Many people are asking the question
‘Is Synthetic Grass Eco Friendly?’
Synthetic turf has come a long way over the years, and not only in quality and looks!
There are many features and benefits of installing and using Synthetic grass in your home – many of which can benefit the environment and reduce your carbon footprint.
Reducing Water Usage
In this current environment, we can all understand water is our most precious resource, and installing synthetic turf is great way to reduce your water usage in the home. As we all know, Synthetic grass doesn’t grow, therefore not needing to be regularly watered and maintained.
In the recent drought crisis and with new enforced water restrictions synthetic turf can benefit many home owners all whilst saving water. Yes, your synthetic grass will need the occasional water for cleaning purposes, however, it will not need the consistent watering as that of natural grass.
No Need for Pesticides
We all know dangerous chemicals from pesticides, weedkillers and fertilisers can end up in our water supply when used on natural grass. As synthetic turf doesn’t offer bugs and insects the best home environment, there is no need for pesticides for pest control. No toxic weedkiller sprays are needed to maintain Synthetic turf, and no fertilisers are needed to boost growth.
When used on natural grass, these chemicals can be toxic to both humans and our beloved pets.
Reduce Carbon Emissions
Let’s face it, these days we are all looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint. Synthetic turf offers a great way to help reduce the carbon emissions around the home. Without needing to use a petrol lawnmower to maintain synthetic turf, you can do your bit towards reducing your homes carbon footprint. Natural grass requires regular mowing and trimming, all the while emitting harmful fumes and gases, which contribute to air pollution.
Recyclable Materials
When we said earlier synthetic grass has come a long way, we meant it in more ways than one. Many manufacturers of Synthetic turf and similar products are now using eco friendly materials like sugar cane to manufacture their products. As time goes on and we learn more about manufacturing processes that can benefit the environment, the development of Synthetic turf can only grow and improve.
Capturing water
Yes, synthetic grass does not absorb water, BUT the rainwater run off has the potential to be captured and used later in other areas of the garden. The captured water can be set up to be used for an existing garden bed, plants and trees for example.
So, is Synthetic grass eco friendly?
Whilst there are pros and cons for both synthetic turf and natural grass, as outlined above installing synthetic turf in your home can benefit the environment in more ways than one.
Want to find out more? Contact us for all your information on synthetic grass and its benefits.
Check out some of the residential synthetic grass lawns projects we have completed recently.
