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Science & Safety

WHAT WE PUT ON YOUR TURF.

AND WHY IT'S COMPLETELY SAFE.

Every product we use is EPA-registered, independently tested, and specifically chosen because it cleans without harming your turf fibers, infill, or the people and pets who use it.

🧬EPA Registered
🐕Pet-Safe in 30 Minutes
🧒Child-Safe Formula
✅Turf-Fiber Safe
🔬Science-Backed Protocol
📋Fully Documented
What's in the bucket

Three products. That's it.
We don't experiment on your yard.

Most cleaning companies won't tell you exactly what they spray on your turf. We tell you everything.

01Enzyme Odor Eliminator
Nature's Miracle Pro Enzyme
Enzyme Treatment · Shield Pro & Elite
Destroys uric acid crystals at the molecular level. Not masking. Gone.
How it works:

Uric acid crystals from pet urine bond to synthetic turf fibers and infill. Water cannot dissolve them — it spreads them. Enzyme treatment uses biological catalysts (protease and urease enzymes) that break the molecular bonds holding uric acid together. The crystal dissolves. The odor source is eliminated. This is why enzyme treatment works when everything else fails.

✓Pet-safe after 30-minute dry time
✓Child-safe after 30-minute dry time
✓Non-toxic, biodegradable formula
✓Safe for all synthetic turf fiber types
✓Safe for crumb rubber and silica infill
✓No fiber degradation at recommended dilution
What it eliminates:
Uric acid crystalsPet odorBacterial compoundsOrganic waste residue
Used on: Shield Pro and Shield Elite plans
02Hospital-Grade Disinfectant
Benefect Botanical Disinfectant
Sanitization · All Plans
The same standard used in hospitals. Applied to your backyard.
How it works:

Benefect uses thymol — a compound derived from thyme oil — as its active ingredient. Thymol disrupts the cell membranes of bacteria and viruses, causing them to break down. Unlike bleach-based disinfectants, thymol is plant-derived and degrades naturally without leaving toxic residue. EPA registration means it has been independently tested and confirmed to eliminate specific pathogens at stated concentrations.

✓EPA Registration No. 72977-1
✓Pet-safe immediately after drying
✓Child-safe — no rinse required
✓No bleach, no ammonia, no harsh chemicals
✓Plant-derived active ingredient (thymol)
✓Biodegrades naturally after application
✓Safe for synthetic turf fibers and infill
✓Kills 99.99% of listed pathogens on contact
Pathogens eliminated:
E. coliSalmonellaMRSAParvo (CPV)ListeriaStaph
Used on: All plans
03Surface Cleaning
Simple Green Pro HD
General Cleaning · Shield Essential
Professional-grade clean without the harsh chemicals.
How it works:

Simple Green Pro HD uses a biodegradable surfactant system that lifts dirt, debris, and surface contaminants from turf fibers. Unlike petroleum-based degreasers, it does not degrade synthetic fiber coatings or leach into infill. It rinses completely clean leaving no residue.

✓Non-toxic, non-flammable
✓Biodegradable surfactants
✓No phosphates
✓Safe for all turf fiber types
✓Safe for crumb rubber and silica infill
✓Pet and child safe after rinse
Used on: Shield Essential plan
Never on your turf

What we never put on your turf.

These common cleaning products damage turf fibers, degrade infill, or leave harmful residue. We don't use any of them. Ever.

