Synthetic Grass

[JLau]

Has anyone had any experience with synthetic grass for your yard? I am thinking about getting mine done with them, but i wanna hear some feedbacks on them, as well as how much more it will cost from regular grass? Thanks!

[JRSC00LUDE]

While I don't have it, a few in my neighbourhood do and it looks great! I think it's deadly.

It's not inexpensive though. The cheapest guy I am aware of (Saskatoon market mind you) supplies and installs for $8/s.f. I would assume the initial "prep" is in addition to that.

[JLau]

thats very cheap....how long is their grass? the ones i have been looking at looks expensive, because they service for golf courses etc.

[JLau]

i just called http://www.evergreenturf.ca/ they said it is about $10/sqft, which is not too too bad

[HomespunLobster]

Not sure on price, make sure it looks like real grass though.

Seen a few yards where they had a very bright green fake grass. looks stupid in summer, and even worse when everyone else's grass dies and there is one bright green lawn

[GT4rally]

This is hilarious! I'd have to install a few golf cups in my lawn!
Seriously though... that's just cheese! Maybe in part of a back yard, but no way would I do the whole yard... especially the front!

[project240]

Originally posted by HomespunLobster
Not sure on price, make sure it looks like real grass though.

Seen a few yards where they had a very bright green fake grass. looks stupid in summer, and even worse when everyone else's grass dies and there is one bright green lawn

QFT!! So incredibly true. I'm not a big fan of synthetic to begin with, IMO it looks silly when snow just melted and your grass is green as can be, but for the sake of your neighbours at least be sure it looks the same colour as actual grass.

[blitz]

I think they should make it change colour with temperature. Below 10 C it's brown, 10-25 it's bright green and over 25 a dull green.

[ddduke]

I think it looks great, it looks real and nothing like astro turf. but $10/sq adds up quickly. The average cookie cutter back yard is about 1500square feet. that's $15000 + initial costs to level out your yard, so with gst and all prep it's probably closer to 16500-17000.

I don't think it looks silly at all and who cares if you don't match your neighbours. It's all about being maintenance free and resale value which this stuff has a lot of. There may be cheap brands out there but the ones that I've seen look very real.

[ALBERTA_IS]

My yard is currently being prepped with road crush for it. I think you would be very surprised what it costs if you do it yourself! Check this website out. Starts at about $3 and goes up from there. Best part is they are local. Enjoy

Rymar.ca

[C_Dave45]

:facepalm:

That's all I've got to say.....

:facepalm:

[Sugarphreak]

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[Cos]

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[superflychief]

As soon as you lay that crap down, you've officially become the laziest neighbour on the street. Those "lawns" look rediculous all year long.

[ExtraSlow]

I like it. I know someone who got the $3 stuff from rymar and installed it himself. He said the install was very easy.

I have a patch in my backyard that NEVER gets any sun, and the grass there is pretty sick. I'm considering synthetic for there, but I'd probably go with the high end stuff, as I'm not sure I like the look of the cheap options.

Cost can be anything from $3 to $60 per square foot. There is a big variety.

[JLau]

i think evergreenturf.ca are pretty reliable, the $10/ sqft includes ground grading, labour and material, which is pretty reasonable. My backyard isnt very big, so i dont even think it will cost that much. Might even put in a putting green lol Furthermore, they give you 10 yrs of warranty. No watering, lawn mowing, fertilizing for min 10 yrs, i think is worth it.

[94CoRd]

I just finished helping my dad lay down about 150 sq/ feet of this stuff. He went through a company called ezgrass, and I believe it was about $1600.

I wouldn't recommend doing an entire lawn, as it is fairly easy to tell that it's fake - but so far it has worked perfectly for the dog run. No more dead grass from dog piss, no more mud puddles when it rains. If it is a small area, or a 'hard to keep green' area - I would recommend it :thumbsup:

[Choice]

Had it done for the backyard by Mirage Putting Greens, I really like the stuff. The grass is from eZ Grass out of Edmonton (google their website, it's pretty cool on the specs of the grass).

This doesn't make me the laziest guy on the block, I think the guy next to me who's cut his lawn once so far this year wins that by a landslide.

[JRSC00LUDE]

Originally posted by superflychief
As soon as you lay that crap down, you've officially become the laziest neighbour on the street. Those "lawns" look rediculous all year long.

You also become the one with the perfect lawn. If I think about it, and the other one has just been cut, I'll take a picture of two side by sides close to me. One that is real and one that is not, we'll see if you can pick correctly.

I'd call it an exercise in efficiency more than laziness. If you're like me, by the time you take 50-60 hrs out of the week for work then you don't have much time left for hobbies, sports and fun. Why the fuck would I not eliminate a few hours of yard work each week. It's no differenct than paying a company to take care of it which, is what I do now.

[Nate]

I put fake grass in the backyard almost 3 years ago. I love it. I got mine from Perfectgrass in Airdrie. Cost of just the grass is about $6/sq ft. They have about 30 different kinds. Takes some work but I put it in myself.


http://www.perfectturfgrass.com/

[jetfire]

Any new comments/advancements/preferred brands/issues/experiences/etc. regarding synthetic grass? Starting to think of landscaping for the upcoming season and this is bit higher on the list over real grass right now.

