Summer in Sacramento means warm weather, family bonding, and outdoor activities. While there may be limited options for public outdoor fun this year, there’s no end to the amount of activities you can enjoy in your own backyard with artificial grass landscaping. From water wars to leisure sports, Artificial Turf by Fenix can help you enjoy whatever outdoor activities you love most.

Custom Putting Greens

One of the most popular design options for artificial grass landscaping is incorporating a custom putting green. Many homeowners love indulging in some solo putting on weekends or enjoying a round of mini golf with their family. No matter what functionality you want your course to have, we can help you bring your putting green dreams to life. With artificial turf, you can create a putting green regardless of your yard’s shape, size, or terrain. We can incorporate design features such as contours and bunkers, and our synthetic grass products perfectly replicate the look and feel of professional-grade bentgrass. If you want to enjoy the relaxing, no-pressure atmosphere of putting in your own backyard this summer, you can’t go wrong with a synthetic turf putting green.

Water Fights & Slip ‘n’ Slides

In the sweltering summer heat, there’s no better way to cool off than breaking out the water activities. From swimming in a backyard pool to creating a Slip ‘n’ Slide, kids and adults alike make their summer more fun by getting creative with water activities. Normally, water fights and other activities that soak your lawn are a major hassle. Your grass becomes flooded, your yard gets muddy, and broken grass blades get tracked into the house no matter how careful you are. With artificial grass landscaping, however, none of these are an issue anymore! Enjoy as much water-soaked fun as you’d like without having to worry about dead grass, muddy areas, or broken blades. Synthetic turf is extremely durable and resistant to pull force, so blades won’t break off even if you’re running around or slipping and sliding all day. It’s also installed with a highly efficient drainage system underneath the turf, so water drains at a rate of more than 30 inches per hour per square yard. This means you don’t have to worry about surface flooding and the messy results such as dead patches or mildew growth. 

Bocce Ball Court

Another way to amp up your summer fun with synthetic turf is by installing a bocce ball court in your backyard. Artificial grass is perfect as a bocce ball court material since it offers a clean and leveled surface to play on. Since it can be installed with a durable concrete underlayer, it will remain level and intact even after extensive repeated use. It offers enhanced aesthetic appeal over more common materials such as sand and concrete, but it doesn’t compromise on functionality or practicality. If bocce ball isn’t up your alley, artificial grass is also great for any other kind of leisurely summertime sport, such as badminton, spikeball, or cornhole.

If you’re a Sacramento homeowner looking to make the most of your summer, install synthetic grass landscaping today with the help of Artificial Turf by Fenix. Low-maintenance, cost-effective, and visually stunning, artificial grass landscaping will transform your property into the envy of the neighborhood. To find out more or to receive a free installation estimate, give us a call today at (916) 295-6822.

All Sacramento residents want to do their part to reduce their environmental impact and be more eco-friendly. However, it’s not always easy to find practical ways to do that. Many suggestions for lowering your carbon footprint may seem unreasonable or just impractical for your current lifestyle. However, one easy way to make your home more environmentally friendly without sacrificing anything is by installing artificial grass. With aesthetic and functional benefits for the whole family, it’s an easy solution that benefits you, your wallet, and your planet.

Conserve Water

One way in which synthetic turf benefits the environment is by allowing you to conserve water. Homeowners use thousands of gallons of water for landscaping maintenance each year, and most of it is wasted. By installing artificial grass, however, you can save these thousands of gallons and hundreds of dollars by eliminating the need for daily watering. Synthetic turf is made of a polyethylene material that doesn’t need to be watered to stay green. Although occasional rinse-downs are suggested to clear away any dirt or debris, your artificial grass lawn will stay perfectly green and healthy without any water. In fact, synthetic grass installations are estimated to conserve 4 to 8 billion gallons of water annually worldwide. By switching to turf grass, you not only get a pristinely beautiful lawn, but you do your part to conserve billions of gallons of water each year.

Decrease Carbon Emissions

Synthetic turf’s low-maintenance nature isn’t just convenient for you; it’s beneficial for the environment! Since artificial grass never needs to be mowed, trimmed, or otherwise extensively maintained, you can eliminate your use of gasoline-powered tools for lawn care. Each year, more than 800 million gallons of gas are produced by Americans mowing their lawn. This translates to an astounding amount of air pollution that damages the environment and harms local air quality. By switching to hassle-free artificial grass landscaping, you can have a lawn that’s perfectly trimmed year-round while doing your part to lower the dangerous carbon emission levels worldwide.

