Hire Our Turf Experts to Install Artificial Grass Lawns
We are turf experts based in Tampa, Florida. Our turf experts provide services for the installation of artificial grass lawns that keep your life cool, clean and stress-free.
Are you wondering where to install Artificial Grass Lawns? You can install it in residential and commercial areas as well as in playgrounds and sports fields.
No hidden charges, service is rendered in a timely manner, and exclusive attention to detail is taken on every client’s request.
The pros and cons of artificial grass
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Weather Resistant
Artificial grass always looks aesthetically pleasing in all types of weather. This is because the weather does not have a direct impact on the appearance of the turf. It will continue to stay green, neat, tidy, and look good all year round, whatever the weather.
Low Maintenance
It is much more convenient for the owner because it does not require much maintenance. Artificial turf does not need to be watered, fertilised, or mowed like real grass.
No Lawnmowers
An artificial lawn does not require the use of a lawnmower like real grass does to cut it. Lawnmowers are bad for the environment and potentially dangerous. As your artificial lawn does not require a lawnmower to maintain it, this reduces air pollution caused by lawnmowers, making your lawn better for the environment.
Pest-Free
Due to the materials it is made from, artificial grass stays pest-free. On the other hand, natural grass provides the perfect environment for bugs and pests which you need to spend time, effort, money, and harmful pesticide to rid your lawn of.
Easy to Maintain
Artificial turf is very easy to maintain. Simply remove debris using a leaf blower, brush, or rake, and if the grass gets dirty and requires cleaning, hose it down using detergent and a brush.
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Pet Friendly
Artificial turf is pet-friendly. It can’t be dug up and spoiled by pets as real grass can so will stay smart even if you have cats and dogs. It stays hygienic and unaffected by urine and is easy to clean.
Cost-Effective
Artificial turf can work out to be cheaper to maintain over time. This is because natural grass becomes expensive when adding the cost of fertilisers, pesticides, lawn shears, hoses, strimmers, rakes, weed killers, lawnmowers, water, and grass feed required to maintain it. This makes it far more cost-effective than real grass over its full lifespan.
Natural Looking
The appearance of synthetic grass has improved vastly over time and many higher-end surfaces have a very convincing natural appearance. Our artificial turf looks and feels as good as the real thing. Wonder Yarn is our most natural looking grass and suits most gardens.
Great for Shaded Areas
Artificial grass is ideal for shaded areas as artificial grass does not need the sun to stay looking fresh and healthy. Without sunlight, real grass can die, making shaded areas difficult to care for. Artificial grass won’t turn brown, making it ideal for shaded areas where real turf struggles to grow.
Weed Resistant
Artificial grass is much more weed resistant than natural grass so weeds are less likely to grow through artificial turf than real turf. By laying a weed membrane and applying weed killer, you can be practically weed-free.
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Variety of Design & Style Options
Artificial grass offers the customer a wide variety of color, pile, length, density, texture, yarn, and design options which means you can customize it to your own needs and style choices.
Heat Resistant
In the heat, artificial grass won’t die or become dehydrated like natural grass.
Excellent Drainage
When installed correctly, artificial grass has excellent drainage properties (up to 60 litres per minute!) when it rains and, in many cases, will dry quicker than natural grass.
Child Friendly
Artificial grass is very child-friendly. It is mess-free, soft and cushioned so perfect for playing on, and requires no chemicals or pesticides so is safer. This makes it great for kids.
Allergy-Free
Artificial grass is allergy-free, which makes it perfect for hay-fever sufferers. Grass pollen is a high cause of allergies, whereas artificial turf stays pollen-free so you can stay hay-fever free all year round.
Highly Durable
Artificial grass is highly durable. It can withstand wear and tear, is weather-proof, does not dry out, does not get waterlogged, and will not fall victim to pest infestations. It is way more robust than real grass.
Cons
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Poor Production Methods Can Harm the Environment
In some cases, the production of artificial grass can be bad for the environment and cause pollution or waste, but this will depend on the production methods a business uses.
