I am convinced it's the best seaming adhesive and method on the planet. With their glue box seaming method, I was amazed that we could do an entire 160' seam in less than 3 minutes. But the most impressive aspect is the seam quality. The 'squeeze through' provides a moisture barrier and increased protection from the turf pealing up. Simply put...it's quick, it's easy and the strongest seams I've ever seen."
     –Steve Walker, President, ProGreen International Inc.

"We at LA Turf, Inc. would like to thank you for providing us with STA-1000. This synthetic grass adhesive exceeded our expectations in its function and cost. STA-1000 is by far more cost effective and far superior as a turf glue than any other products on the market that we've used in the past. We can't thank you enough for your constant guidance and support throughout our installation at Mira Costa H.S. in Manhattan Beach, CA. In every aspect of our relationship during this project went above and beyond' what any other supplier has done for us in the past. Thank you again! We look forward to using STA-1000 turf glue in the future. 
     –Peter Marine, President, LA Turf, Inc.

"We are very pleased with our experience with STA-1000 Synthetic Turf Adhesive. We had always used a popular one-part adhesive because we thought it was the only glue on the market for synthetic turf. We started looking for an alternative because of cost, difficulty with clean up, and set up time – not to mention time consumed in just getting the metal cans open. STA-1000 tool clean up is much easier because the adhesive dries in a more elastic state instead of rigid. Our crew has become much more efficient with the STA-1000 sports turf glue. The can opens easily with a rip cord and mixing the two parts is actually done in less time than it takes to get the other metal cans open to stir. The seam bond achieved also seems to be greater. Another advantage to STA-1000 is it comes in a turf green color. It makes accidental spills entirely unnoticeable. The greatest advantage, however, is excellent customer service and a knowledgeable staff always at the ready on the other end of the phone to help with questions – not only about the adhesive, but most technical questions you may have about synthetic turf. When our first order arrived on our job site Justin had flew in to Nevada from Pennsylvania to help us better understand the best techniques for seaming synthetic turf using STA-1000. Thanks again, Justin!"
     –Russel Richards, Geneva Sports Surfaces