What Is Solid Tine Aeration

What is it? One of the simplest ways to refresh a lawn and combat compaction. You punch holes in the surface of the grass with solid metal spikes. These holes can be up to six inches deep. No soil is actually removed, so the holes naturally fill back up quickly.

What are solid tines?

About Solid Tines A solid-pronged fork helps improve air flow and rain percolation throughout your landscape. Solid tines are metal spikes that you punch into the surface of your lawn. They can be up to six inches deep, sometimes more. To use it, go over your lawn carefully with the fork.

How long will aeration last?

While aeration itself can take just a couple of hours, depending on the size of your commercial property, plugs typically break down in about two weeks.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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