Installing an artificial lawn can eliminate many backyard problems associated with natural grass. Artificial grass lasts for years without losing its color from direct sunlight. The initial cost may seem excessive, but when divided up over the possible number of years the lawn will remain in place, its actually very affordable plus you receive the benefits of less maintenance costs. It can also help to eliminate common problems homeowners with natural grass lawns face on a regular basis.
Excessive Water Usage
In areas where drought is a major concern, an artificial lawn can eliminate the need for daily watering. Homeowners who live in states like California who have problems with drought conditions can face hefty fines if they are caught watering their lawn. If they live in a neighborhood where lawn maintenance is required, keeping their lawn looking green and well kept is a must. If they allow their grass to turn brown it can result in large fines. Installing artificial grass keeps the lawn looking green all year round, in all types of weather conditions.
An artificial lawn has an intricate network of channels and trails that allow water to drain away. This allows the water to run off into a larger water or drainage systems. The multitude of channels prevents standing water in low lying areas of the lawn. In a lawn made of natural grass, this would result in brown patches that would take weeks to return to its normal state. Synthetic turf does not fade or discolor during severe weather conditions.
No Harsh Fertilizers or Pesticides
With artificial grass, no harsh chemical pesticides or fertilizers are needed. Certain soil types make it difficult to maintain adequate new growth to support a thick, healthy lawn. Fertilizers and pesticides can also have a devastating impact on the environment. Installing synthetic turf means no more weekly applications of fertilizers or weedkillers. Because artificial grass blocks weed seeds from gaining access to fertile soil, typically there are no weeds to kill. Synthetic grass retains its rich, green color all year long so there is no need for fertilizer or reseeding.
No Expensive Equipment to Maintain
Once artificial grass is installed, there is no need to maintain expensive pieces of lawn equipment. Lawn mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, rollers, and thatchers are no longer needed to maintain the yard.
- No more gas and oil to buy when servicing lawn mowers and trimmers
- No more blades to sharpen
- No more string to replace
- No more costly repairs if a piece of equipment breaks down or a component wears out due to excessive use
Large lawns can require several hours of time each week to maintain. With synthetic turf, there is no need to waste time doing lawn work when it can be spent with family or taking care of other important projects. Synthetic grass saves homeowners both time and money and over the span of its lifetime, can save hundreds of thousands of dollars.
No Need for All Day Sunlight
One of the biggest problems homeowners face when it comes to keeping their lawns green and lush is the need for adequate sunlight. Installing a synthetic lawn eliminates the need for direct sunlight. Unlike natural grass, synthetic grass will remain green and healthy looking even in the darkest areas of the lawn. It can be easily installed in areas where large trees block out the sun or in areas of the lawn that are blocked from receiving direct sunlight by buildings or other obstructions. Whether it is installed in wide open areas or next to large trees, synthetic grass requires no sunlight to maintain its fresh, well groomed look.
