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Jefferson Home Fashions 6X8 Grn Grass Carpet Gr68bg Mat Astroturf $29.99 6′ x 8′, Green, Grass Carpet, Marine Backing, Mold & Mildew Resistant, In Zipper Bag…. |
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PetZoom Pet Park Indoor Pet Potty The PetZoom Pet Park is the unique solution for pet accident-free living. Perfect for when you’re late coming home to let the dog out, or unable to let your pet outside due to bad weather. Ideal as a training tool for your puppy, it’s also great in assisting an older dog that might be unable to go to the bathroom outside. Pet Park is made of a synthetic grass material that looks and feels real. It… |
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Puppy Potty Trainer Indoor Grass Training Patch, 3 Layers $24.50 This mat and tray system gives dogs a place to relieve themselves when they can’t go outside! The ingenious mat is made of an antimicrobial and odor resistant artificial turf that gives off an organic scent, attracting dogs so they can be taught quickly that it is an acceptable spot for relief. The mat sits on top of a plastic insert which allows liquid to drain into the included locking tray for … |
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Premium Synthetic Turf. Size 5′ X 15′, 46oz. Rubber Backed with Drainage Holes. $412.50 The latest generation of synthetic turf product, outstanding color with -monofiliments to keep that realistic look. Washes easily and will last for years. Can be cut or let us know f you need it custom sized. You will be 100% pleased with all of our products, as the thousands of other customers are…. |
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Know what you are buying!
An educated buyer is a savvy buyer that knows how to spot a great deal and a worth-while value because they know what to look for!
If this is your first venture into the world of artificial turf for residential or commercial use – you want to explore artificial turf grasses and how they are manufactured as if you were purchasing any outdoor flooring solution.
What options do you have?
Realistically – your options are limited only by your imagination, willingness to shop and your budget!
Artificial turf materials are meant to be properly and permanently installed by professionals and handy do-it-yourselfers that can follow standard installation guidelines.
If you plan to build-it-yourself, budget for tools and equipment rentals for some projects!
What Makes Up the Costs
Surface materials, infill, seaming tapes and glues or tacks, soil stabilizing fabrics, base materials, rodent control barriers (where needed), cups and other trim materials called for in the design specification are all costs associated with artificial turf grass for lawns, pet areas and putting green installations.
Surface styling, fiber quality, stitch count, backing materials, even UV protection and warranty are always reflected in the cost of these materials. Lower costs are generally a sign of a compromise in one of the factors just mentioned, just as it is normally found in the world of carpeting.
Where You Can Buy Artificial Lawn and Sports Surface Materials
In the world of artificial grass there are only a handful of skilled tufting companies that focus on manufacturing artificial turf surface materials. Lawn, landscape and leisure sports uses all have “styles” of artificial turf manufactured to optimize look, feel and performance.
Higher-end, professional quality, branded solutions are generally sold through experienced, artificial turf installers; licensed builders and value added dealers, such as professional construction landscape materials and building supply centers.
How Do You Determine Quality
Unless you are willing to replace materials every few years, you should consider the purchase of your new artificial turf installation as a long-term investment. The difference in pricing between products and contractors may be as dramatic as the quality, durability, look and feel of professionally installed veneered flooring to hand-rubbed oak; and for those differences, expect to pay more for better quality, service and building standards.
Warranty
Many styles of materials are warranted to resist fading, stains, blade and backing failure for 8 years or more; and with low traffic, well cared for artificial turf could last even longer.
The type of surface materials you choose only make up half the installation expense. Properly planned and executed site preparation, appropriate drainage, base and surface installation are keys to having your project remain structurally sound, for years.
To overcome issues of wear-and-tear and blades matting down, plan to design a walkway through high-traffic areas; use concrete, paver or stone patios for out-door dining that can be easily cleaned if you have food or beverage spills, and your artificial turf, like any natural lawn, will provide you with a beautiful and lush green area to offset the hardscape and rock you use elsewhere.
How Large Is a Roll of Turf?
Rolls of surface materials are 15 feet wide and many bulk rolls are up to 100 linear feet long; a total of 1500 square feet per roll; and about 600-800 pounds of dead weight.
I Just Have A Little Area …
To locate smaller quantities for purchase and self-installation, materials can be found on the internet and some discount carpet wholesalers. Landscape and building supply centers may carry products locally. Request samples before you buy products, sight unseen, and ask about support for installation questions.
Turf Wholesale
Wholesale pricing for surface materials can be found from the low-end at $2 to over $5 per square foot for professional quality materials. Expect to pay another $2 to $3 dollars per square foot for other job materials, if you are doing the work yourself.
Professionally Installed Artificial Grass Projects
Professional installations of lawn and landscape projects can cost from $8.00 to well over $20 per square foot. Required equipment, job materials, site preparation needs and other factors, such as access to the area and local labor and fuel costs will all have an impact on your final estimate.
Infill Material
All turf surfaces require some weight and anchoring to insure the materials won’t shift, wrinkle and buckle. The material we use as ballast is called infill and there are several types that are used, depending upon the artificial turf system you select.
Infill materials are particles of either silica sand or crumb rubber and are distributed across the surfaces after the turf has been seamed and trimmed to fit. Infill does not go under the grass surfaces, it is always installed across the top.
Recent developments in resilient pads and mats systems that can be used under the turf to increase resiliency and surface stability are bringing more options to market.
If you are building your own project, your artificial turf supplier will provide you with the materials and recommended amount to use to achieve maximum results.
Price Savings
If you’re trying to stretch your budget by buying materials and then installing the job yourself, guidance is priceless!
About the Article Source:
Article written and published by ASGI (the Association of Synthetic Grass Installers), Annie Costa, Executive Director. ASGi members are experienced installers, designers and other professionals, dedicated to sharing best-business-practices, enhancing public awareness and building confidence in our market and product integrity.
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Download ASGi’s Artificial Turf Buyer’s Guide to help you estimate your needs and ASGi’s Standard Installation Guideline, [see "Author Bio" for link] to help you with step by step design tools, installation suggestions, recommendations for estimating, site preparation, job materials required and tools needed.
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