How Artificial Turf Keeps Your Children Safer Outside

1. May 11, 2017 How Artificial Turf Keeps Your Children Safer Outside Image 1: Keep Your Children Safer in Your Yard by Installing Artificial Turf Artificial turf is already a popular material for sports pitches, with the industry set to rise another 11% by 2019. However, for those looking for an alternative to regular grass in their homes, artificial turf works wonders in your lawn as well. Page | 1

2. As any parent knows, the safety of your child should be one of your top priorities. You must always look after your children as they run around and play, even in your own backyard. With artificial turf, you’ll rest easy knowing they can play out in your backyard without being at risk of injuries. Avoid Nasty Injuries Real grass looks soft, but it’s often a rough surface that can hurt your child badly if they fall from a height or skid on the floor. It may be full of gravel and other debris, and isn’t cushioned in any way. In contrast, artificial turf feels softer to the children’s (and even adult’s) touch. Many people choose to have a shock absorbent layer placed beneath the grass to cushion any impacts or falls. Also, compared to grit or bark, artificial turf is less abrasive. If your child happens to slide across the surface, they’re unlikely to sustain as much of a graze. Stops Common Allergies Children and adults alike frequently have allergies to grass, pollen and other outdoor substances. This can make playing outside more difficult, as your child may fall ill when they’re exposed to the flora around them. Installing artificial turf will make grass allergies a thing of the past, no matter how long your children enjoy playing out in your yard. Think About Toddlers, Too Although they’re unlikely to be outside without supervision, babies and toddlers need to safely access your lawn as well. When little hands and feet are crawling across the yard, you need to ensure that they won’t be hurt by anything sharp along the surface of your lawn. Artificial grass is laid on top of several layers of protection, so the ground beneath it won’t be able to work up into the blades. Install it Correctly These benefits can only be achieved if artificial turf is installed properly in your lawn. The turf itself should be nailed into the ground to stop it moving around. You need to be confident that your children won’t injure themselves on exposed nails. Page | 2

3. Although you may consider installing the artificial grass yourself, it’s better to seek professional help to ensure your new lawn looks good and functions correctly. Artificial turf professionals are experienced in leveling out uneven backyards, installing drainage systems, and cutting the pieces to fit exactly within the designated space. If you think artificial turf is an excellent safety option for your backyard, contact an installation company today for more information on this versatile material. About Las Vegas Artificial Grass Pros: If you need a company you can trust to install your artificial turf correctly, look no further than Las Vegas Artificial Grass Pros. We’re based in Las Vegas and have been helping happy customers solve their turfing worries for many years. Give us a call today for more information about our services. Sources: How to Lay Artificial Turf, DIYNetwork.com Artificial Grass, HintsAndThings.co.uk Page | 3