4 Advantages of Artificial Grass for Families

We all dream of having the perfect garden with gorgeous flowers and stunning green healthy grass to walk and play on, but it can all be a hassle.

Everyone has that one neighbour that has the perfect garden. Not a single thing out of space and it looks immaculate all year round – the perfect venue for summer BBQ season, or for drinks out in the sun. How do they do it?

A lot of hard work can go into maintaining a garden to such high standards - weekends of mowing the grass, weeding the garden and applying plant food. However, all of that can be ruined in an instant by and rogue children or pets that dare run around – grass stains galore. Mud trampled all through the house leaving both the carpet and lawn in need of much needed TLC.

It’s all worth it for that majestic lawn, though, right?

There are other options available that are much friendlier and easier to keep. Many are opting for artificial grass over the real thing because they do not have to waste anywhere near as much time maintaining it as they do with a real lawn.

Family Friendly
Many families with young children are turning to synthetic turf for their gardens – one of the key advantages with this is that artificial grass is stronger and more durable than real grass.

Whereas kids playing in the garden can risk cutting up the grass, making a mess and getting mud and grass stains everywhere, there is no issue with artificial grass. The fake lawn will withstand all of the tomfooleries without presenting any danger of cutting up or needing any aftercare.

Keeps Kids Safe
As well as eliminating the risk of children ruining their clothes, artificial grass is a safer alternative due to the fact that it is a softer surface – so anyone that takes a fall is much more likely to get straight back up – and carries less harmful bacteria.

Often real grass is unusable after a rain shower and becomes slippery and muddy. Synthetic turf is able to soak up the moisture far quicker – sometimes a quick brush over the surface is required – meaning that playtime can continue sooner rather than later.

Great for Pets
Not only can artificial grass be an apt alternative for children, but it is also great for any pets in the home. The surface is perfect when training a new puppy as they are guaranteed not to come back into the house muddy when teaching them to go outside.

The main concern for pet owners and artificial grass is the effects of their dog using it as a toilet. Synthetic turf is designed so as urine drains through the system, although that does leave the question of the number two. This stays on top of the fake grass and, once picked up, a gentle hose of water to wash away any leftovers will keep the turf clean and free of odour.

In fact, artificial grass is used extensively by those with show dogs when undergoing agility training or kennel runs - shows such as Crufts and Discover Dogs exhibitions make use of artificial grass.

Flexibility
Due to its low maintenance, artificial grass can be applied almost anywhere – even indoors. You obviously wouldn’t ever dream of laying grass indoors, but you can use synthetic turf as an alternative carpet, possibly for a child’s bedroom, or for an indoor play area.

Another popular use for artificial surfaces is for sport due to the technology used to create the turf. Should you have the space required, you could lay your own all-weather sports area – perfect if you want a mini-football pitch or your own pitch-and-putt.