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Artificial Turf Is the Lawn of the Future

September 12, 2016

These days, more and more people are trying to cut back on water use. Because of this, artificial turf seems to be the lawn of the future. Unlike real grass, artificial turf does not need to be watered. That’s not the only reason people are taking notice, though. It also looks great year round with almost no care. Sports teams, too, have seen why they should use artificial turf on their fields. Bad weather can affect the look and safety of a field anywhere in the country. Turf offers a longer playing season for teams because it holds up to any weather. Local turf experts, Watersavers Turf, have over 28 years of landscaping experience and can help you make the switch.

What People Like About Synthetic Turf

There is no need to mow, water, or feed a faux lawn. Taking care of synthetic turf is a matter of brushing or blowing debris off as needed. Because it looks perfect and can be used all year long, it’s become a favored surface for golf courses, landscape design, and sports fields.

Less chance of injuries, good looks, no water needed, and a great playing surface? These all add to the demand for synthetic turf. Whether you want a perfect lawn or a new sports field, synthetic turf is the answer.

New Trends

In 2009, there were 5,500 faux grass sports fields in the United States. The Association of Synthetic Grass Installers says that in that same year more than 60 million square feet of fake grass was installed. Installs are now up 20 percent from 2006.

In places like the San Francisco Bay Area, local leaders want more people to try and save water. Many are giving rebates to those who install turf lawns. This has made homeowners see the money-saving benefits of this choice.

Fake vs. Real Grass—Money Matters 

Rebates are not the only way fake grass helps people save money. Cory Jenner, of Appel Osborne Landscape Architecture, points out that it’s “more cost-effective [than real grass] over time.” This is because the amount of money spent on caring for a lawn adds up quickly. Between water use, landscaping, and repairs, grass lawns cost money all year. If you take care of your lawn, you need to buy mowers, rakes, and other tools. If you hire someone to do it, you can spend a lot of money. If you manage a large property, you might have to pay someone on staff to care for your lawn. No matter what you do, it will always cost you money.

Fake grass, on the other hand, needs very little care. The type of care it does need doesn’t involve any big tools. On top of that, it’s simple, so there’s no need to hire someone to do the work. As such, it’s a big money-saver. This is true for homes but also is the case for sports venues. Most sports games do a lot of damage to a field. When players run over it in cleats or tackle each other, the grass can get in pretty bad shape. The result is a constant need for repairs. With a fake grass option, much less money needs to be spent during the season.

It also means more money can be earned. Teams won’t ever need to cancel games because rain made the field unsafe.

Saving Planet Earth with Faux Grass 

Thanks to the green movement, people across the world are trying to do what they can to save the planet. This means taking the kinds of steps that will keep them from using up resources. Saving water is a key part of that process.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the average American uses 80-100 gallons of water per day. Much of this is used to water lawns. In regions like the SF Bay Area, this can lead to drought.

One way in which people have gone green is by using faux grass for their lawns. Of course, there is only so much a person can do to use less water for showers and cleaning. But getting a lawn that doesn’t need to be watered is a simple step to take. It’s also a step that will make a big difference. 

Saving our water and keeping the planet clean are causes that everyone wants to lend a hand in. To find out more about faux grass, contact Watersavers Turf for the best products for your home, business or sports field. Find an SF Bay Area location near you, or call 844-974-8873.

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