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17 Jul

Artificial Grass – Can Artificial Grass be used for Professional Landscaping?

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Artificial Grass – Can Artificial Grass be used for Professional Landscaping?

You may be considering a complete revamp of your garden – after all, landscaping not only improves the saleability of your home if you are looking to sell, but also increases its value by up to 15%.

Or, perhaps you are a landscaper considering the possibility of using artificial grass for your next installation?

The move to artificial grass in South Africa has grown exponentially, as our modern climate demands the need to always be aware of our water consumption. Today, water-wise landscaping and gardening is key and artificial grass is becoming increasingly recognised as a viable, long-term alternative to turf for garden designs that seek a lawn area.

Despite this, whether you’re a landscaper or a homeowner seeking to improve your garden, you may still feel that artificial grass, along with ultra-long eyelashes or impossibly tanned skin, looks undeniably and offputtingly cheap and fake. So can you really use artificial grass to landscape your garden?

Great looking artificial grass means quality

Artificial grass has come a very long way in recent years, to the extent that we now have incredibly realistic options available.

From the colour, which is now natural and varied instead of a solid bright green, to soft and ever so slightly irregular textures that mirror genuine turf – some artificial grass is so realistic, that you’d easily mistake it for being completely natural.

Strong chemical odours are also a thing of the past, while the design of the substructure of today’s artificial turf, makes for an extremely pleasing experience.

The challenge lies in finding an artificial grass supplier that is able to deliver the quality options that you need and achieve the look you want.

Companies such as Perfect Grass provide a wide range of premium quality, yet affordable artificial grass options. Take for example our Autumn 30mm artificial grass. This particular option contains no less than three colours, including light, mid and dark green fibres, and has been manufactured to mirror Buffalo grass as closely as possible. You’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference between this product, and the real thing.

A thoughtful landscape design is essential

One of the most fantastic aspects of artificial grass, is that it can be shaped to suit absolutely any garden layout. Landscapers can integrate good quality artificial grass into their garden design to create a completely natural look. Instead of focusing on straight lines, which look unnatural, using flowing contours and the right edging plants, help to create an inviting space that is pleasing to the senses.

Hire a professional artificial grass installer

While an avid gardener or experienced landscaping team may have the skills needed to create a beautiful outdoor space, specific knowledge and know-how is needed to install artificial grass correctly.

For example, the preparation of the surface underneath the area to be grassed, should not only be levelled correctly, but should be removed of debris, rocks, mulch, roots and anything else that could damage the artificial grass. The ‘pile’ of the artificial grass needs to also be considered to ensure a natural look, while seemingly simple matters such as joining each section of grass, needs to be done in the proper manner to ensure a lasting, premium quality outcome.

Work with an artificial grass supplier that understands your needs

A good artificial grass supplier will have the flexibility required to work hand-in-hand with a professional landscaper and an avid gardener. At Perfect Grass, we aim to provide both a product and service that enhances the work that landscapers do, while providing professional advice and assistance that helps clients get the most from their artificial grass for many years to come.

If you are a landscaper or gardener looking for an artificial grass supplier that understands your needs and is a pleasure to work with, then get in touch with us today. One of our consultants will be happy to visit you and advise on the best artificial grass options for your particular needs.

29 Jun

Artificial Grass – Why should you invest in Artificial Grass?

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Artificial Grass – Why should you invest in Artificial Grass?

Imagine a hassle free lawn that looks gorgeous all year round? The technology used to manufacture and install Artificial Grass has come a very long way in the last decade. Artificial Grass which today, looks and feels very close to the real thing, provides so many benefits over natural grass, that it has to be the obvious choice for anyone looking for the perfect, property value boosting and practical lawn.

Aesthetics
Artificial Grass always looks great.

A lawn from Artificial Grass has the appeal of perfectly maintained, natural grass throughout all four seasons of the year and under all weather conditions. You will never experience soggy, muddy patches during the rainy season, nor dry, brown grass during the hot or dry seasons of the year. The colour of Artificial Grass remains consistent across the entire expanse of the lawn, including under shaded areas where grass typically does not grow well.

Maintenance
Artificial Grass is so easy to maintain.

When it comes to maintaining a lawn in high traffic areas or under challenging conditions, you can save time, which you can put to far more productive use. Mowing, trimming, edging, fertilising, re-seeding and watering become a thing of the past when you install Artificial Grass! All that is required to maintain your lawn is the occasional sweeping to remove debris and lift the pile of the grass, as well as a spray if you have pets.

Water Savings
Artificial Grass needs zero irrigation.

Not only are we facing constant water restrictions in South Africa, but water is also becoming increasingly pricey. With Artificial Grass there is never the need for irrigation, which typically consumes hundreds of precious litres of water every day. Just an occasional spray is all your Artificial Grass will need to remove dust or pet soiling’s.

Saves Money
Artificial Grass is easy on your monthly budget.

Once you have invested in the installation of your Artificial Grass, your expenditure is over. Not only will you save on the cost of watering and irrigation system maintenance, but you will also save on fertiliser, pesticides, top-dressing and mowing. Artifical Grass saves you money in the long run!

Healthy
Artificial Grass can be better for our health.

Many children and pets suffer allergies from grass, but with Artificial Grass, you no longer have to worry about this! Not only are allergies a thing of the past – you can also wave goodbye to your exposure to harmful pesticides and chemical fertilisers.

