How Do Clean Interlocking Patio Tiles Over Grass?

By Lisa Hobbie Created: May, 2021

over grass deliver a great flooring solution for outdoor parties, events, and traditional patio alternatives. They are designed to easily install over grass, so laying them is a breeze. They are typically super low maintenance and a breeze to clean - two features that make them so popular.

Of the high quality, interlocking patio tiles over grass that Greatmats offers, the following three are among the best and the easiest to clean:
  1. Perforated StayLock Tile
  2. Portable Outdoor Tile
  3. Ergo Matta Perforated Outdoor Tile

These three products are truly among the best you can buy if you’re looking for low maintenance, easy-to-clean and high performing interlocking patio tiles over grass.

GreatmatsPerforated StayLock TileGreatmatsPerforated StayLock Tile is a great option if you like a clean and classic, black look for your patio flooring or outdoor social space. (It’s also available in color options.)

These tiles are easy to install over grass without glue or adhesives, as they feature an active locking connector design that allows the tile to “float” over an outdoor surface. The tiles are 12 inches by 12 inches and feature a cushioned pedestal base. The surface boasts a non-slip texture and has a 20 inch fall height rating.

This product is made in the USA of durable PVC plastic material that is oil resistant, acid resistant, and waterproof. The tiles are designed to allow for excellent drainage. Once installed, they will not separate unintentionally, and they offer a quick and easy DIY installation.

To clean these tiles, all you need is a broom or leaf blower, hose, and for a deeper cleaning - a solution of vinegar and hot water or baking soda and hot water with a soft scrub brush or mop.

  1. Remove dust, dirt, and debris from the surface of the tile using a broom or leaf blower.
  2. Hose down the tile.
  3. If a deeper cleaning process is necessary, use the solution of your choice, mop or scrub the surface of the tile. The solution should be at least 75 percent water and 25 percent vinegar or baking soda. It is fast and simple to clean with vinegar or baking soda and hot water.
  4. Either spot scrub with a brush or mop - wringing the mop out first.



Portable Outdoor TilePortable Outdoor Tile is a great outdoor flooring solution that can be installed directly over grass - as well as dirt, gravel, sand, etc. It has a perforated surface with a non-slip surface texture that dries really fast, making it a safe option for outdoor flooring, even after a rain.

These 1x1 foot, lightweight tiles are constructed from a tough polypropylene material. They are very fast and simple to install with their DIY snap together construction, producing an effective all surface flooring tile that reduces the growth of mold and mildew.

To clean this tile, just use a broom or leaf blower, hose, and for a deep cleaning - common household floor cleaner with a mop.
  1. Remove dust, dirt, and debris from the surface of the tile using a broom or leaf blower.
  2. Hose down the tile.
  3. If a deeper cleaning process is necessary, use hot water and common household cleaner.
  4. Either spot scrub with a brush or mop. Wring the mop out first.



Ergo Matta Perforated Outdoor TileErgo Matta Perforated Outdoor Tile is among the most popular interlocking patio tiles over grass. Unlike wood or concrete deck material, this patio floor tile comes in vibrant and bright colors, and it is environmentally friendly, being made from recycled material.

These non absorbent PVC tiles feature a 20-inch ASTM fall height rating, and they can be installed on any flat surface. The attractive colors will not fade from direct sunlight, and the excellent drainage surface design keeps them looking clean and dry. The tiles are cushioned, and they are suitable for any climate. Laying them is a breeze.

To clean this tile, just use a broom or leaf blower, hose or pressure washer, and non-metal scrub brush.
  1. Remove dust, dirt, and debris from the surface of the tile using a broom or leaf blower.
  2. Hose down the tile or use a pressure washer to do the same.
  3. Spot scrub any stubborn areas with the non-metal scrub brush.

Greatmats - For the Best Interlocking Patio Tiles Over Grass That Are Easy To Clean

Greatmats really does offer the best variety of patio tiles that can be installed over real or artificial grass. There are pvc, rubber, and plastic options - with many others aside from those highlighted above. They are all high performing, easy to install, and attractive. The flooring solutions are affordable without looking cheap, and they are accompanied by Greatmats’ fabulous service and guarantees.

If you have questions about any of the patio tiles available at Greatmats, just reach out to the friendly staff who are standing by to assist you with your order. Regardless of the product you choose, you can feel confident in the fact that you’re getting the best when it comes from Greatmats.