It’s going beyond golf courses and sports fields now. That’s right: Artificial grass is making the jump to home landscapes everywhere. There’s good reason, too. After all, today’s synthetic grass is not the synthetic grass of old. It’s better looking and better performing, and because of your Santa Barbara home’s location, artificial grass is uniquely suited to help combat the ongoing drought problems in California. For the uninitiated: Synthetic, or fake, grass and turf is comprised of a backing that is threaded with a myriad of porous filaments that allow for the passage of water. This filament backing is installed on a gravel drainage layer (or similar layer), and then secured along its perimeter before being filled with either recycled sand or rubber, weighing it down successfully against the elements. The synthetic turf itself is colored as desired and can consist of either polypropylene, nylon, or polyethylene. The true takeaway behind this technical explanation? It’s simple: Synthetic turf will make your Santa Barbara home look better. Let’s discover why by taking an itemized look at each advantage offered by artificial grass, shall we? 1. It looks good because it’s well-manufactured. We mentioned this, but let’s provide some specificity for you. Modern synthetic turf can trick your neighbors into believing your home’s grass is real. These days, artificial grass manufacturers even include multicolored filaments, or “blades,” of grass throughout the installation, creating an even more nature look. And unlike in the past, high-quality synthetic solutions even feel soft to the touch. Oh, and don’t forget: Unlike regular grass, this solution won’t brown or die out in the heat. 2. Easier care. Conventional lawns must be watered, mowed, fertilized, and otherwise maintained on a frequent basis, particularly during the summer. By contrast, synthetic turf does not require mowing, watering, or fertilization, taking a lot of manual work out of the equation, thereby saving you time and ensuring a more consistent look for your home. 3. Doesn’t attract pests. Artificial grass doesn’t require the expensive and/or time-consuming application of insecticides, because synthetic turf does not attract pests. And fewer pests = a more pleasant looking landscape. 4. Drought effective and environmentally friendly. Thanks to its inherent lack of need for insecticides and fertilizers, the water runoff from artificial installations is more environmentally friendly. Also, artificial grass is a drought effective solution, especially at your Santa Barbara home, where the California drought has ravaged the local area over the past couple years. In May 2015, California Gov. Jerry Brown mandated an average 25% reduction in city water use. Thanks to the fact synthetic grass doesn’t require watering, such a lawn installation can aid in helping you adhere to the new water guidelines and effectively combat drought. In fact, the Southern Nevada Water Authority estimates that you can conserve as many as 55 gallons of water every year per square foot of synthetic turf that replaces regular grass. Wow! The alternative to drought-effective artificial grass? It’s unfortunately quite simple: Brown, unhealthy looking lawns that lack character, promote the proliferation of pests, and are a mess to maintain. Fortunately, at Synthetic Turf Systems, we’re here to help you avoid unhealthy, drought-prone lawns at your Santa Barbara home. We’re a collection of veteran turf titans with decades of collective professional experience between our crew. We’ve been installing beautiful artificial grass systems at homes and other venues across desert and coastal southwest landscapes for more than ten years now. We know how to address the unique challenges presented by Santa Barbara and the California drought, and have installed well over 4 million total square feet of synthetic turf to date. Add value to your home and do your part to cut back on water use by working with the experts at Synthetic Turf Systems. Learn more about our mission, and contact us today!
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