Artificial Grass

Desert environment is not great for growing lawn grass. If you want to keep them in good shape and looking healthy, you will need to water it constantly, and it is going to cost you a lot in the long run. Using artificial turf can save you a lot of trouble and money.

Installing grass in your yard or in a playground is going to be a huge investment. But the cost of installing the grass is only the beginning. If you want to keep the grass looking good, you will need to spend a lot more on maintenance and to water the grass. The cost of maintenance can go significantly up if the weather in your area is hostile to plants. Well, it is in Dubai. Therefore, opting for artificial grass is the most sensible option. This article will tell you everything you need to know about artificial turf. Having a better understanding of artificial grass will help you.

Guide to artificial turf

If you have ever tried to grow natural grass, you would know by now that it is not an easy task. Especially because the weather is so dry and hot, and water is expensive, maintaining real grass can get really expensive over time. So, it makes perfect sense to invest in artificial grass. Even though you will have to spend a lot of money at first, it will help you recoup your money within the lifetime of the grass. What is even better is that the grass will look green all year round and you don’t have to ever worry about mowing it. However, artificial turf comes in an assortment of colours and materials. So, let us explore some important factors and tips on how to choose the best.

Benefits of artificial turf

If artificial turf is growing in popularity, and more and more people are opting to replace grass lawns by artificial lawns, there must be a reason for that. Not surprisingly, artificial grass offers a number of benefits over real grass. The primary reason is the maintenance cost. Unlike real grass, artificial grass requires little to no maintenance. Because it does not grow or overgrow, you don’t have to water the grass or trim to keep it looking good. Also, if the artificial grass is covering the yard, kids won’t be able to scoop dirt from the ground. So, you can let them play on the grass without worrying.

Disadvantages of artificial turf

The biggest reason that keeps people from switching to artificial turf is the initial cost of installation. As compared to real grass, the cost of installation of artificial grass can be five or six times more. Even though the maintenance cost can be low, the initial cost is a big downside. Another disadvantage of artificial grass is that it does not look as good as well-kept real grass. And when you consider the environmental impact of both, the manufacturing process of artificial turf does produce some chemicals that are potentially harmful. However, the real impact depends on how the manufacturer handles these chemicals.

Maintenance of artificial turf

While it is true that artificial grass does not require as much maintenance as real grass, that doesn’t mean it doesn’t require any maintenance at all. Because artificial grass does not have the natural mechanism to clean itself, you will need to wash it once in a while with water to remove dust and dirt. And in case if you spill something sticky on the artificial grass, you have to clean it before it dries. Also, spilling drinks and food particles and leaving it on the turf can cause bacterial growth over the turf. If you take care of these simple things, your turf will remain clean and free of dirt.

Durability of artificial turf

Another concern people have about artificial grass is about its durability. Because it cost a lot, expecting it to last for a really long time is not too much to ask for. So, how durable is artificial grass? In fact, they are pretty durable. Under normal use and with proper care, it can last for a lifetime. This depends on the quality of the turf, though. Good quality turf has UV stabilisers in it that prevents it from fading because of the constant exposure to sunlight. High-end turf can even survive claws of animals or even scratches from sharp objects.