If you're considering an artificial grass lawn, you need to know these 3 things before you buy one. - Business

Thinking about getting an artificial grass lawn? You're not alone! In fact, artificial turf is popping up in sports stadiums, parks, and backyards all over the world. That's because today's synthetic turf is the result of decades of science and research. The result? A product that looks and feels just like natural grass!

If you're seriously considering installing an artificial grass lawn in your home, there are 3 things you need to know:

1. It's a one-time expense

When you get an artificial grass lawn, all you have to worry about is installing it. After that, you don't have to spend any more money. Yes, synthetic turf is a little bit pricier than traditional sod and grass seed; however, it's also a one-time expense. Instead of having to replace your sod after a summer drought or buy new seed after the snow melts, your artificial turf will last for years - without ever needing to be replaced or maintained.

When you add up the cost of initially buying your sod or seed, then buying more to replace patches as it falls victim to the elements - not to mention the money you would have to spend watering it or paying someone to maintain it - natural grass is actually more expensive than synthetic turf!

2. You can get rid of the lawn tools

It's not just about money; synthetic lawn turf doesn't require any kind of work on your part. All of that time you spend mowing, fertilizing, and pulling weeds goes away when you get an artificial grass lawn. Imagine how much extra time you would have to relax if your weekend wasn't full of yard duties! You could actually spend your time enjoying your yard, rather than slaving away at it.

3. You can make it soft and cushiony

Lots of people think that synthetic lawn turf is going to make their backyard feel "industrial" or "fake", but that actually couldn't be further from the truth! Today's synthetic turf feels no different than real grass - whether you're playing tee ball in the backyard with your kids or walking barefoot out to the barbecue.

And, as an added benefit, you can make your artificial grass lawn feel even better by adding infill - a material made out of tiny pieces of rubber and/or sand. Infill is designed to mimic real dirt, and as you walk on it, you can feel extra cushioning. That way, your backyard will feel just as comfortable as the inside of your home!

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