A backyard pool is a great place to escape the heat. Whether it’s the kids enjoying a swim after school, family visiting from out of town or neighbors just dropping by, you can make that experience an even better one with artificial grass. Choosing the type of landscaping you want for the area surrounding your pool, you’ll want something that will always look good, that’s safe, and that’s durable enough to endure the traffic and water. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

NON SLIP

If you have concrete or bricks around your pool, you and your family are at risk of getting seriously injured. Not only can concrete and bricks around your pool get incredibly hot and cause second-degree burns, but when wet, they become slippery.

The artificial turf will get wet, but it won’t be as slick as concrete or bricks. When you or your kids have a forgetful moment and take off running for the water, the artificial turf will keep you safer. In addition, turf can be softer and more forgiving. If someone should slip and fall, the damage may not be as extensive as it would be if they hit concrete. Artificial turf is a safe, non-slip surface, which makes it ideal for use around a pool area.

KEEP THE AREA CLEAN

Artificial grass will not get muddy from all of that extra water; whereas, natural grass surely would. Since concrete and bricks can get so hot, you may find that you and your kids head to the grass when you get out of the pool. This will certainly be cooler, but the increased amount of water will result in muddy areas. If you’re hoping to keep your pool area as clean as possible, then adding artificial grass around the pool is in your best interest. This will keep mud, grass blades, and leaves from getting into the water. It can also prevent these items from getting into your house.

Natural grass is also home to a variety of different insects. Puddles in the yard can attract even more. The more bugs around your pool, the more chances there are of them getting in your pool. If you don’t want to spend a lot of time skimming the surface of the water to get rid of bug corpses, then consider putting artificial grass around your pool.

RESISTANT TO CHEMICALS

Having a pool means that you need chemicals to keep it clean. If you have natural grass around your pool, the chemicals may kill it. Artificial grass is resistant to a wide variety of chemicals. and you don’t need to use fertilizers or weed killers to make it look good. That makes it the best option to add to the decking of your pool to keep your pool and people safe. In addition, if you use fertilizers or weed killers on your grass, these might get into the pool.

GOOD DRAINAGE

Too much water is not good for grass or most plants, but an artificial turf can handle excessive water just fine. The permeable backing also allows the water to properly drain so that you do not have to worry about puddles. Should it get into the grass, it may not be able to drain properly, which will result in puddles and mud. If that water gets onto concrete or bricks, it can also create puddles, which can then create slip hazards.

One of the benefits of artificial turf is that it drains completely. That means after your kid has a pool party and they have a cannonball contest, there won’t be puddles in the grass or mud. When those kids climb in and out of the pool, they won’t track dirt or wet grass all over to pool decking, into the pool, or even into the house. When you install artificial grass around swimming pools, you won’t have to worry about the water that builds up on the deck. Artificial grass is designed with drainage capabilities in mind.

AESTHETIC APPEAL

Not only can fake grass around your pool improve safety, but it can also make the area aesthetically appealing. Artificial turf has advanced since it was first introduced. No longer does it look like a green plastic mat that you’ve placed around your pool. State-of-the-art synthetic grass can look almost exactly like a natural lawn. Artificial turf will make a stunning and beautiful contrast to the pool water.

WATER CONSERVATION

We need to be mindful of ways we can conserve water. This does not mean that you have to give up your swimming pool, but it does mean that you might want to look at low-water landscaping options for the area around your pool. This, of course, would include a variety of pool deck materials, such as paving stones, bricks, wood or concrete. It also includes artificial grass, which can be used alone or in conjunction with another of these materials to create an attractive pool area for you, your family and your guests to enjoy.

IN CONCLUSION

Artificial turf is a natural addition to the landscape around the pool for many reasons. It offers excellent drainage, is non-slip, and is exceptionally durable. Artificial turf provides a distinct backyard setting along with practical benefits for almost any lifestyle. Whether you have children who love additional play areas or are looking for a low maintenance clean look, artificial turf can work in conjunction with almost any design style.