❌ Bleach
Bleach degrades synthetic turf fiber coatings over time and can discolor UV-stabilized materials. It also creates harmful byproducts when it reacts with organic matter in the infill. We never use bleach-based products on turf.
❌ Ammonia-Based Cleaners
Ammonia is actually a component of pet urine — using it to clean pet turf can attract animals back to the same spot and encourage re-marking. Never used.
❌ Petroleum-Based Degreasers
Petroleum compounds can leach into crumb rubber infill and degrade the polymer coatings on synthetic fibers, shortening turf lifespan significantly.
❌ High-pH Alkaline Cleaners
Highly alkaline products can break down the latex backing on artificial turf over time, causing fiber separation and structural failure.
❌ Pressure Washing at High PSI
High-pressure water above 1,500 PSI can displace infill, damage fiber attachment, and push bacteria deeper rather than removing it. We use controlled-pressure fan tips only.
❌ Fragranced Masking Sprays
Scented sprays cover odor without treating the source. Uric acid crystals remain and odor returns within days. We eliminate the source — we don't mask it.
Investment protection

Your turf investment is protected.

The Shield Protocol is specifically designed to clean without damaging the turf you paid $10,000–20,000 to install.

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Fiber Integrity
Our products are tested at recommended dilutions on polyethylene and polypropylene turf fibers — the two most common synthetic materials in St. George installations. No degradation. No discoloration. No UV protection loss.
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Infill Compatibility
Both crumb rubber and silica sand infill are chemically inert and unaffected by our enzyme and disinfectant products at applied concentrations. The infill is redistributed and rebalanced — not contaminated.
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Backing Integrity
Our products do not compromise the latex or polyurethane backing that holds turf fibers in place. We never use high-pH alkaline products that cause backing degradation — the leading cause of premature turf failure.
Why location matters

Why St. George is different.

St. George averages 300+ days of sunshine and summer temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F. This matters for artificial turf maintenance in two specific ways:

1. Bacteria multiply 3x faster above 90°F.

The thermophilic bacteria that live in turf infill — including E. coli and Salmonella — reproduce significantly faster at elevated temperatures. A yard that would take 6 weeks to reach harmful bacterial levels in a cooler climate reaches the same levels in 2–3 weeks during a St. George summer.

2. Uric acid crystals concentrate faster.

The rapid evaporation caused by desert heat accelerates the concentration of uric acid crystals in the infill. This is why pet odor in St. George yards is significantly stronger than in the same yard in a cooler climate.

This is why the Shield Protocol uses enzyme treatment as a core step — not an add-on. In St. George's climate, enzyme treatment isn't optional. It's essential.

Science questions

Questions we actually get asked.

Will your products void my turf warranty?
No. We only use products that are safe for synthetic turf fibers and infill at recommended dilutions. Our enzyme treatment and disinfectant do not contain the agents (bleach, ammonia, petroleum solvents, high-pH alkalines) that turf manufacturers typically exclude in warranty terms. If you have a specific warranty concern, share your warranty document and we'll review it with you before your first service.
Is the enzyme treatment safe for my specific dog breed?
Yes. Nature's Miracle Pro is formulated to be safe for all dog breeds after a 30-minute drying period. If your dog has known chemical sensitivities, we recommend keeping them inside during service and for 45 minutes after — contact Will to discuss your specific situation.
How do you know the bacteria is actually eliminated and not just suppressed?
Benefect Botanical has EPA registration based on independent laboratory testing at specific contact times and concentrations. EPA registration is not self-reported — it requires verified efficacy data. When we apply Benefect at label concentrations and allow proper contact time, the listed pathogens are eliminated per EPA-verified testing. We follow label instructions exactly on every visit.
Can the enzyme treatment damage my turf fibers?
No. Enzyme treatments work through biological catalysis — they target organic compounds (uric acid, proteins) not synthetic materials. Polyethylene and polypropylene turf fibers are not affected by enzyme activity at any practical concentration.
My turf has crumb rubber infill — is that safe?
Yes. Crumb rubber (styrene-butadiene rubber) is chemically stable and not affected by our cleaning products. Our enzyme treatment and disinfectant do not dissolve or leach into crumb rubber at applied concentrations.
Clean science. Clean turf. Clean guarantee.

Every Shield Protocol visit uses exactly what you read on this page — nothing more, nothing hidden. If you have a question about any product we use, text Will directly.

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