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Artificial Grass for Dogs is a Smart Choice

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Increasingly, more property owners have come to appreciate artificial grass for dogs as an alternative to natural grass surfaces. It offers low cost, low maintenance and continuous beauty over conventional grass surfaces, dirt, cement or gravel. In addition to the practical and aesthetic benefits of using synthetic turf, you can be assured that your dog will love…

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Synthetic Grass Putting Greens

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Think of your favorite putting greens on your favorite local courses, and imagine having access to a green of that quality just by walking out the back door of your home. Artificial Turf Express is making this scenario possible by virtue of our synthetic grass golf greens for your home or business. We offer the most realistic…

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Bill would force HOAs to allow fake grass

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California homeowner associations would be required to allow artificial turf in front yards under a bill recently proposed by the San Diego County Water Authority. The bill, or a version of it, is likely to be championed by Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, D-San Diego.   Only a fraction of the state’s 47,000 HOAs permit synthetic grass on front…

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Why Fake Grass is Gaining Popularity

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If you live in a low-water area, or if you’re just tired of constant lawn maintenance, you’re in good company. More homeowners are saving time, water — and their backs — by switching from real grass to artificial turf.   Synthetic grass for landscaping and recreation is growing 10% to 15% a year in the U.S.…

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Synthetic Grass a Popular Choice for Dog Runs

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Many consumers now want to cover areas of their garden that dogs have completely ruined. These areas, sometimes referred to as dog runs, are significantly benefited by the use of artificial grass.  It provides a safe environment, easy to clean after your pet, lead-free, non-flammable, non-toxic, resistant to extreme traffic, wear and tear. No more mud…

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Synthetic Turf Grass, the Time is Now

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Synthetic lawns have turned into the newest way to create beautiful green grass landscaping that requires minimal maintenance.  It’s even more desirable in hot and humid areas such as Las Vegas and Atlanta.  As well as providing a huge water savings solution across drought stricken California.  But if you’re not a synthetic turf grass expert, you probably don’t…

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The Best Playground Surfaces For Your Child

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Whether you are working on behalf of the local council, a school, childcare centre, or just looking at options for your own home, choosing a playground surface needs to be done with care. There are a number of options that need to be considered including: Safety Durability Aesthetics Price   Safety would have to be the highest…

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Beyond the Back Yard, Artificial Grass Goes Places Natural Grass Can’t

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The most obvious uses of artificial grass are becoming clear: conserving water, reducing the use of fertilizers and pesticides, eliminating yard work, and having a natural-feeling green lawn for year-round use in backyards, front yards, play areas, kennels, and general commercial landscaping. But inventive customers of synthetic grass and other artificial turfs have discovered myriad novel…

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