[78si]

My friend owns rymar grass
http://www.rymargrass.ca/home.aspx

[CanmoreOrLess]

There is a house at 4003 14A Street SW (runs into 39th Avenue SW), corner house, modern design, looks out over the dog park. I did not notice it as being artificial until in the middle of winter his lawn is all nice and green. The house is kind of grey and brown, very square, plenty of glass.

[jetfire]

Thanks for the comments. I've seen many Rymar commercials lately and I'm guessing their show room would be a good place to start. I'll check out the other vendors as well when I get a chance.

[bignerd]

Does this fake grass absorb heat like a real lawn? If you have real grass is sort of keeps your backyard cooler so was wondering if an artificial product would reflect more heat back.

[codetrap]

LOL at $10/square foot. I think I have like 600 sq feet of grass...

[Graham_A_M]

Another place that sells Synthetic grass is a place right on 114th by the Deerfoot Inn & Casino, these guys.
http://www.nasource.ca/

Call and ask Linda about it, and the pricing.

[oz388]

Originally posted by bignerd
Does this fake grass absorb heat like a real lawn? If you have real grass is sort of keeps your backyard cooler so was wondering if an artificial product would reflect more heat back.

+1

also does fake grass attract ants and bugs?

[Seth1968]

Originally posted by bignerd
Does this fake grass absorb heat like a real lawn? If you have real grass is sort of keeps your backyard cooler so was wondering if an artificial product would reflect more heat back.



Originally posted by oz388


+1

also does fake grass attract ants and bugs?

For the first quote:

There's a nuclear furnace called the Sun. It doesn't give a fuck about your lawn.

For the second quote:

I'm an insect, and am thinking that the real grass next door is more palpable. FFS, I can smell that biological treat from a mile away.

The rest fall for it and stagnant.

We as humans did not.


Now explain why we don't still swing through the trees, yet humans explore outer space.

[JRSC00LUDE]

Originally posted by codetrap
LOL at $10/square foot. I think I have like 600 sq feet of grass...

What is the life expectancy of it? Maintenance must be minimal. What did it cost to put your initial 600 sf of sod down, buy the tools to maintain it and the time/expense on yearly work/weeding/watering etc?

I can't imagine it takes that long to negate the expense at ten a foot but, I'm not sure. I hire my stuff out as I have no time to allocate to yard work and even less interest. This stuff sounds good to me.... I have two beautiful city parks on two sides of me, annual money and time wasted on my lawn has no purpose.

I suppose it's a matter of preference too. I have the odd buddy who has that suburban pride in having the greenest most perfect lawn whereas I'm much more happy spending the weekend surfing at the lake or out on my bike or something than twiddling my greenthumb in my yard.

[Seth1968]

Originally posted by JRSC00LUDE


What is the life expectancy of it? Maintenance must be minimal. What did it cost to put your initial 600 sf of sod down, buy the tools to maintain it and the time/expense on yearly work/weeding/watering etc?

I can't imagine it takes that long to negate the expense at ten a foot but, I'm not sure. I hire my stuff out as I have no time to allocate to yard work and even less interest. This stuff sounds good to me.... I have two beautiful city parks on two sides of me, annual money and time wasted on my lawn has no purpose.

I suppose it's a matter of preference too. I have the odd buddy who has that suburban pride in having the greenest most perfect lawn whereas I'm much more happy spending the weekend surfing at the lake or out on my bike or something than twiddling my greenthumb in my yard.

Wait. What?

You're not happy with growing, maintaining, and spending time and money on something that you cut down every week? ;)

Make your lawn a vegetable and fruit garden.

Wait again...

Do so and you'll be sued. Yes, sued for making the , well, uh, the sustenance of life.

[JRSC00LUDE]

ON topic - I see I've felt the same way for three years now about this stuff, that likely would have paid for half of it by now (I'll wait till I build a new house though).

OFF topic, yes Seth I don't understand why front gardens are so "wrong". It is dumb since you can have all you want in the back. :confused:

[dirtsniffer]

Seth has got to be the craziest fucker here now and it seems to be getting worse...

[A790]

Originally posted by Seth1968
For the first quote:

There's a nuclear furnace called the Sun. It doesn't give a fuck about your lawn.


What the fuck are you talking about?

bignerd has a valid question. A real lawn helps cool down the area surrounding it. If you are unsure of how this works, Google it. Lots of information on it.

[darthVWader]

This guy in Cochrane has the fake grass. Looks great in the summer but super trippy in the winter.

https://www.google.ca/maps/@51.199307,-114.468453,3a,75y,44.32h,85.57t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1sG6B2v6lsBK4mvM4T2iRzOg!2e0!5s20090601T000000!7i13312!8i6656!6m1!1e1



Also why you hate google car?

https://www.google.ca/maps/@51.198168,-114.469913,3a,19y,168.77h,74.78t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1s3YvM74Rxkvuu0AygZPUycQ!2e0!5s20120801T000000!7i13312!8i6656

[phreezee]

Syncrude just put fake grass in around their building. Since the sidewalk is so narrow around their building, people were always walking on the grass and killing it, so it makes sense for them.
I've seen people walk by, notice it, and bend down to feel it with their hands lol. They used Train Lawn Care and it is lumpy and not nailed down very well.

