Transform Your Lawn with Turf Colorants A Complete Guide
                     Using Turf Colorants 
for Visual 
Enhancement and 
Seasonal Maintenance
Why Turf Colorants Matter
Replace Overseeding Maintain Vibrant Color
Save valuable time and reduce Keep turf looking pristine during 
operational costs while natural dormancy periods and 
avoiding the unpredictability of stress conditions. Colorants 
seed shortages. Colorants ensure consistent green 
provide immediate results appearance when grass naturally 
without the lengthy turns brown or struggles due to 
establishment period required environmental factors.
for new grass growth.
Eco-Friendly Approach
Significantly reduce water usage and irrigation needs while 
promoting sustainable turf care practices. This environmentally 
conscious approach helps conserve precious water resources 
while maintaining beautiful landscapes.
Dramatic Visual Impact:
From Brown to Lush Green
Turf colorants deliver remarkable transformation results, instantly 
restoring dormant, brown grass to a vibrant, natural-looking green 
that rivals actively growing turf. This dramatic visual enhancement 
makes colorants particularly valuable for high-profile venues and 
events.
The technology proves especially beneficial for high-visibility events 
such as professional golf tournaments, championship sports 
matches, and televised athletic competitions where pristine turf 
appearance is crucial for maintaining professional standards and 
visual appeal.
• Instant transformation from dormant brown to vibrant green
• Natural-looking results that fool even trained eyes
• Perfect for broadcasting and photography requirements
•Maintains consistent color throughout event duration
Types of Turf Colorants: Paints, Pigments, and 
Dyes 1 2 3
Paints Pigments Dyes
Contains 10-40% binder content Features minimal binder content, Water-soluble formulations primarily 
providing high opacity and making them ideal for short-term used as application indicators rather 
exceptional durability. Perfect for applications on actively growing turf. than providing long-term opacity or 
dormant turf applications where long- Best suited for quick color corrections color enhancement. These products 
lasting color retention is essential, and temporary enhancements, lasting help ensure even coverage during 
typically maintaining vibrant approximately 1-2 weeks before natural application but don't offer the lasting 
appearance for 30-45 days without growth dilutes the color. visual impact of paints or pigments.
reapplication.
Application Timing &
Techniques for Best Results
01 02
Optimal Timing Sequential Applications
Apply colorants during shoulder seasons or early Plan sequential applications every 30-45 days 
dormancy phases, before complete brown-out throughout winter months to maintain consistent 
occurs. This proactive approach ensures better color depth and coverage. This systematic 
adhesion and more natural-looking results while approach ensures continuous visual appeal 
extending the effective coverage period. without color fading or patchiness.
03 04
Coverage Compatibility Testing
ARpaptley s2-8 gallons of colorant per acre depending Always conduct compatibility testing when 
on desired opacity and grass condition. Multiple mixing colorants with fertilizers, pesticides, or 
light passes often provide better coverage and other turf treatments to prevent chemical 
durability than single heavy applications. reactions that could damage grass or reduce 
colorant effectiveness.
Practical Tips & Considerations
Heat Stress Avoidance Product Selection Equipment 
Strategy Maintenance
Never apply colorants during Use pigments for quick Clean all application 
periods of heat stress or touch-ups and corrections on equipment thoroughly 
drought conditions, as this actively growing grass where immediately after use to 
can exacerbate turf damage temporary color prevent clogging, 
and create uneven color enhancement is needed. contamination, and product 
distribution. Wait for cooler Reserve paints for dormant buildup that can affect future 
temperatures and adequate turf requiring long-term color applications and
soil moisture. retention and durability. equipment performance.
Reach Us At
Us Specialty Coatings
1000 McFarland 400 Blvd 
Alpharetta, GA 30004
770-740-8123
[email protected]
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