Artificial grass matting is typically unavoidable and will begin to happen after years of use, similar to scratches on the floor. However, you can greatly extend the time frame that your lawn looks "newly installed" by following a few purchasing tips. Keep reading to learn more!
There are many factors involved in the installation process, such as the type of binding or which infill is used. In this article, we will cover installations from A to Z, listing the steps taken to ensure a successful installation. You will be able to calculate the price for your artificial turf project online and request a customized estimate
Will My Artificial Grass Get Hot?
This is a commonly asked question from our customers regarding their purchase of artificial grass. We understand the concern, and we’re here to gladly give you the best information possible to put some of your worries to rest. Artificial grasses can reach up to 30-40% warmer than the ambient temperature when sitting under direct sunlight.
The very first synthetic grass installation took place in 1964 at Moses Brown School in Providence, Rhode Island. What was only supposed to be used as a way to improve and increase youth’s physical fitness in the 1960s has sprouted into an entire industry! The incredible industry we know today as the synthetic grass industry. The “chemgrass” installed at Moses Brown eventually became known as the all popular “Astroturf.”
When it comes to artificial grass, it’s all in the plastic. This includes the intricate combination of white plastic pellets and green plastic pellets that hold the colors, U.V. stabilizers, and additives. This creates the nice green colored grass you typically think of when artificial grass comes to mind. There are, however, other colors that have been developed, which have added a vibrant and unique touch to different types of spaces. These colors stay true over the years due to U.V. inhibitors that are built into the grass.
Let’s get technical for a moment and go through some important components of artificial grass. Knowing these and being familiar with them will help you make the best choice when it comes to purchasing your very own artificial grass.
For most of us, synthetic grass becomes the only option that can immediately bring back our beautiful green lawn and avoid painful bills, dirt, and bugs. Let's see what our clients say!