Eliminate Use of Harmful Chemicals

When you have a natural grass lawn, dozens of pounds of fertilizer, insecticide, and other harmful chemicals are used each year to help maintain its appearance. However, more than 60 percent of these lawn chemicals go to waste and contribute to chemical runoff. Not only is this runoff harmful for your kids and pets, but it also worsens water pollution that can sicken other humans and local wildlife in the area. By choosing to install artificial grass landscaping, you’re protecting local wildlife by eliminating your use of these toxic chemicals and environmental pollutants. Synthetic turf is completely non-toxic and doesn’t require any maintenance chemicals to stay looking beautiful and weed-free. It’s completely safe for kids and animals, so you can rest assured that you’re doing your part to protect every member of your local environment. 

If you’re ready to reduce your carbon footprint and become more eco-friendly, there’s no better solution than artificial grass. Not only does it benefit the environment, but it also provides unparalleled aesthetic appeal with virtually no maintenance required. To learn more about synthetic turf products or to receive a free estimate, give the Artificial Turf by Fenix team a call at (916) 295-6822. We would be happy to answer any of your questions.

All pet owners want the best for their furry friends, whether that’s choosing a house with a lot of outdoor space or buying them the best food on the market. However, one factor that Sacramento homeowners may not consider is the type of landscaping they have. Grass is great for letting your dogs run and play, but the maintenance and upkeep needed isn’t always so great for you. Artificial grass is a great landscape alternative for pet owners because it gives your dogs the same soft, green grass to play on while reducing your maintenance requirements and giving you additional peace of mind that your yard will stay looking beautiful year-round.

Pet Turf

Any good synthetic grass installation begins with the turf product itself. Pet owners love synthetic grass because any variation you choose will have enhanced durability over natural grass and will remain green regardless of foot traffic or pet waste. However, there are also turf products that are specially engineered for use in homes or facilities with four-legged friends running around. Pet turf is made for moderate to heavy foot traffic and features dual blade tones for an ultra-realistic appearance. Each grass blade is triple reinforced through tuft bind technology and is incredibly resistant to pull force so your pup can play all day without damaging your lawn. The blades also remain green no matter how much your dog uses your turf as a restroom. You never have to worry about muddy paws, holes in your lawn, or brown patches when you opt for pet turf from Artificial Turf by Fenix.

Odor-Neutralizing Infill

Another great turf product for homeowners is odor-neutralizing infill such as ZeoFill. These infill products go between the turf blades and help to make the lawn more padded and comfortable. Infill also helps keep the blades upright for a natural, lush appearance. Some types of infill are specifically formulated for use in homes with pets. These infill products contain non-toxic, biodegradable granules that trap and neutralize ammonia-based odors such as those caused by pet waste. Choosing ZeoFill or a similar product will help keep your lawn clean and smelling fresh despite your pup’s best efforts.

Turf Deodorizer

Pet turf and infill are important considerations during the installation process, but what about afterward? After months or years of your dog playing on the same turf, you may start to notice slight odors from pet waste and other bacteria. Luckily, there are quick and easy turf deodorizer products that are formulated to combat pet-related odors on your artificial grass. After rinsing down your lawn with a hose, simply spray a turf deodorizer such as TurFresh as-needed and your backyard will smell as fresh as the day it was installed. Turf deodorizers are a great product for pet owners to have on hand in order to keep their synthetic grass looking pristine for years to come.

Dogs can be tough on your yard, so invest in a landscaping solution that can handle it. Sacramento homeowners consistently choose artificial grass because their pets will love it as much as their family does. Eliminate dead spots, muddy paws, and unsightly holes with Artificial Turf by Fenix. To find out more, give us a call at (877) 673-8873 and we would be happy to provide you with a free estimate. Our 100% American-made synthetic grass is always of the highest quality and comes with a 15-year warranty.

For homeowners in Sacramento, artificial turf is becoming more and more popular as a landscaping alternative. But did you know that businesses can also benefit from a synthetic grass lawn? In addition to it being an attractive option for landscaping, synthetic turf is also incredibly useful for pet kennels and doggy daycares. Here are some of the main reasons why more dog kennel facilities are making the switch to synthetic grass landscaping.

Resilience

Artificial turf is made from highly durable polyethylene materials and woven with triple tuft binding technology, making it almost impossible to pull the turf blades up from their backing. This means that no matter how much the dogs run, play, and roughhouse on it, your grass will remain intact and look beautiful. When properly installed, artificial grass is all but impossible for a dog to dig through, meaning there’ll be no unsightly holes in your backyard. One of the biggest drawbacks of natural grass is that it is easily damaged by dogs going to the bathroom on it. The nitrogen in a dog’s waste can sterilize the soil, killing the grass and leaving ugly brown patches behind. Synthetic grass, on the other hand, doesn’t die, meaning that it will continue to look fresh and green no matter how often dogs relieve themselves on it.

