Synthetic Lawns Save Up to 70,000 Litres of Water Per Year
Announcement posted by Green Planet Grass 09 Jun 2014
Synthetic lawn manufacturer in Perth reveals how Australians are installing artificial grass to save water.
Perth,WA, 9 June 2014 - Whether the motivation to save water is fueled by money, the environment or both, record numbers of Australians are discovering that they can save water by installing artificial grass. Water restrictions and rising costs are never far from the minds of those in Western Australia, especially during the months that restrictions are in place.
Many who work with the restrictions to use maximum amounts of water on their lawns are still frustrated by the appearance of diminishing returns. To many, it seems that there is never enough water or enough time to turn their lawns into the lush, green lawns that their neighbors who have artificial grass enjoy.
New Generation Synthetic Grass
Synthetic grass has undergone a lot of developmental changes in the last fifty years. Currently, artificial grass has the appearance and performance characteristics of an immaculate natural grass lawn.
New generation artificial grass fibres are made of synthetic materials woven into a yarn that is UV resistant and able to withstand the extremes of a climate like that of Perth. Then, the fibres are attached to the bottom padding. An infill is then added. This allows the artificial grass to perform like natural grass; the infill acts as a cushion between the ground and the person using the grass and also helps to keep the grass in place.
Many manufacturers such as Green Planet Grass offer an optional shock pad underneath the artificial grass to add more cushioning and adhere to Australian Critical Fall Height Standards.
The end result is an experience rivalling the best of natural grass, but with one big difference. While natural grass is only at its best for a small portion of the year, due to the effects of both weather and usage on its integrity, synthetic grass provides optimum appearance and performance, every day of the year, regardless of wear patterns or weather.
Saving Water
A synthetic lawn never has to be watered. This saves as much as 70% on monthly water usages for many homeowners. While no exact or definitive averages are available, it is estimated that a homeowner with a lawn measuring 50 sqm can use between 30,000 and 70,000 litres of water per year keeping it green and healthy.
More Benefits
There are many more documented benefits to installing artificial grass than the water savings. According to Justin Everley, Director of Green Planet Grass, “More and more people are installing artificial grass every day because it makes sense from both a financial and a time perspective. Keeping a lawn in good shape requires a lot of time, money and effort that many Australians would rather spend elsewhere.”
Mr Everley continued, “Think of all the time the average homeowner spends mowing the lawn. Then remember that it will also need weeding, fertilising and re-seeding at various points throughout the year. Think of the costs for equipment and chemicals. Then, it comes back to labour. The homeowner can either spend their own time or spend money to have someone else do the work.”
Mr Everley concluded, “A Green Planet Grass lawn will last twenty years under normal use. It pays for itself in around five. It is a very wise investment.”
Green Planet Grass manufactures and installs artificial grass in Perth. They have customised solutions for all applications of artificial grass, including their Pet Grass and Play Grass systems. To learn more, call (08) 9206 2669 or visit their website: http://www.greenplanetgrassperth.com.au/.
Many who work with the restrictions to use maximum amounts of water on their lawns are still frustrated by the appearance of diminishing returns. To many, it seems that there is never enough water or enough time to turn their lawns into the lush, green lawns that their neighbors who have artificial grass enjoy.
New Generation Synthetic Grass
Synthetic grass has undergone a lot of developmental changes in the last fifty years. Currently, artificial grass has the appearance and performance characteristics of an immaculate natural grass lawn.
New generation artificial grass fibres are made of synthetic materials woven into a yarn that is UV resistant and able to withstand the extremes of a climate like that of Perth. Then, the fibres are attached to the bottom padding. An infill is then added. This allows the artificial grass to perform like natural grass; the infill acts as a cushion between the ground and the person using the grass and also helps to keep the grass in place.
Many manufacturers such as Green Planet Grass offer an optional shock pad underneath the artificial grass to add more cushioning and adhere to Australian Critical Fall Height Standards.
The end result is an experience rivalling the best of natural grass, but with one big difference. While natural grass is only at its best for a small portion of the year, due to the effects of both weather and usage on its integrity, synthetic grass provides optimum appearance and performance, every day of the year, regardless of wear patterns or weather.
Saving Water
A synthetic lawn never has to be watered. This saves as much as 70% on monthly water usages for many homeowners. While no exact or definitive averages are available, it is estimated that a homeowner with a lawn measuring 50 sqm can use between 30,000 and 70,000 litres of water per year keeping it green and healthy.
More Benefits
There are many more documented benefits to installing artificial grass than the water savings. According to Justin Everley, Director of Green Planet Grass, “More and more people are installing artificial grass every day because it makes sense from both a financial and a time perspective. Keeping a lawn in good shape requires a lot of time, money and effort that many Australians would rather spend elsewhere.”
Mr Everley continued, “Think of all the time the average homeowner spends mowing the lawn. Then remember that it will also need weeding, fertilising and re-seeding at various points throughout the year. Think of the costs for equipment and chemicals. Then, it comes back to labour. The homeowner can either spend their own time or spend money to have someone else do the work.”
Mr Everley concluded, “A Green Planet Grass lawn will last twenty years under normal use. It pays for itself in around five. It is a very wise investment.”
Green Planet Grass manufactures and installs artificial grass in Perth. They have customised solutions for all applications of artificial grass, including their Pet Grass and Play Grass systems. To learn more, call (08) 9206 2669 or visit their website: http://www.greenplanetgrassperth.com.au/.