Thursday, December 1, 2011

Garden Elements - Field Turf (Artificial Grass)

In San Diego, rising water prices along with maintenance costs have made standard turf lawns a significant long term expense.  When a home owner looks at the total cost of maintaining a lawn (water, mowing, fertilizer, irrigation repair), they will discover that their 500 square foot lawn ended up costing a total of roughly $5,000 to maintain over the course of ten years.  Other issues with the standard sod lawn include dog damage and difficult growing conditions such as tree shade and poor drainage.  A growing trend in San Diego has been to do away with sod lawns and switch to artificial grass.
Artificial grass has come a long way since the days of cheap Astroturf laid over concrete.  The best in artificial grass available today is Field Turf which is made and installed by the Easy Turf Company, based here in San Diego County.  Field Turf is now used in many football stadiums, from high school to the NFL.   The three reasons for its popularity are durability, drainage and most important of all, reduction in maintenance expenses. 
Field Turf is backed by a 10 year warranty for residential landscapes.  Field Turf is made from a high quality polyethylene material that is coated to resist water and sun damage.  The backing that holds the “grass” fibers in place is designed with hundreds of tiny holes in each square yard of material.  This design is far superior to the felt backing found in some cheap artificial grasses.  Underneath Field Turf, 3 layers of fill and aggregate material are installed to further aid in cushioning impacts and improving drainage.
The result is a lawn that is as soft as grass but drains better.  Another benefit of Field Turf is the reduction of weeds and weed flowers.  This in turns reduces allergies and bees in the lawn area.  Dog urine also drains right though Field Turf without discoloring the material.  Even doggy landmines will not discolor Field Turf thanks to its polymer coating.  One drawback of Field Turf is the heat issue.  Field Turf will be warmer than regular grass, although it retains less heat than concrete.  
Field Turf costs about $10 to $15 per square foot which makes it a little more expensive than concrete ($8 - $10 per sq ft) and considerably more expensive than just installing a sod lawn ($2 - $4 per sq ft).  But when you factor in the water and maintenance cost savings, Field Turf ends up costing about the same over the course of ten years.
For more information, check out Easy Turf’s web page and give them a call to find out how they can install Field Turf in your garden.  http://www.easyturf.com/


Photos provided by Easy Turf

21 comments:

  1. wow!! it's a beautiful turf for home garden.....
    Turf Manchester

    ReplyDelete
  2. Nice Blog! I really like it.........
    Lawn looks awesome.

    ReplyDelete
  3. lovely blog....thanks for idea for best garden design.....
    Artificial Grass

    ReplyDelete
  4. This blog is very nice and informative!
    Keep sharing.
    Thank you so much.
    Lawn Suppliers Sydney

    ReplyDelete
  5. great information about field Turf....

    ReplyDelete
  6. Great article, very informative. Thank you for sharing with your audience!

    ReplyDelete
  7. I am really impressed with the quality of your blog. It's amazing to see it and allow us to feel great. The data and content you disclosed in this post is also very inspiring and full of meaning.

    Sod Sacramento

    ReplyDelete
  8. Thank you for sharing this very informative post

    sports turf Anaheim

    ReplyDelete
  9. Thanks for this info -- very helpful and convenient to look up synthetic turf

    ReplyDelete
  10. They were growing some other stuff that stayed low and flat. Not sure what it was. Maybe it’s considered just as bad as grass now. lawn mowers lowes

    ReplyDelete
  11. grass glued together at the seams must be accurately aligned. The team at As Good As Grass have the experience to hide these seams thus giving the appearance of a realistic grass lawn. Synthetic Grass

    ReplyDelete
  12. I found this one pretty fascinating and it should go into my collection. Very good work! I am Impressed. Buffalo Turf Sydney

    ReplyDelete
  13. Conterior provides you with the best flooring designing services in dwarka which enhance your Home beauty to next level. And you feel like heaven on earth. We provide best interior designs in affordable prices. We also deals in best wallpaper designs in dwarka.

    ReplyDelete
  14. Your post is very informative. I have read all your posts and all are very informative. Thanks for sharing and keep it up like this. Buffalo Turf Sydney

    ReplyDelete
  15. Great article, such a great information for me, thanks You’re doing a great job, Keep it up. present ideas for men

    ReplyDelete
  16. Landscaping and sod installation can have a significant impact on the overall aesthetic of your outdoor space. Whether you're looking to enhance your home's curb appeal or create an inviting backyard oasis, a well-designed landscape can make all the difference. Sod installation is a great way to quickly establish a lush green lawn, and with proper care, it can provide years of enjoyment for you and your family.

    Block Wall

    Sod Installation

    Robert Complete Care

    Lawn Care Services

    ReplyDelete
  17. Nice blog! This is useful for those who is looking for the artificial turf installers. Keep Sharing such information blog.

    ReplyDelete
  18. I really enjoy reading your blog and waiting for your next update. I appreciate all the work you put into this site, helping out others with your services.

    astro turf

    ReplyDelete
  19. Nice blog! This is useful for those who is looking for the artificial dog turf. Keep Sharing such information blog.

    ReplyDelete
  20. Nice blog! This is useful for those who is looking for the grass installation. Keep Sharing such information blog.

    ReplyDelete