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Artificial Lawn Grass For Your Apartment
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Artificial lawn grass is perfect for your apartment. Some people think that fake turf is only good for homes with large backyards and front lawns. The perception has prevented many from installing fake grass in their apartments and thus they remain oblivious of the ease with which you can complete the installation. Fake grass is not like its natural cousin that needs to be planted into soil and needs sunlight and moisture for growth. You can install fake lawns in your apartment balcony and it will give the look of a lush green backyard lawn. Before putting green turf in...
Debunking the Myths About Synthetic Turf
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There are many myths associated with synthetic turf. Some think that fake grass tends to spoil quickly and thus is a waste of time and money. Others have reservations about the type of materials used in the grass and whether they are toxic to humans and animals. A few also think that artificial grass can never be the alternative to its natural counterpart. The lines below debunk the prevalent myths about synthetic turf. Synthetic Turf is Expensive Some people say that synthetic turf is not expensive. They often look at the estimates for turfs installed at larger areas such as...
Artificial Turf and Pets
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Artificial lawn grass is a great alternative to real grass for a myriad of reasons. If you are the owner of a pet - especially a dog - then installing an artificial lawn may turn out to be the best idea. For the sake of convenience, cleanliness, and your comfort as well as your pet's, fake grass can be installed in your front yard or back yard at an affordable price. This way, the perks of having a yard can be experienced without having to worry about any damage or extra maintenance going into it. As evidenced by the reactions...
Making Synthetic Turf Last
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Whenever you buy something that's a long-term deal, you tend to want to make sure of what you're getting yourself into and that is the case with synthetic grass, just like anything else. You can never be sure what the life expectancy of your synthetic turf is - the artificial grass lawn the buyer purchases does have a life span, but it is uncertain as to exactly how prolonged it will be, and whether the warranty offered alongside the purchase of the synthetic turf will live up to what it claims. Generally, synthetic grass is bound to keep its act...
Synthetic Turf: The Process of Installation
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A number of steps and precautions need to be followed before synthetic turf installation. The area of choice must be marked off with rope or garden hose, keeping in mind aspects of drainage and light and shade. It is also important to remember that the artificial grass comes in rectangular pieces 3.7 m in width, and must be laid out accordingly. The area of choice must be mapped out on graph paper, and the synthetic turf charted out on top. The correct amount of synthetic turf, backing tape and glue should be ordered. Another precaution is to make sure that all...