2. As an alternative to traditional natural grass, artificial turf is rapidly growing in popularity, but for many this topic remains a mysterious one. The confusion is understandable, as there isn’t much information in circulation about artificial grass. Having said that, we’ll answer some common questions that people have about these products.

3. Installation costs can be substantial, but what must be kept in mind is that in the long run, artificial grass tends to be less expensive than the natural kind. As a synthetic product, artificial grass does not need to be carefully tended to ensure that it remains in good condition. You’ll never have to mow your artificial lawn or spend money fertilizing it.

4. Sports fans are aware that many stadiums use artificial turf. But synthetic grass isn’t used just in famous multi-million-dollar sporting facilities; even a lot of relatively modest venues use it as well. Artificial turf lasts longer than natural grass. It also does not deteriorate as badly when exposed to adverse weather conditions.

5. Zero. There’s no reason to water it because it’s not alive. Contrast this with natural grass, which requires substantial amounts of water to remain healthy.

6. Here’s another advantage of using synthetic materials in your lawn. Insects derive no nutritional benefits from artificial grass. This means that they don’t eat it and, therefore, will not ruin your synthetic lawn in their search for food. For that reason, there’s also no need for pesticides.

7. If correctly installed, your artificial grass lawn should last twenty years or more, assuming normal use. Keep in mind that, as a synthetic product, your lawn doesn’t require ongoing maintenance to ensure that it stays in proper condition. You can leave it alone for years without deterioration. This makes it particularly advantageous for older persons who have trouble mowing the lawn.

8. It’s generally made from nylon, polypropylene, or polyethylene materials. There are also different styles of turf for different environments. You can purchase grass specifically made for golf courses, playgrounds, or private lawns, to mention a few options.

9. Certainly. The Synthetic Turf Council reports that dozens of independent studies, including ones from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, have found artificial grass safe for consumer use. 1 Synthetic turf is also fire-resistant. During very hot days, synthetic turf can become significantly warmer than natural grass under the same conditions, but for most this is a manageable problem.

10. Founded in 2006, Turf-N manufactures and installs high-quality artificial grass lawns for commercial and residential customers. The company is based in Riverside, CA and serves customers throughout the state as well as parts of Oregon, Washington, and Texas. Visit turfntheworld.com for more information.turfntheworld.com

11. 1. http://www.syntheticturfcouncil.org/?page=FAQshttp://www.syntheticturfcouncil.org/?page=FAQs

12. Summary Artificial grass is booming in popularity, but many people still have questions about this relatively new product. Synthetic turf has been proven to be a highly cost-effective, low- maintenance, safe alternative to natural grass.