Sanitation

Once the dogs have finished their business, it is very easy to clean up after them. Synthetic turf’s backing is highly durable but permeable, allowing urine to pass through it and drain away from your lawn without issue. You can scoop up solid waste the same as you would on normal grass, and then rinse the area off with water. If unpleasant odors are lingering in your artificial grass lawn, you can easily wash them away with a mixture of water and vinegar or specialized turf cleaning products. 

Pest Prevention

Pet owners know that pests and parasites like fleas and ticks can dwell in natural grass. For kennel owners, outdoor green space can easily be a place for these pests to breed or transfer from dog to dog. Synthetic grass, however, is inhospitable for pests; they have a difficult time living in the blades of synthetic turf, and there’s no soil for them to nest in. Therefore, an artificial turf lawn can greatly reduce the transmission of pests between dogs, keeping your four-legged patrons happy and healthy.

Non-Toxic

Modern synthetic grass is made with completely non-toxic and lead-free materials. Despite being artificial in nature, synthetic turf is less harmful to pets than natural grass. This is because natural grass needs to be treated with pesticides and fertilizers that can linger on the grass blades and be ingested when dogs chew on them. Synthetic turf never needs to be treated with these chemicals, however, so you will never need to worry about dogs falling ill from chewing on turf. 

If you’re interested in installing artificial grass in your Sacramento dog kennel or other animal care facility, call the professionals at Artificial Turf by Fenix. We’re the local experts on synthetic grass and can pair you with the perfect synthetic grass products for your needs. If you’re interested in receiving a no-obligation estimate, give us a call today at (877) 673-8873. 

Spring is rapidly approaching, which means the time for home redecorating and cleaning is soon upon us. If you own an artificial turf lawn in Rocklin, chances are you’ve got some lawn furniture that needs to be moved or some weeds cropping up in the corners. While synthetic turf is far easier to care for than a natural grass lawn, there are still some basic things you should do to get ready for springtime.

Clear your lawn area.

First things first, you’ll want to pick up lawn equipment like patio furniture, planters, children’s playsets, and anything else you currently have resting on the lawn. This will make it easier to clean and fluff your lawn going forward, and it will give you a chance to refresh and rearrange your outdoor living area. Rotating and moving around this lawn equipment will also ensure that you don’t wear out certain spots before the rest of the lawn.

Check the lawn for any damage.

While artificial turf is very resilient, harsh winter weather can still cause damage to your lawn or its seams and edges. Again, this rarely occurs for professionally-installed lawns, but tears and buckles can happen on occasion. If you do spot any damage, don’t worry; it is very easy to repair small patches of synthetic turf without having to replace the entire lawn.

Clean your lawn.

Winter winds and rain can deposit twigs, leaves, and other debris on your lawn, where they can decompose and impede the turf’s drainage. You’ll want to rake or brush this debris away, but be sure to not use a metal tool. Plastic or synthetic bristles are perfect for digging out debris without harming your turf. After that, you’ll want to rinse your synthetic grass lawn with a garden hose to wash off dust and smaller debris. Lastly, areas that are used as a pet’s bathroom will need extra attention. Pet urine can leave unpleasant odors behind, which you can wash away with a mix of water and distilled white vinegar. The best solution, however, is a specialized deodorizer product that can chemically neutralize the ammonia in pet urine. 

Groom your lawn.

Grooming is critical for high-traffic areas or spots that frequently have heavy lawn equipment resting on them. If you have furniture or backyard sports equipment that remains in one spot for too long, it can cause the synthetic turf to flatten and look matted. Not only is it visually unappealing, but it also impedes drainage. You can re-fluff your artificial grass with a broom or brush, but again, remember to use a tool with soft synthetic or plastic brush bristles.

Remove weeds.

Weeds normally can’t sprout up through artificial turf, especially if you’ve had a weed barrier installed beneath it, but they can grow along the edges of the lawn where the turf edges have been disrupted or sediment has settled. Since the early spring is usually the rainiest part of the year for California, weeds are most likely to sprout up during this time. So, while you’re grooming your lawn, make sure to tug up any weeds that you see. 

Consider remodeling or new additions.

Spring can be a great time for exterior renovations, as the rainy season helps soften the soil and makes it easier to work with. This could be a good time to add a new section of artificial turf to your lawn, implement decorations like flowerbeds or hardscapes, or anything else your imagination can dream up!

If you’d like to install a new synthetic grass lawn at your Rocklin home this spring, you can trust the professionals at Artificial Turf by Fenix. With an artificial grass lawn, you’ll spend less time having to maintain your lawn and more time actually enjoying it. Call us today at (877) 673-8873, and we can give you a free estimate on your project.