Top 10 Benefits of Artificial Turf
By Sean Lowry, On Deck Sports
Homeowners are discovering many of the benefits of installing artificial turf on their lawns. The benefits which accompany installing synthetic grass at home include:
10. Quality of Grass/Options: There are wide varieties of colors, lengths and thickness to meet personal preferences. Synthetic turf is a high-quality, durable solution (often lasting 10+ years) commonly used for sports fields, home lawns, golf greens, pet areas, and retirement community centers.
9. Time Savings: No more cutting the grass. No more shopping for lawn mowers. No more going to get gas to put in the lawn mower. No more changing the oil in the lawn mower. No more weed-whacking. No more weeding.
8. Great Drainage: Mud is no longer a problem. The yard stays much drier than grass yards, making outdoor activities easier for the families.
7. Fresh-Cut Grass: Homeowners always have a “perfect yard” appearance. Many people driving by won’t realize the yard is artificial. No more rushing to mow the lawn before guests arrive.
6. Financial Benefits: Artificial turf increases the value of your home. It will also help you save money. Duke University environmentalist Bill Chameides reports that over $30 billion is spent on lawn care annually in the U.S. Each day, more than 7 billion gallons of water are used for residential irrigation. Turf eliminates the need to spend thousands on watering, lawn care equipment, gasoline and fertilizers.
5. Kid Safe: Kids and pets won’t be playing in toxic 
chemicals anymore. A detailed study by the Toxics In Action organization shows the danger of using fertilizers to acquire a “perfect” lawn. In addition, artificial lawns are much safer for recreation. The Department of Health and Human Development found that artificial turf results in 74% fewer muscle tears and 42% less ACL trauma.
4. Dogs Love It: Dogs love the comfort of synthetic grass. It’s also easier to clean up after pets, and there is no discoloration from pet waste. Also, pets will no longer be tracking dirt and grass into your home.
3. Pest-Resistant: Moles and insects are no longer multiplying in your backyard. Having dinner outside? Now, it’s less likely insects and bugs will bother your house. They’ll move to the neighbor’s yard, where they can live in a natural grass environment.
2. Environmentally Responsible: No more toxic chemicals, pesticides or lawn mower emissions. In addition, artificial grass uses recycled tires for its rubber filling, and saves water. Recycled synthetic grass is also now an option, giving a second life to discarded turf fields.
1. Not What It Used To Be: Artificial turf is no longer what is used to be: hard, carpet-like material with cement underneath. You will enjoy the benefits of a comfortable, easy-to-maintain lawn, while also saving money and helping the environment.
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