Versatile
Artificial Grass can be installed anywhere.

For anyone in search of the perfect lawn, it can be very difficult to find a grass species that will thrive under all conditions. In hot Mediterranean climates, a green lawn is a virtually impossible achievement, while most grasses, despite all the promises made by manufacturers, is rarely capable of surviving dense shade. With Artificial Grass you can enjoy the perfect lawn in all conditions and locations! From large suburban gardens, to tiny rooftop gardens, Artificial Grass can be installed anywhere!

Reliable
Artificial Grass always looks great.

If you are a landlord or if you travel often – keeping a lawn looking beautiful so that it continues to add value to your property, is a nightmare. Tenants are rarely concerned about maintaining a perfect lawn, while relying on maintenance teams and irrigation systems to keep your lawn perfectly clipped and hydrated while you’re away, is a genuine headache. With Artificial Grass, you can rest assured that a once-off investment is all you need to enjoy the benefits of a perfect lawn, all year round, whether you are there to care for it or not.

The benefits of having a lawn with Artificial Grass is clear. There are options to suit all commercial and residential lawn applications, and we can help you with all of them.

Get in touch with us today, and one of our consultants will be happy to visit your premises and advise on the best artificial grass options for your particular needs.

Call us on 021 212 9898 (Cape Town) or 010 442 0400 (Johannesburg)

31 May

Artificial Grass – How do I maintain my artificial grass?

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Artificial Grass – How do I maintain my artificial grass?

One of the most appealing aspects of having artificial grass installed in your garden, is its distinct ease of maintenance. Having said this, what exactly should you do to maintain your artificial grass, and ensure that it gives you maximum years of service?

To keep your artificial grass in tip-top condition, your maintenance routine will involve cleaning. How much cleaning you need to do, depends entirely on what your artificial grass endures on a day-to-day basis. If you were told that you simply need to hose down your lawn occasionally, well, that is not the whole story. A well maintained artificial lawn will require a little more attention than that, albeit quick and simple to care for.

Debris and Dust
Keeping your artificial lawn free of leaves, branches, sand and dust is vital, as a build-up of these will cause blockages in the draining system of the lawn and could result in the pile of the lawn lying flat.

Using a garden blower and a garden vacuum, you will be able to easily keep your artificial lawn looking beautiful. The more regularly you attend to your lawn, the easier it will be to keep clean.

If you don’t have a garden blower and vacuum, you can also use a broom and pan, however we would highly recommend the garden blower and vacuum combination.

Spills and Stains
It’s fairly obvious that strong chemicals, paint and anything hot or flammable should be kept away from your artificial lawn, but what about more common substances that could stain? Coffee, tea, wine, blood, sweet drinks and alcohol are bound to find their way on to your artificial lawn at some point, so how do you clean up spills and stains?

  1. Absorb: Using a towel, paper towel or even cat litter, blot up fresh spills as quickly as possible.
  2. Treat: Using water and some mild detergent such as dishwashing liquid or even better, a biodegradable detergent, gently clean the spillage from your artificial lawn.
  3. Rinse: Thoroughly rinse the detergent and spillage away using cool, clean water.

Pets and Piles
An artificial lawn can be a real boon for pet owners as now, they don’t need to worry about pet messes killing the grass they’ve so meticulously maintained! Hygiene however, remains a concern.

Daily removal of waste is essential and this, in addition to your Four-step Maintenance Mantra below, will keep your lawn looking great. Solid waste is simple. Allow it to dry, after which it can be easily removed. Urine however, can result in smell over time. Male dogs, as well as cats will tend to leave the worst urine smells behind.

For regular urine management, we recommend using a liquid spray product specifically designed to biodegrade organic pet matter. There are a variety of such products on the market, and they are generally environmentally friendly and safe to use around both pets and children.

Traffic from people and pets will over time, result in flattened grass fibres. A simple brush against the pile and cross brushing of the grass fibres from side-to-side using a medium – stiff broom, will bring the pile of your artificial lawn back up again.

We have specialised products for use on artificial grass and we would definitely recommend such products. Be sure to follow the manufacturers instructions to the letter and you will enjoy both a hygienic and beautiful artificial lawn.

Your Four-step Maintenance Mantra
Clean: Remove debris and dust using a garden blower and vacuum, or broom and pan. Attend to any spills and pet waste using biodegradable detergents.
Rinse: Use a hose and cool, clean water, or a pressurised garden spray can if you are living in a water-restricted zone, to rinse dust and pollens from your lawn.
Brush: Using a medium – stiff broom, brush against the pile and across the pile to lift the fibres of your artificial lawn.
Repeat: For an artificial lawn that lasts and lasts, be sure to give it attention every day, or every week at the very least.

A solid quality artificial grass is non-negotiable if you are looking to get a few decades of service from it. At Perfect Grass we have not only sourced a range of premium quality artificial grass options that we ourselves would be happy to invest in for our own premises, but we ensure that you will get the best service from your investment, through our industry leading installation methods.

Get in touch with us today, and one of our consultants will be happy to visit your premises and advise on the best artificial grass options for your particular needs.

Call us on 021 212 9898 (Cape Town) or 010 442 0400 (Johannesburg)