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.

A major point of concern for any Sacramento home improvement or renovation project is making sure that it saves you money in the long run. Energy-efficient lightbulbs, improved insulation, water-saving faucets, and more are all common ways homeowners are shaving dollars off of their utility bills. But did you know that an artificial grass lawn can also help you save money? With synthetic turf, not only can you have a lush green lawn all year round, but you can also end up coming out ahead financially compared to having a sod grass lawn. 

While there are initial installation costs to consider, the vast majority of money spent on a lawn will be its long-term maintenance. This is where the differences between synthetic and natural grass truly shine. A natural grass lawn needs to be watered, mowed, trimmed, fertilized, seeded, and treated with pesticides regularly, all of which add considerable costs over the years. And this is assuming that everything works as intended to! If your lawn’s irrigation system or your mower breaks down, you could be forced to spend hundreds of dollars to fix the issue. 

A synthetic turf lawn, meanwhile, has far less rigorous maintenance requirements. Typically, artificial grass will only require a bi-annual brushing with a power broom and an occasional rinsing to remove dirt and debris. This means far less time and money spent on keeping your artificial turf lawn looking green and beautiful. 

Let’s break down the long-term costs for an artificial lawn versus one consisting of natural grass over the span of a single year. A synthetic turf lawn covering 350 square feet will cost you roughly $90 a year for brushing and rinsing it with water. Meanwhile, a natural grass lawn will cost roughly $250 a year for watering, $1200 a year for landscape maintenance, and $200 a year for fertilizer, for a total average cost of $1650 over just a single year! Some will point out that the initial installation of natural grass is cheaper than synthetic turf. This is true, but if you have to get a new irrigation system and a new lawnmower to go with it (both of which can cost up to thousands of dollars), any initial savings you enjoy can quickly evaporate.  

It’s not just money you end up saving, however. With artificial turf’s low water requirements, you can help alleviate the pressure on one of our state’s most precious and precarious resources. Additionally, the low maintenance needs mean you can spend less time having to work on your lawn and more time actually enjoying it. 

If you’d like to explore the possibility of installing a synthetic turf lawn for your Sacramento home or business, come to the experts at Artificial Turf by Fenix. We can consult with you on your turf options and help you choose the best type that will help you save money. After that, we’ll perform a professional installation that will give you a pristine lawn for years to come. To learn more about our synthetic turf products or to schedule an appointment, give us a call today at (877) 673-8873.