If you struggle to find time to maintain your lawn, you are not alone. Many homeowners love having a large yard, but they do not like the constant upkeep that traditional lawns require. Mowing, trimming, fertilizing and watering can leave you feeling like a full-time landscaper.

These are a few of the reasons why many homeowners are turning to artificial grass to give them the lawns of their dreams. Fake grass is gaining popularity, especially in areas that have had prolonged droughts or where rainfall is traditionally low. Homeowners in the Southwest have longed for green backyards, but the desert climate is not suitable to sustain lush green trass without plenty of interventions from the homeowner. People in states like California have also seen their lawns turn brown due to hot conditions and necessary water conservation.

Fake grass for recreation and landscaping is growing rapidly. It is estimated that fake grass fields are growing 10% to 15% a year in the U.S. What kind of applications are homeowners using fake grass for?

• Residential Lawns
• Dog runs
• Pool surrounds
• Rooftops
• Play areas
• Putting greens
• Decorative borders between patio pavers

What is Artificial Grass?

Artificial grass from Turfscape is a technically-advanced surface that is safe, durable and comfortable. Fake grass consists of filaments which are threaded into a backing that lets water through. This backing is laid on a drainage layer, usually compacted gravel, and then fastened along the perimeter. 

Artificial grass is the right surface for your yard if:

• You are tired of watering the lawn because it’s a waste of water, the water bill is too high, or you live in a low-water area.
• Mowing is physically taxing for you. Many people hurt their backs from the bending and stooping that mowing and weeding require.
• You are concerned about using fertilizers, herbicides, and chemicals on the lawn.
• Having a lawn that looks green all year is important to you.
• You have dogs or pets.

Saving Money With Artificial Grass

Professionally laid sod is inexpensive, only costing 30 to 60 cents a square foot. But looks can be deceiving. As many homeowners know, that initial investment comes with many added on costs. Ensuring the health of your lawn requires constant fertilizing and watering. It also requires other expenditures, like buying and maintaining a lawnmower. After a long, cold winter, your lawn can look like a battlefield, with brown spots, dead spots, mud, holes and other problems that it takes more money and time to fix. If you’ve ever lamented the sudden appearance of weeds, you know that eliminating unsightly weeds is yet another expense.

With natural grass, your work is never done. But with artificial grass, once it’s installed, your artificial turf lawn is practically free for the next decade. 

Saving Water With Artificial Grass

According to the Southern Nevada Water Authority, a homeowner saves 55 gallons of water each year for every square foot of grass that is replaced with fake grass. In some areas, city government and utilities offer rebates and other incentive programs to help pay for conversion from natural grass to fake grass.

Saving Time With Artificial Grass

The author of the book “American Green: The Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Lawn” estimates that it takes the average homeowner at least 150 hours a year to keep a natural lawn looking in top shape. If you want that time back, consider a turf lawn from Turfscape.

Artificial Grass Looks Natural

Artificial grass can look just as real as natural grass. Synthetic turf is available in styles and colors that match the natural growing grass in your location. Your installer can make recommendations about what kind of fake grass is best for your landscape. Turfscape is ready to help you see the benefits and advantages to fake grass for your home, business or public space.

Check out our synthetic grass line for all of your lawn needs!

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