Tuesday, June 13, 2017

How To Install Artificial Grass Florida

By Andrew Turner


Synthetic turf can be put to a variety of uses. For one, it can be installed in the yard to replace natural grass. Secondly, it can be installed in golf courses and playing grounds to act as an all-weather turf. Generally, synthetic turf can be installed where a grass lawn is required. When it comes to installation of artificial grass Florida residents should always hire professionals to do the job.

Synthetic lawns, as the name suggests, are made from artificial fibers that look and feel exactly like natural grasses. They may look like carpets, but they are actually very different. Their backing is also much stronger and not biodegradable. Some manufacturers make fibers that have UV resistant properties, which means they cannot be damaged by the harmful UV rays from the sun.

The lifespan of synthetic turf varies. It all depends on the manufacturer and how it is used. Frequent heavy traffic will reduce its lifespan, but you can expect your synthetic lawn to last at least two decades. Most installers offer warranties of around a decade.

Synthetic lawns have a number of benefits over natural lawns. However, they are more expensive to install. The good news is that the installation cost can be recouped in less than 5 years. This can be achieved through savings on lawn maintenance. After all, synthetic turf does not require watering, fertilizers, weeding, pesticides, mowing or replacement every 3-5 years. Furthermore, they look great all year round regardless of the weather conditions.

Florida residents need to understand the installation process of synthetic turf before they decide to install turf. The first step in the process is to clear the entire yard. Rocks, plants, tree stumps and the top soil are removed and the area compacted to create a solid foundation on which the base will be created. The base is established by laying pieces of crushed rocks on the surface. The rocks are then compacted and smoothed. The next step is to lay the turf and secure the material with 7-inch pins around the edges.

The only maintenance that synthetic turf requires is picking of twigs and removal of leaves that may fall from surrounding trees. This can be done conveniently using a leaf blower. Before using the lawn for playing purposes, consider sprinkling some water onto the material to make it smoother and more comfortable to play on.

Only licensed landscaping firms should be added to your shortlist. This is because the law requires every contractor to obtain a license before they start offering services to the public. Therefore, you should ask each landscaper on your shortlist to provide you with their license before hiring them.

Experienced landscapers always manage to offer quality services. That is why you should give them priority consideration over newbies. Start by checking the number of similar jobs the contractor has handled in the recent years before making a decision. Be sure to also get guarantees from the contractor to ensure you have peace of mind.




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