How Long Does Artificial Turf Last?
Using artificial grass for your lawn, rather than real grass can be an appealing proposition. Artificial grass, also known as synthetic grass, can be a superior replacement in certain situations, depending on what type you use.
Using artificial grass for your lawn, rather than real grass can be an appealing proposition. Artificial grass, also known as synthetic grass, can be a superior replacement in certain situations, depending on what type you use.
Unlike real grass, artificial grass does not need any ongoing care and maintenance, but you do need to consider its longevity. Let’s take a look at the various factors which primarily determine the life span of artificial turf.
Factors affecting the Life of Synthetic Grass
Build Quality
The quality of the materials used in the turf’s manufacture is an important consideration when it comes to estimating the longevity of your chosen type. For instance, artificial grass made of ordinary plastic fails to handle extreme weather changes well. This means, this type of grass is more prone to damage, and its colour will fade away within a few years.
On the other hand, synthetic grass made of nylon or polypeptide is sturdy and durable. These materials are weather-resistant, and can remain intact in both hot summers and cool winters. Nylon and polypeptide turf is also stain-proof, and should retain its colour well for a long time.
Proper Installation
The quality of fake grass installation plays a vital role in enhancing its lifespan. Proper installation keeps the turf safeguarded against poor drainage, plant-based damage, and weed-growth issues. Any complications encountered during installation can reduce the longevity of the turf’s life-span. Therefore, it’s imperative you have synthetic grass installation carried out by experts.
Synthetic Lawn Maintenance
One of the most significant benefits of synthetic lawns is that they require far less maintenance than real lawns. There is no need for mowing, fertilising, or re-sodding, but there are two vital maintenance tasks you should carry out to ensure your turf lasts in its peak condition, for as long as possible.
- Lightly brush and rake the lawn frequently, so the blades of the artificial grass stand upright. This helps maintain their natural and fresh look.
- Rinse off any waste from the turf’s surface and hose off the lawn to keep it clean and avoid discoloration.
Artificial Lawn Repairs
If you have children or pets, or like playing rough backyard sports and games, your synthetic turf might eventually incur slight damage. Keep an eye out for any small tears, or discoloration. If you spy any damage, it is crucial to have minor repairs carried out immediately before the damage worsens.
Choose the Best Synthetic Grass on the Sunshine Coast
Never compromise on the quality of artificial turf. Nothing beats high-quality, superior-grade, and durable synthetic grass products.
Our Enviro Surface Solutions team install high-quality artificial lawns across Sunshine Coast and further afield which are simply second-to-none. Our fake grass not only looks great, but withstands daily wear and tear, is UV-resistant, and is very long-lasting.
Please feel free to contact us for more information on the life-span of our synthetic lawns, and ask any other questions you may have.