Like artificial grass manufacturers we receive hundreds of inquiries about the uses and advantages of this product. Our experience in answering these queries has led us to have this classification of truths and lies about artificial turf.
Can I lay artificial turf “without sand”?
It can be done, but it is better than not. There are some large surfaces and distributors that say they install the lawn without sand, certainly in that way they manage to offer a more economical price. But as the saying goes, cheap is often expensive.
Placing silica sand has many advantages for the durability of the artificial turf, and the longer it lasts the better the investment and the more savings.
We recommend you to visit our post about the use of silica sand to know all its advantages.
Does artificial turf get too hot? How to avoid it.
It is a very extended comment and it does not have to be true at all. The artificial turf is exposed many hours to the sun, but within the possible soils for a garden it is one of those that accumulate less temperature.
For example, tiles or concrete are much warmer than artificial turf when exposed to the sun.
Therefore, artificial turf is one of the best options in relation to the heat that can accumulate in the garden on sunny days.
In addition, if we give a hose to a lawn installed with silica sand, we will achieve that it will withstand moisture, thus achieving a more pleasant effect to the footprint and reduce the heat, which is not possible with other types of garden soils.
And if the hosepipe is not enough for you we tell you that there are already types of artificial turf with technology to lower the temperature that can pick up the lawn. To learn more about this type of product you can learn about our Feelgood® Solution.
Is artificial turf maintenance-free?
As with any product, if we take care of it, we achieve better durability and performance, that is the truth.
So, we can say that artificial turf does not need ordinary maintenance, but it is good from time to time to worry a little bit in order to extend the investment we have made when installing it.
What is absolutely certain is that the maintenance of artificial turf is very simple. All it takes is an occasional brushing and occasional cleanings every few months. That alone will keep the lawn looking like it was just installed for years to come.
It is also advisable to remove leaves, cigarette butts, papers, etc. Thus, with a little care we improve the appearance of the garden.
It is true that you can forget about mowing, watering and worrying about bald spots and color changes. All that if you install a good artificial grass, of course.
And if you want to know the three keys to know which grass is the good one, here they are.
Artificial turf is not environmentally friendly.
Another erroneous statement that travels through the networks. Having artificial grass in the garden has many factors that help to take care of the environment.
It is estimated that the water saving is more than 95% compared to natural grass. In addition, we avoid using fertilizers, pesticides and other chemical products used for the maintenance of natural grass.
Artificial turf, if manufactured according to EU guidelines, is free of harmful substances such as heavy metals. It is true that grass manufactured in other parts of the world is not subject to these regulations, and in that case it can be cheap but it is certainly not environmentally friendly.
If you are concerned about the ecology and health of what you install in your garden, we always recommend you to find out where the artificial grass is manufactured. We manufacture it here.
Does artificial turf burn?
Frequently asked question in social networks.
If a flame or incandescent body falls on the artificial turf, the fiber burns, of course, but the fire does not spread. The flame goes out as soon as the heat source is extinguished.
So, we can be sure in a garden with artificial turf: there will be no uncontrolled fire. Just keep two things in mind:
a) The turf manufactured with the European standard is the one that guarantees this type of characteristic that does not burn, the turf manufactured elsewhere is something else and anything could happen. So check that the artificial turf you buy has passed the fire tests.
b) You must be careful when using decorative products such as kerosene torches or candles, because if these are placed near other flammable materials such as fabric chairs, curtains on the pergola, trees, etc … we can have a good scare. But that will not be because of the lawn but because of those elements of decoration.
If you want more information about it and have a safe garden, we recommend this post: “Is artificial turf fireproof?”
We hope we have helped you with the most frequent doubts. For anything else our recommendation is always to contact a professional or a real artificial grass factory.
