Benefits Of Artificial Grass

As pleasant-looking and –feeling as natural grass is, it nevertheless possesses a series of characteristics which make it less than ideal in certain situations. Not only does it require considerable maintenance in order to maintain its vivid look, but it may also not be suited to certain climates or soils.

These particularities are a major factor behind the rise in popularity of artificial grass. Much more durable than natural grass, not to mention weather-proof and requiring a minimum of upkeep, this material has slowly but surely been catching up to, and oftentimes replacing, its natural partner. There are certain circumstances where turf, as it is also called, can definitely constitute the better option, and even in situations where either choice would work, synthetic turf can still hold a number of advantages over natural grass. The lines below provide a few examples to illustrate this point.

Advantages of Artificial Grass               

As noted above, artificial grass is significantly more weather-resistant than natural grass. Rolls of turf also tend to be durable, enduring a fair amount of wear and tear, and require very little by way of trimming or tending once they have been laid down. The majority of artificial turf options are also excellent for turf baseball fields or homes with pets and children, as, unlike real grass, they cannot be dug up or through and do not generate mud – a parent’s dream!

When To Go With Artificial Grass

The characteristics outlined above make artificial turf suitable for a variety of situations. Elderly people, who are no longer able to tend after a real lawn, will find turf carpets to be an excellent, alternative for their back garden, which requires no upkeep and will stay permanently verdant, smooth and even. Holiday home-owners may also find it an excellent option for their summer or winter homes, as unlike real grass it does not require them to be physically present to tend after it regularly. Finally, as noted above, homes with children and pets may also benefit from this type of lawn, as opposed to a natural and easily damageable one.

Despite its growing popularity among private homeowners, however, it is for its role in public spaces that artificial grass continues to be best known. While parks continue to go with natural grass as a general rule, almost every other public space has opted for artificial turf, or astro-turf, as the perfect lining for their floors. Swimming pools, for example, often employ it, as it allows for safe barefoot padding without creating muddy footprints as a result.

Similarly, roof gardens where the covering is too light to support natural grass often go with substitute, as do dog runs and kennels, to prevent the pooches from digging holes or otherwise damaging the ground beneath them. Finally, areas of heavy public use, such as playgrounds or event grounds, also often resort to artificial grass to cover their floors. This is due to the fact that, as noted above, this material is capable of withstanding significant wear and tear, which makes it the perfect surface for children to play on or partygoers to tramp over. Perhaps if they forwent the usual meadows for astro-turf expanses, festival organisers would not have such woes once the event is over and they are forced to repair damages to the grass!

It is clear, then, that there are a number of situations in which artificial grass is more suitable than its natural counterpart. While many continue to dismiss this material as looking phony or tacky, or to regard it as a poor man’s substitute for a real lawn, the truth is, using it instead of natural grass can often make a home or landowner’s life much simpler and more hassle-free. Fortunately, more and more people have been catching on to that fact, and artificial lawns are enjoying a resurgence the world over!