GLOBAL SYN-TURF

Studies have shown that extreme weather conditions, such as heat, does not harm or damage synthetic grass. The same can be said with synthetic turf in relation to colder conditions. With its polyurethane and polyethylene composition, its materials are specially engineered to withstand colder temperature areas, whether it is windy and cool, or frigid and icy. The modern infill systems of artificial grass today also aid in cold weather. Infill makes the artificial turf slower to freeze in extreme cold conditions. In windier conditions, infill granules stay in place and further compact together, without getting blown away.
For many recreational and professional sports fields that are made from synthetic grass, it is convenient because during the off season for certain sports, worries about maintenance, grass dying, or brown spots are not of concern with artificial grass fields. The use of synthetic turf fields for multi-purpose or multi-sport stadiums actually cut maintenance costs quite a bit, since the surfaces do not need special climate care, unlike regular grass fields and other playing surfaces. While artificial turf has the ability to keep its texture even in the height of the winter, regular grass can freeze and become as hard as a concrete playing surface. Without infill, these concrete-like regular grass fields are very hazardous to play on, lacking cushioning that infill provides to help prevent major injuries.

For residential synthetic grass users in cold areas, synthetic turf lawns do not freeze up or become brittle, even when coming into contact with snow. A concern some individuals may have about an artificial grass lawn in the snow is whether or not it looks unnatural or fake when covered with snow. Artificial turf’s life-like appearance and tint make it very hard to distinguish from a real grass lawn even when covered with snow. Its coloring is also very natural, not making it stand out or even look remotely artificial in cold elements. Some may look at synthetic grass’ green qualities as a bad thing in the winter, since neighborhoods are used to the browning of grass with the changing of the seasons. However, with modern natural grass alternatives like artificial grass, the look of a green and healthy lawn in the winter is now being embraced as a beautiful thing—at least more so than a brown, dying lawn that households have been forced to deal with in the past.
Synthetic grass’ technologically advanced drainage system does well to drain snow and ice. Since the turf backing is highly perforated, when the snow and ice melt into liquid, they can easily permeate through the turf surface, making sure the liquid drains through successfully. When the hotter seasons arrive, snow and ice will have melted away and manually drained in entirety through the turf, making sure that liquid isn’t backed up or collecting on the artificial turf surface. With its intricate composition and durable materials, synthetic turf is the ideal all-weather surface and real grass lawn alternative. It proves to withstand even the coldest and extreme weather conditions, including snow. Artificial grass systems allow fields and lawns to keep their texture, while maintaining a green and lush aesthetic even in frigid climates.

Global Syn-Turf is a manufacturer and distributor of synthetic grass located in California with distributors nationwide (Arizona, Florida, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Nevada, New Jersey, etc.)

“Artificial grass is beneficial in so many ways, including the fact that it is adaptable to any season, including fall. The fall season is the main transitional season between winter and summer. The changing of conditions and temperature is very apparent during fall. Fall imagery usually consists of rustic colors, leaves falling, and browning of trees and grass. However, the browning of the grass is now a thing of the past with artificial grass. No matter what weather conditions are, synthetic grass remains green and healthy looking, even when everything around it starts to wilt or turn brown.
In cooler conditions, artificial grass does not freeze up or die off like regular grass. In such cold environments, regular grass typically needs more fertilizer in the fall and winter seasons due to the fact that microbial activity drops off as the soil temperatures increase. Thus, the soil is less aerated, making it harder for oxygen to penetrate the soil for added growth. Synthetic grass natural and life-like appearance makes it suitable for lawns that would otherwise start to brown or unpleasant in appearance. Aside from gathering falling leaves, much of the maintenance needed by regular grass in the fall is not needed by artificial turf. Gathering leaves and other debris helps to keep synthetic turf clean, maintained, and looking its best. With spring showers gone and colder, drier months ahead, the autumn season usually requires moderate lawn watering for regular lawns, while artificial turf does not need any lawn watering at all.
Should the occasional fall shower take place, modern artificial grass is equipped with vertical drainage systems that are highly perforated, allowing water to drain itself and permeate easily and effectively through the surface of the turf. Since artificial grass needs no fertilization or weeding, it becomes independent of heavy gardening effort or extra time needed for upkeep. With its naturally green tint and realistic texture, it makes it very hard for people to distinguish artificial grass from real grass. However, it is the benefits of artificial grass that set them apart, especially in the fall season. The minimal upkeep allows homeowners to stay warm inside, without having to battle the elements and cold conditions for energy consuming maintenance. Homeowners can rest assured that during the fall season, their lawn will not look dry, dead, or barren. Pets and children can still enjoy and play on a lush lawn even in the autumn season.
The transition between summer and winter in which most households are getting ready for the holidays can be hectic. Having a synthetic turf lawn can help to cut down on overall house maintenance, allowing you to focus on more important things. By saving on water and maintenance costs, households and families can save more during fall and save more funds for the upcoming holidays. Synthetic grass is ideal for the fall because of its properties that allow it to withstand weather condition fluctuations. While certain crops harvest and trees and grass turn brown, your lawn can remain as green and healthy as the springtime, while keeping maintenance to a minimum.”
Global Syn-Turf is a manufacturer and distributor of synthetic grass located in California with distributors nationwide (Arizona, Florida, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Nevada, New Jersey, etc.)