Artificial Lawn
South Bay Schools Upgrade Fields with Artificial Turf to Conserve Water
SUNNYVALE, Calif. (KGO) — In a wise decision made five years ago, five South Bay high schools included artificial turf in a $70 million project to upgrade its athletic fields and the water saving is significant. The Field of Dreams at Fremont High School is no longer grass. The grass has been replaced with artificial turf on…
Read MoreInnovative Artificial Turf Solutions: More than Just a Substitute for Grass
More than just a practical feature, artificial turf has taken on a whole new dimension in the field of design and creativity. Traditionally a replacement for grass or used as a fun feature in the yards of aspiring amateur golfers, synthetic turf has taken on an entirely new element as an accent piece. Artificial Turf…
Read MoreWhy Synthetic Turf is Perfect for Event Spaces
Artificial grass can provide attractive, low-maintenance and functional spaces ideal for community events, concerts and more. As of the end of 2014, 40-45 million square feet of synthetic grass for landscape has been installed in the United States, according to the Synthetic Turf Council. It is a fast growing segment of the artificial turf market, as more…
Read MoreGoing Green has Never Been Easier
Everyone wants a green lawn. Whether you’re admiring its lush appearance from afar or enjoying the feel of the blades between your toes, a green lawn is a pleasure. Unfortunately, maintaining that pleasure can be an environmental nightmare, especially with the current drought. As a business owner attempting to adopt “green” practices, you may be…
Read MoreInnovative Artificial Turf Solutions: More than Just a Substitute for Grass
More than just a practical feature, artificial turf has taken on a whole new dimension in the field of design and creativity. Traditionally a replacement for grass or used as a fun feature in the yards of aspiring amateur golfers, synthetic turf has taken on an entirely new element as an accent piece. Artificial Turf…
Read MoreBay Area DIY Artificial Turf Benefits
Synthetic grass can enhance the attractiveness of your Bay Area home or business. Adding a little patch of green is not as difficult as it seems, and the members of your household will most certainly appreciate it. Artificial grass can offer your family — or your customers, if you’re a business owner — the joys that natural…
Read MoreTurf Talk: Learning Artificial Turf Terms
So you finally decided to put in artificial grass and are running into terms like “Face Weight” and “Pile Height”. Wait, what? Time to learn the lingo and understand everything you need to know about artificial grass, related tools, and accessories. Artificial Turf Express has your back when it comes to all things turf. The ATE…
Read MoreShort on Time? Artificial Grass may be the Solution.
The demand for artificial grass for landscaping is growing at 10 to 15 percent per year. This has been stimulated by several factors, including the desire for lower maintenance, an all weather surface, and the recent droughts in the country that have led to a serious water shortage. Modern artificial turf offers high quality surfaces, a realistic appearance, and…
Read MoreCompanies and State Officials Reflect on the Worst California Drought
You see it every day, California drought. Hear it everyday, California drought. Sixty percent of California is in “exceptional drought” and unfortunately, it does not appear that there is a high chance of that condition being alleviated this winter. Kevin Werner, the western regional climate services director at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, says, “groundwater…
Read MoreThe Impact of Artificial Turf on the Sporting World
In 1966, the Astrodome made history when artificial turf was installed in the stadium as a solution to replacing dead and painted grass. Since its inception, “Astro Turf,” as it was originally called, has advanced through three generations. The first generation was made up of short-pile fibers without the infill, the second generation included sand…
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