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Artificial Turf for Dogs and Kids: Creating a Backyard Paradise

The question comes up, when discussing artificial turf, of whether this product is safe for children and animals. The answer is a resounding yes. While there were certainly concerns in the early days of synthetic grass about its toxic makeup and abrasive feel, today’s artificial grass is an entirely different product. Not only is it safe, but it’s actually ideal for both children and pets, and you can use it to create an amazing play space in your own back yard.

How Substituting Turf for Grass Makes Your Yard a Safer Place to Play

Today’s artificial lawns are made without harmful petrochemicals. For example, Las Vegas Artificial Lawns offers safe, sustainable grass with BioCel coating, made from soy. Not only does the grass not have dangerous chemicals in its makeup, but having an artificial lawn means you don’t have to use pesticides and fertilizers, which can be dangerous for children and pets. Artificial turf carries no pollen to trigger allergies, and it’s durable enough for foot traffic, rough play, and harsh weather. All year, it will look beautifully lush and green, so your landscaping will always look the way you imagined it. What’s more, artificial grass designed for playground use is cushioned, so that it reduces impact and prevents injuries when a child falls. Natural grass can’t do that, and neither can the loose fill materials typically found in playgrounds. At Las Vegas Artificial Lawns, we carry playground grasses with an industry best 10 foot fall rating.

What’s the Best Artificial Grass for Dogs? Bentgrass is a Great Choice

Let’s take a moment to address the problem of dogs and grass. Dogs, of course, love to play in their own yard, but unfortunately, their waste can cause unsightly brown patches in a natural lawn. Artificial grass solves this problem, because pet waste won’t damage it, and all you need to do is to pick up the solid waste and rinse away the liquid. You could take this one step further, and create a zone in your yard specifically for your dogs, perhaps a dog run differentiated by different grass. There are many different grasses that could work, so talk to your provider about the best option for you. Bent Grass is one contender, soft yet durable. It feels enough like grass to trick even the pickiest pooch, and is strong enough to put up with any shenanigans the dogs bring to it.

Create Your Dream Space with Artificial Turf and Your Imagination

Now for the fun part! Take some time to really consider how you want your outdoor space to function. With artificial turf, you can create something entirely unique and customized for your family.

• You can have a sporty yard, with designated courts. Painting lines for basketball, tennis, soccer and volleyball won’t damage artificial grass, and with some planning, you can create a multi-sport court that accommodates different sports in the same area. Balls bounce better on artificial turf than natural grass surfaces, and the court will never become uneven or worn out.
• What about an obstacle course, right in the back yard? Obstacle courses are a fun way to get kids moving and help them develop coordination and skills. Tire runs, crawl tunnels, balance beams, and other obstacle course elements can be installed directly into artificial turf. And since it’s your own course, you can modify the difficulty levels as your children grow.
• You can use creative grass patterns to define play zones. Different colored turf sections in geometric patterns can designate different zones, while giving your yard a unique look. It doesn’t have to be different types of green grass, either! Color blocking with different shades of blue, green, and some vibrant colors can make the yard exciting. Children instinctively understand visual cues that direct them into areas for quiet play or active games, and it can make your play area more inviting.
• Consider embedding game markings to encourage structured active play. Hopscotch, four square, track running lanes, and mini basketball courts can give kids a fun place to practice athletic skills safely.
• Spark their imagination with themed designs. Different sections can be painted and arranged to create the foundation for fantasy play. A pirate ship, a fairy tale garden, or a space exploration area can encourage kids to make up their own stories, exercising their imagination while also getting physical exercise.

For the Lawn of Your Daydreams, Contact Las Vegas Artificial Lawns.

Since 2003, Las Vegas Artificial Lawns has been part of the Las Vegas community, providing high quality artificial lawns to the Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Paradise, Spring Valley, and Henderson areas. Providing the most technologically advanced products, , we outshine the competition in quality and service. Our BioCel coating is made from sustainable soy, rather than petrochemicals, and our artificial grass also has antimicrobial compounds to reduce odors, and we offer lawns and playground surfaces that are durable and safe. Certified by the Synthetic Turf Council and licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board, we are committed to providing service and support before, during and after the sale. To learn more about the products we have to offer and how we can transform your lawn, contact us through our website.