Are you getting overwhelmed by the time-consuming lawn care? Then artificial turf in the garden is a sensible alternative. Mowing, fertilizing, scarifying and blasting are a thing of the past. However, artificial turf is not the holy grail of garden design. This guide highlights all the advantages and disadvantages with practical tips for laying.

Artificial grass in the garden has advantages and disadvantages

Artificial turf put to the test - advantages and disadvantages at a glance

Top maintained, real lawn is a feast for the eyes. However, moles, weeds, moss and constant rain often throw a spanner in the works for the hard-working gardener. Not to mention the time-consuming maintenance program. Artificial grass puts an end to these inconveniences. The high-tech green is not the ultimate, however, because there are disadvantages. We have compiled the most important pros and cons for you below:

Benefits:

  • imitates real grass perfectly
  • for all sunny, semi-shady and shady locations
  • no more watering, mowing, fertilizing, scarifying
  • ideal as a playground for young and old
  • Swimming pool can remain standing
  • Lifetime up to 15 years
  • made from harmless polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE)
  • positive environmental balance

Disadvantage:

  • expensive to buy
  • sensitive to dirt
  • flammable, therefore not suitable for barbecue parties
  • Cheap products not suitable for walking barefoot

Artificial grass for the garden - price examples

The financial aspect is considered to be the biggest obstacle when deciding between real grass and artificial grass. If you lay the artificial green yourself and lower your expectations a little, you can still bear the costs. The following table provides an overview of the bandwidth in the cost structure:

artificial grass height Price per m²
for camping and balcony 9mm 9.95 euros
play turf 30mm 29.95 euros
ornamental lawn 35mm 34.95 euros
Premium quality 36mm 49.95 euros

Artificial turf made from C-shape yarn is new to the market. The special advantage lies in the dimensional stability, so that you can leave your children's swimming pool on these surfaces all summer long. With a product height of 32 mm, C-Shape artificial turf costs EUR 32.95 per square meter.

Lay artificial turf yourself - brief instructions

First, the old turf is completely removed and the surface is leveled with topsoil. Lay out a sand bed about 10 cm thick from paving sand, which you moisten, roll and smooth. How to proceed:

  • Spread out the geofleece on the sand and fix it with anchors
  • Unroll and flatten artificial grass
  • Fasten the surface with artificial turf anchors at a distance of 50 cm
  • When laying with seams: fold over both sides and cut off a 3 cm wide edge
  • Lay special artificial turf tape, fold back the turf and press down
  • Cut off the overhanging edges with a carpet knife

Finally, brush the lawn thoroughly with a hard broom.

tips

As an outdoor covering for the self-made garden sauna, artificial turf is a decorative and easy-care option as an outdoor covering. Compared to natural stone paving, the artificial green is also a cheap alternative for setting up loungers or a small pool.

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Garden design