Monday, June 12, 2017

The Process Of Installing Artificial Grass Florida

By Andrew Turner


Synthetic turf can be put to a variety of uses. For one, it can be installed in the yard to replace natural grass. Secondly, it can be installed in golf courses and playing grounds to act as an all-weather turf. Generally, synthetic turf can be installed where a grass lawn is required. When it comes to installation of artificial grass Florida residents should always hire professionals to do the job.

Synthetic lawns, as the name suggests, are made from artificial fibers that look and feel exactly like natural grasses. They may look like carpets, but they are actually very different. Their backing is also much stronger and not biodegradable. Some manufacturers make fibers that have UV resistant properties, which means they cannot be damaged by the harmful UV rays from the sun.

Synthetic turf has a long lifespan. In fact, most manufacturers quote a life expectancy of nearly two decades with proper use. They back this up with warranties that are valid for nearly ten whole years. The best thing about synthetic turf is that they are pet and kid friendly as well as eco-friendly.

Synthetic lawns have a number of benefits over natural lawns. However, they are more expensive to install. The good news is that the installation cost can be recouped in less than 5 years. This can be achieved through savings on lawn maintenance. After all, synthetic turf does not require watering, fertilizers, weeding, pesticides, mowing or replacement every 3-5 years. Furthermore, they look great all year round regardless of the weather conditions.

The installation process, Florida residents should know, starts with clearing of the ground. The entire yard is cleared of any plants, top soil, tree stumps and rocks. The area is then leveled and compacted before the base is created. Pieces of crushed rocks are laid onto the surface and compacted to create a 4-inch thick base. The base is then smoothed before the turf material is laid. The material is then secure to the base with long corrosion resistant pins.

Synthetic turf does not require a lot of maintenance. For instance, you will only need to blow away leaves and any debris that might have fallen onto the turf. Be sure to also pick twigs and other larger pieces of debris that may fall onto the turf. Before you start playing on the turf, it may also be a great idea to sprinkle water to reduce friction burns.

Only licensed landscaping firms should be added to your shortlist. This is because the law requires every contractor to obtain a license before they start offering services to the public. Therefore, you should ask each landscaper on your shortlist to provide you with their license before hiring them.

Experienced landscapers always manage to offer quality services. That is why you should give them priority consideration over newbies. Start by checking the number of similar jobs the contractor has handled in the recent years before making a decision. Be sure to also get guarantees from the contractor to ensure you have peace of mind.




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