The Future of Artificial Lawn: Will Synthetic Grass Replace Natural Grass?

Can man-made grass help the environment? Synthetic turf has been around for quite some time, it is commonly used on golf courses and in sports arenas. However, residential and commercial use is increasing. Artificial lawn may be costly initially, but in the long run it will pay for itself.

Fake grass is available for lawn and landscapes, patio and decks, rooftops and indoors, and surrounding pools. The technology and manufacturing of synthetic grass has evolved so much that it no longer looks unreal, stiff or plastic, today artificial lawn looks as natural as real grass. See for yourself, get a free sample.

Interesting Ways That Artificial Grass is Being Used:

Cities are using artificial grass for high traffic areas like medians, this not only saves hundreds of gallons of water, but it keeps landscaper crews out of harms way.

Major hotels in Las Vegas are using synthetic grass, including the Venetian, Caesars Palace, the Bellagio and Wynn Hotel. They all have beautiful lush green, and are conserving water. According to SYNLawn the Wynn Hotel is saving 143,748,000 gallons of water yearly by using artificial grass; also the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in New York used synthetic grass to create its 38^th floor green terrace.

Residential use is on the rise, residents are finding that artificial lawn saves money and time. Fake grass eliminates paying a landscaper or hiring someone to mow the lawn. Homeowners can spend more time doing what they enjoy instead of cutting the grass. Water bills are reduced when you do not have to water the lawn on a regular basis. You get the benefit of having a beautiful well kept lawn year round without the expense.

Homeowners Can Save Hundreds of Dollars Over Time With Artificial Lawn:

Save money, no need to buy gas to fill the riding or push lawn mower

Forget about buying new gas containers

No more replacement parts to buy; blades need sharpening, cords break, and repairs are needed

Trimmers need electric, or gas and oil; and replacement trimmer line has to be purchased

Sprinkler systems need maintenance which can be costly

Broken sprinkler heads need to be replaced

Grass seed and fertilizer can be very expensive over time

Grass that does not get enough water can dry out and become a fire hazard

Rental or vacation property maintenance cost are reduced, yet the lawn looks great year round

The benefits of artificial grass include environmental advantages as well. Water shortages and droughts are problematic, and fake grass helps decrease usage. Conserving our water supply, as we all know is crucial. Synthetic grass helps decrease air pollution too. Think about this, every day thousands of people crank up riding mowers and push mowers that are gas powered. Gas leaf blowers add to the air pollution problem, and may cause health problems. Want to learn more about air pollution from leaf blowers?

Disadvantages of Artificial Lawn:

Synthetic grass can be very expense to install, however, the savings over the years will eventually cover the cost.

Experts have expressed concern about the potential environmental side effects of using synthetic grass , you can read a report by Melanie Hicken of The Orange County Register, which covers some of these concerns such as:

Lead exposure, toxins and health problems

Effects of scorching temperatures

Spread of bacterial infections - Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections in relation to synthetic turfs has been researched by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the New York Department of Health and California Department of Health.

Crumb Rubber which is used as infill in some type of synthetic turf is a major environmental concern.

Manufacturers of synthetic grass, lawns and turf are constantly striving to improve their product quality. The decision to use synthetic grass remains a personal one, and only time will determine the wide-spread use and future of artificial lawn.

Source: SYNLawn