Things You'll Need:
- Price quotes
- Product specifications
- Maintenance estimates
- Safety data
- Playability and use considerations
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Step 1
Consider both the initial investment and long term maintenance costs for turf versus grass. Artificial turf installation ma cost substantially more to install, but savings in maintenance and sprinkler systems ma offset some of this difference.
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Step 2
Obtain estimates or review contracts for maintenance before deciding between artificial turf and sod. Although synthetic turf does not require mowing, regular maintenance is required.
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Step 3
Research safety issues involving artificial turf and grass sod. Consider the potential for heat stress and abrasive injuries along with environmental concerns regarding toxic leaching, water use, and energy used in manufacturing.
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Step 4
Consider the ways your lawn will be used. Whether artificial turf grass makes sense for your application depends on factors such as durability in heavy traffic and playability in adverse weather conditions.










