If your weekends are filled with mowing, fertilizing, watering, and weeding, it may be time to consider artificial turf. Luckily with today’s amazing scientific advances in artificial grass, we are able to recreate the perfect grass for any situation or circumstance. There are so many varieties to choose from for every purpose imaginable, and artificial grass features very little maintenance, no disease problems, no pests, no more mud, no wear and tear and no more fighting the elements for that perfect lawn or strip of grass.
Below are 9 really compelling reasons to choose artificial grass. They are definitely worth a close examination, especially if you enjoy that perfect lawn without all the work and hassle.
1. Looks Great
If you want a perfect looking, consistently green and manicured grassy area or lawn year-round, then artificial grass is the way to go. Without a tremendous time and resource investment on a year-round basis, there is not a better solution. You can also say goodbye to brown, dormant grass for 6 months a year and hello to a perfectly green yard all year long.
2. Very Low Maintenance
Regardless of how many times it is said, minimal maintenance is one of the key benefits of artificial turf. Time that would normally be spent for lawn care can now be used for family activities or relaxation.
3. Saves Water
As our water resources become more and more strained and harder to secure, artificial grass will become more important to our pocketbooks and environment.
4. A Time Saver
Instead of spending 3 – 4 hours each week for 8 months a year maintaining natural grass, that time can be spent doing other endeavors. If you add all that time up over the eight months of the natural grass growing season, it equates to 100 plus hours of time spent growing natural turf. That’s more than 4 entire days that can be rescued if artificial grass is installed.
5. Reduces Allergies
itchy eyes, and coughing go hand in hand with lawn care. Grasses contribute to a lot of airborne allergies. Artificial grass eliminates this issue. It also eliminates mold and mildew which can grow in natural grasses that may not drain well. An artificial lawn eliminates these allergens, leaving you free to breathe easier without having to regularly pop allergy pills.
6. Environmentally Friendly
Without the need to send grass clippings to the local dump, add fertilizer, pest and weed control chemicals and anti-fungal concoctions to the environment, artificial grass becomes a good solution for remaining as environmentally friendly as possible.
7. Durable
In natural grass, high volumes of foot traffic can lead to pathways, ruts or bare spots in lawns and gardens. Artificial turf is extremely resilient and resists the constant pressure of being walked on. The blades of the turf will bounce back and remain upright as long as the filler is in place. Our artificial grass is made out of extreme weather resistant material. This means it will survive the winter cold, the summer heat, and the spring rain and everything else in between! The UV resistance of our grass means it won’t dry out and turn a horrible yellow colour in the summer or look dull and messy in the winter.
8. Safe for Kids & Pets
Children and pets can play on artificial turf without fear of being exposed to harmful pesticides, fertilizers or other toxic chemicals used in maintaining a natural grass lawn. Artificial grass contains no toxins and there won’t be any added chemicals from fertilizers, pest control or weed control chemicals.
Taller pile heights of artificial grass such as ours make for a softer lawn, which is ideal for rough tumble and play. The artificial grass won’t graze children’s skin, and for added peace of mind, you can even install shock pads underneath, providing children with cushioning in case of any slips or falls.
An artificial lawn is also dog and pet friendly. Not only does it make clearing up their mess considerably easier, it also is more durable to stand up to the tests of pet ownership.
9. Saves Money
One of the most prominent benefits of artificial turf is its long lasting value and cost effectiveness. While it seems expense at first, it is actual an investment that can improve the value of your home for several years. Dividing the cost of the turf and its installation over the years it will remain in place and taking into consideration the minimal amount of money and time spent on maintenance, the turf will pay for itself in a few short years.
Is Artificial Grass Right for You?
There are many considerations to weigh when it comes to deciding if artificial or natural grass is the best option for your project. In the end, if you desire to save a lot of time, enjoy a low maintenance area, a green lawn year-round, an environmentally friendly solution and turf that will be at home in the sun or dense shade, then artificial grass may be the way to go.
