Artificial Grass Is the Latest Trend in Home Makeovers

1. June 8, 2017 Artificial Grass Is the Latest Trend in Home Makeovers According to a recent survey, more homeowners are now stepping up their landscaping and gardening game to foster a more relaxed lifestyle by creating unique, functional, and low- maintenance outdoor living spaces. The keyword here is low-maintenance, as nearly 75% of respondents say they want to spend more time in using their outdoor space to entertain guests Page | 1

2. or indulge in their hobbies, rather than slaving away in upkeep. This emphasis on relaxation - and the fact the no one wants to spend almost two months of their lives just mowing the lawn - is what makes the installation of artificial grass a must in any outdoor project. Artificial Grass Is Great if You Have a Crazy Schedule For people who lead a very busy lifestyle, choosing to install artificial grass helps create pockets of free time in your day, by eliminating the hard work of maintaining a perfectly manicured lawn. Once installed, artificial grass only requires the bare minimum in maintenance. Unlike natural grass, faux grass only needs your attention every 2-3 years for minor touch ups in its estimated 30-year lifespan. This is also good news if you weren't gifted with a green thumb. Because it's made from synthetic fibers, you don't have to worry about it being ruined by pests and plant diseases like mold and blight. Choose Artificial Grass if You Live in Either Extremely Hot or Cold Weather Since artificial grass can withstand any kind of harsh weather condition, you are guaranteed a lush lawn all year round. In places like Atlanta, where temperature can reach up to 105 degrees, artificial grass is the most cost and time-efficient alternative. It's also ideal to use in states where water services are regulated due to high incidences of drought. The use of artificial grass can be an alternative or complementary solution to current water conservation efforts. Installing Artificial Grass Helps Save on Water Bills Cutting down on water use, also means cutting down on your bill. Data from Circle of Blue shows that a family of four in Atlanta uses 18,000 gallons of water a month and pays around $141.20 for their consumption. In comparison, a mid-sized lawn (about 10,000 square feet) uses up to 6,500 gallons of water a day. So, if you water your lawn everyday, that's close to 200,000 gallons a month. Now, you do the math. Page | 2

3. Artificial Grass Ensures Child-Safe Outdoor Living Spaces For families with small children, using artificial grass is a better option for a kid-safe outdoor space. Because no sharp machineries are needed to maintain faux grass, you don't have to worry about kids getting hurt. Also, if your kids have allergic reactions to grass pollen or pesticides, having artificial grass instead of natural grass in your lawn removes the potential danger of getting in contact with any allergens or chemicals. About Atlanta Artificial Grass: We specialize in designing, installing, and maintaining high quality artificial grass for use in different outdoor spaces in homes, schools, and sports stadiums. Servicing more than 26 cities, Atlanta Artificial Grass’ team of experts ensures customers will have vibrant and functional outdoor living spaces that's low-maintenance as well as toxin-free. Sources: A quick look at the ins and outs of synthetic turf maintenance, Totallandscapecare.com Price of Water 2016: Up 5 Percent in 30 Major U.S. Cities; 48 Percent Increase Since 2010, Circleofblue.org Page | 3