On the other hand, all our production facilities use modern, energy-efficient machinery. Our grass is tufted on cobble tufting machines which are produced in the United Kingdom, using yarn produced from world-leading yarn producers and many produced in-house to ensure quality and environmental compliance.
We conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance along with the facilities in China being FIFA-approved and rigorously inspected.
Installation Can Be Expensive
Artificial grass can be expensive to install if the quality of the turf is of a good standard – but this is a sound investment for a professional installation as you need your grass to be fitted to the highest standards.
Whilst artificial turf can be expensive initially, it will pay for itself over the long term and often works out even cheaper than natural turf as it does not have the high maintenance costs of real grass.
Too Low Maintenance
Some keen gardeners like to look after and maintain their gardens and take pride in the way it looks. So, they might see artificial grass as cheating.
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Longer Installation Process
Artificial grass takes a longer time to install compared to natural grass due to the process of fitting it.
No Freshly Cut Grass Smell
It does not have the natural, fresh-cut smell that real grass has which some people might see as a negative point, along with enjoying cutting the lawn on a sunny Sunday afternoon.
Not as Long-Lasting as Natural Grass
For some, a disadvantage of artificial grass is that it will not last for the same time as natural grass will. On average, artificial grass has an expected lifespan of 7-15 years. This is still a long time and will provide the customer with many years of easy maintenance. However, some people will prefer natural grass because it will last longer but require regular maintenance.
Can Get Hot in Extreme Heat
Artificial grass can get hot in extreme heat, however, it should not cause any burns. Applying sand infill will help keep the turf cool. Using common sense such as spraying the grass with cool water, wearing appropriate footwear, and laying a white blanket where you intend to sit can help keep you cool in warmer temperatures.
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May Reduce Biodiversity
Artificial turf may reduce the biodiversity of your garden as it is made of plastic and so is not a natural material that wildlife can live in.
However, by planting flowers, shrubs, and plants around your lawn and in other areas of your garden, you can combat the lack of biodiversity, encourage wildlife, and make your garden a habitat for many different species whilst providing a safe and practical year-round space for all the family to enjoy – this way, you get the best of both worlds.
Why Low-Quality Fake Grass is Bad
Low-quality fake grass is bad because it usually has a thin and sparse pile that looks like unnatural plastic. This thinner pile makes it easier to wear down from foot traffic and therefore decreases longevity.
Low-quality fake grass is also bad as it contains toxins which are released as the turf degrades over time.
At LazyLawn, we ensure that our top-quality artificial grass will not wear down easily and it will look like a natural, clean lawn. Instead of toxins, we’d rather promote pet-friendly artificial turf, such as our AIR range, which is scientifically proven to help neutralise odours and matter by using the power UV rays.
Artificial Turf Lawns
Plant It Tampa Bay specializes in the installation of artificial turf lawns in the Tampa Bay area
Experience the Amazing Benefits of Artificial Grass for Yourself
It is clear that the pros of artificial grass far outweigh the cons. Artificial grass is low-maintenance, durable, pet-friendly, long-lasting, cost-effective, offers flexible design options, and will give you a green, vibrant space that you can enjoy all year round.
Contact us today to learn more about the wonderful benefits of artificial grass. Request your free quote to install artificial grass in your garden and experience the benefits for yourself.
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Step 1
Excavation & Base Preparation
- Remove existing materials (soil, weeds, grass or any shrubs or substances above ground.)
- Cap sprinklers upon request.
- Compact base thoroughly to provide long-term stability.
Step 2
Laying Out Turf & Edging
- Install edging where necessary to prevent erosion of base.
- Turf rolled away from main viewing area for optimum look.
- Layout to minimize number of seams.
Step 3
Custom Fitting Edges
- Trim turf to fit specified areas.
- Seam necessary areas using U-nails, seaming tape and glue.
- Install nails along the edge to secure turf.
STEP 4
Apply Infill
- Place Envirofill.
- Helps to weigh down turf and create anti-microbial barrier.
- Long-Lasting odor and heat protection.
STEP 5
Final Groom
- Power broom the turf to force Envirofill granules into the base of the turf.
- Power broom creates optimal stability.