Backyard Reflections

Putting aside the hefty installation costs, there are some significant advantages to having an artificial grass lawn rather than a natural grass lawn. With increased concerns about water conservation and the health risks associated with fertilizers and pesticides, homeowners are increasingly turning to artificial grass. 

Discover more about what artificial grass is, the advantages and disadvantages of having it, and some things to consider before deciding whether artificial turf is the correct choice for you from a landscape services provider.

What Is Artificial Grass?

In order to cover the ground in a yard, people often use artificial grass composed of plastic materials that seem like real grass. When compared to the original AstroTurf from the 1960s, synthetic grass seems remarkably lifelike, and it can offer homeowners the wonderful colorful, lush lawn they prefer no matter the season.

Pros

• Water restrictions. Artificial grass makes it simple to comply with, decreasing water consumption considerably while maintaining the aesthetic criteria imposed by homeowners’ groups. Conserving water is not only environmentally friendly, but it is also cost-effective.

• No harmful chemical residues. Herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers are not needed to keep artificial grass looking great and free of insects. As a result, your family and the environment are both safer.

• Durability. Artificial turf is made from materials that can endure practically any form of torture. It’s dog and varmint proof, stain and fade-resistant, and won’t fray at the edges.

• Non-toxic. According to outdoor living contractors, one of the best features of artificial grass is that it is created without the use of hazardous ingredients.

• Safer surface. While running or playing on natural grass, children (and adults and pets) can trip over dips and humps. Fake grass is always uniformly smooth. 

• Return on investment. Artificial grass pays for itself in a few years by saving you money on lawn maintenance. Then it’s all savings. And a nice faux grass lawn increases your home’s worth.

Cons

• Surface heat. Artificial turf might feel hot to the touch because it holds more heat than natural grass. Some methods of infill can also increase the temperature of the surface.

• Artificial grass can’t burn, but it can melt if it comes into contact with something hot, such as hot charcoal, or if it is exposed to intense reflected sunlight from a window. Fake grass, on the other hand, may be fixed.

• Odor build-up. If you don’t clean up messes on artificial turf, they will fester, just as on natural grass. Certain forms of infill are also prone to odor retention.

• Toxic run-off concerns. Water run-off from crumb rubber infill used to be a concern for families, pets, and the environment. Years of research have demonstrated negligible harmful residue levels, and today there are various alternatives.

Backyard Reflections is happy to serve the west metro, Annandale, and Brainerd Lakes communities with unique design, competent lighting design landscape, and exceptional customer service.

Call us at (320) 640-2626 in Annandale, (218) 220-2785 in Nisswa or fill out our online form to schedule your no-obligation consultation. Call us at (320) 640-2626 in Annandale, (218) 220-2785 in Nisswa or fill out our online form to schedule your no-obligation consultation.