Comments on: artificial grass? really?

By: Arizona outdoor golf greens

Arizona outdoor golf greens — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 21:49:54 +0000

I’ll add in with the others that artificial grass isn’t what it used to be. It used to basically be a spiny green carpet, whereas they’ve gotten really good at blending the appearance so that it looks/feels right.

By: sports turf perth

sports turf perth — Wed, 11 May 2011 07:28:33 +0000

I was able to read an article that there has been new development of artificial grass. A hybrid class filled with turf and organic grass. The artificial grass is installed first and instead of rubber filling or sand it uses soil. Grass seed is then planted, nurtured and grown to a height just right above the synthetic grass. This will result to a combination of organic and artificial grass.

By: Synthetic Grass Warehouse

Synthetic Grass Warehouse — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 18:23:16 +0000

Ever since artificial grass’ debut, it has improved significantly over time. The advancements in technology, have made artificial grass a more eco-friendly solution. Artificial grass has been proven to be a “green” alternative for many folks who decided to switch. Besides the low maintenance and cost savings mentioned in the article above, the natural and feel is almost as close as natural grass itself. What many people fail to realize is that artificial grass does a lot more than you think, no more weeds, pollution, fertilizers, and pesticides. This is why we see a growing trend within the residential community for home owners. It has so many advantages especially in warm climates. It may not be for everyone, but it should be considered as a environmentally safe solution for all.

By: Anna Cutz

Anna Cutz — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:03:28 +0000

Interesting comments on the artificial grass.
In my neighborhood Ancaster Ontario, AGLgrass has replaced quite a few lawns with the artificial grass and let me tell you, it looks amazing and so real, plus it feels like real grass!!! It blends in so well with the real grass that you can’t tell the difference. The best part of AGLgrass is that it always looks great no matter the time of year. And funny enough, you never see the homeowners out fussing with the lawnmower, or on their hands and knees digging out those annoying dandelions and weeds like I do!! I am happy to say that I have just put my deposit down to be one of the first in the spring to have my AGLgrass installed. “I can not wait!” So while you are out fighting with your grass to get it perfect, I will be in my backyard enjoying the sun and sipping on a nice cold cocktail. Maybe you should think about calling them too!

By: Paul

Paul — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:40:04 +0000

I am a director of an artificial grass wholesale company in the UK, which provides artificial grass through a network of landscapers and garden centres, so I know a bit about this.

Artificial grass is now a lot better than it used to be (it used to be made of nylon which could be quite unpleasant to fall on during games) and it can be hard for people to tell the difference. Our postman actually thought the artificial grass near our office was natural. While it may not be for everybody, it is an ideal solution who have particular problems that make real grass unsuitable. For example, dogs or children playing could be turning the existing lawn into a muddy mess. Some people may be considering replacing the lawn with paving or some other surface for this reason, and artificial grass can be a viable alternative.

If installing round a swimming pool I would generally suggest leaving a 1m gap between the pool and the grass – as chlorine can be very strong – and it will be fine. Some people get an installer to install it, but if installing it yourself, the key to a successful installation is proper ground preparation, making sure the edges are hidden, pulling the grass tight enough (ripples would make it look unrealistic), and making sure you have the correct information about how to do any joins that are needed.

By: FieldTurf | Artificial Turf | Synthetic Turf

FieldTurf | Artificial Turf | Synthetic Turf — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:15:59 +0000

The synthetic lawns are also suitable to be laid around swimming pools as they are not slippery and they provide good grip. Very recently artificial grass comes in other colors like blue, red, white, yellow and black; these colorful fake lawns can be use for decorative exhibition; where you are organizing a party any other social event these color artificial turf is very useful and make the surrounding attractive.

By: Arizona Artificial Grass Dealer

Arizona Artificial Grass Dealer — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 22:51:59 +0000

To add on to the conversation, like AGL said, the industry is changing day by day by leaps and bounds. Pretty soon we will have natural feeling grass with no rubber or silica manufactured into the actual grass and base.

By: AGLgrass

AGLgrass — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:17:39 +0000

Hi Everyone,

Great Blog! Keep up the great conversation about the Artificial Grass industry. People need to know that the industry has been changing by the day and product are getting more realistic by the minute. I suggest keeping your eyes out for AGLgrass is the very near future or go to http://www.aglgrass.com to see whats happening. It’s time to revolutionize the industry once again.

I look forward to hearing from you all.

By: Naomi Fitzpatrick

Naomi Fitzpatrick — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 06:05:26 +0000

We have done a lot of research into all types of landscaping for our newly built home and we are going with SYNlawn.
We have a large pie lot and two very large powerful working dogs.
We live in a very dry climate, Calgary Alberta, Canada, and our growing season is short.

For us to keep that large amount of natural grass green and healthy, we’d use copious amounts of water, and being on a slight inclined grade, much of it is going to be wasted run off.

Water is a valuable resource, I think it’s a waste to pour gallons of it away for a green yard for only a few months out of the year.
I also don’t like using pesticides and fertilizers where my dogs are walking, I’m no friend of Monsanto.
Also, the damage from urine on a live sod is something I’m not prepared to be constantly fixing.

As for Xeriscaping, yards of gravel beds, mulch gardens, and all the other water reducing alternatives for this type of climiate, I find none of them attractive in any way aesthetically. Most I have seen in person are poorly executed.
I’d rather not have grass that looks like a wheatfield 7-8 months out of the year, or that looks like a gravel truck dumped it’s load on my garden, or mulch that looks like a dried up mess and gets blown all over the place on a windy day.
Some people love spending time, money, and resources in their gardens each year, many look spectacular for the few short months of Summer we have.

That’s great if you have the inclination, skill, and passion to do so.
My late Mother was a genius in the garden, she was a brilliant horticulturist. I’m sure she’d turn in her grave that we are putting “fake” grass in our yard!

We have live sod in the front because we are in a cul-de-sac and all our front gardens are joined in some fashion or another.
I don’t want Job Blow neighbour mowing the synthetic grass by accident and it’s easily maintained due to it’s smaller size.

I’m not trying to trick anyone or have people think it’s real grass, it’ll be in our back yard for our own enjoyment because it suits our needs.
Everyone has their own ideas of what looks nice, all valid, it’s just personal.

By: Mary T.

Mary T. — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 17:07:56 +0000

Hi there! We do moderate comments, so if I felt there was something offensive in what you’ve written, it would not have shown up here. So no worries. As I said in “Five Things” earlier today, we appreciate very much that business owners or reps would even bother to read what’s being said and respond. The essence of blogging is open communication and space for civilized debate. We appreciate all information and comments on the subject. And next time I’m in Vegas (gosh, let’s hope that’s soon — I love Vegas!) I’ll stop by the Wynn to touch the grass. I mean that sincerely!