I'm going to use it for my point of reference on the durability of synthetic grass over the next year or so.

You can also order synthetic grass by the roll on HomeDepot.ca now.

[blitz]

Would be awesome if they could make the grass change colour with temperature.

[blairtruck]

Originally posted by darthVWader
This guy in Cochrane has the fake grass. Looks great in the summer but super trippy in the winter.

https://www.google.ca/maps/@51.199307,-114.468453,3a,75y,44.32h,85.57t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1sG6B2v6lsBK4mvM4T2iRzOg!2e0!5s20090601T000000!7i13312!8i6656!6m1!1e1

2009 has beautiful grass lawn. 2012 has beautiful fake grass.
he still has the 8" stretch behind his swale that is regular grass thou.

[Seth1968]

Originally posted by A790

What the fuck are you talking about?

bignerd has a valid question. A real lawn helps cool down the area surrounding it. If you are unsure of how this works, Google it. Lots of information on it. [/B]

Even if everybody went synthetic with their lawn, it won't make any significant difference on temperature.

If you are unsure of how the sun works, Google it. Lots of information on it.

[jwslam]

Originally posted by Seth1968
Even if everybody went synthetic with their lawn, it won't make any significant difference on temperature.

If you are unsure of how the sun works, Google it. Lots of information on it.
Explain to me how everyone's synthetic lawn has the ability to use energy through "synthetic photosynthesis"

[jacky4566]

Originally posted by phreezee
Syncrude just put fake grass in around their building. Since the sidewalk is so narrow around their building, people were always walking on the grass and killing it, so it makes sense for them.
I've seen people walk by, notice it, and bend down to feel it with their hands lol. They used Train Lawn Care and it is lumpy and not nailed down very well.

I'm going to use it for my point of reference on the durability of synthetic grass over the next year or so.

You can also order synthetic grass by the roll on HomeDepot.ca now.

How does this hold up to commercial use? Does people walking on it everyday have noticeable wear?

[phreezee]

Originally posted by jacky4566


How does this hold up to commercial use? Does people walking on it everyday have noticeable wear?

It's only been about 2 weeks since they had it installed.

[PrecisionGreens]

Original Post Removed. (Please read the Forum Rules and Terms of Use (http://forums.beyond.ca/articles.php?action=data&item=1)).

[speedog]

Has your company become a beyond sponsor as well?

[blairtruck]

the city of Fort Saskatchewan is now using the fake grass on their islands at intersections.

[PrecisionGreens]

Originally posted by speedog
Has your company become a beyond sponsor as well?

Not yet, I was not aware that was a thing. I found this conversation in Google and just wanted to get involved and let people know about us!

If you have any information on a Beyond sponsorship I'd be happy to hear it!

[BerserkerCatSplat]

Originally posted by PrecisionGreens


Not yet, I was not aware that was a thing. I found this conversation in Google and just wanted to get involved and let people know about us!

If you have any information on a Beyond sponsorship I'd be happy to hear it!

Here's the info page on Beyond advertising:

http://forums.beyond.ca/articles.php?action=data&item=2

I've removed your post as it violates our non-sponsor advertising rules - but of course if you decide to advertise with us, I'll be happy to reinstate it. :)

[Cos]

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[ExtraSlow]

Still love the look of this stuff. Wonder if you were doing a new build could you save some money on topsoil?

[PrecisionGreens]

Originally posted by ExtraSlow
Still love the look of this stuff. Wonder if you were doing a new build could you save some money on topsoil?

Hi ExtraSlow, I'll get back to you on this - I personally don't have all the answers but I've passed your question along and should have an answer for you shortly.

Let me know if anyone else has any other questions they'd like answered as well!

[gregrego]

I'm looking for pricing for 720 sq ft of syn grass for my dogs to do their business on. Needs to match Kentucky bluegrass, as it will be touching natural grass on two sides.

Anyone using it for dogs? I saw RyMar had a special lawn just for dogs... However the guy hasn't called me back in 3 weeks.

[PrecisionGreens]

Originally posted by gregrego
I'm looking for pricing for 720 sq ft of syn grass for my dogs to do their business on. Needs to match Kentucky bluegrass, as it will be touching natural grass on two sides.

Anyone using it for dogs? I saw RyMar had a special lawn just for dogs... However the guy hasn't called me back in 3 weeks.

Hi Gregrego,

Here is a message from our Calgary installer:

Yes there is pet friendly turf.
It will not match Kentucky bluegrass but will be close.
Normally we install a border to separate real grass from artificial grass as the real grass will try to infiltrate our artificial.

He's available today if you'd like to find out a bit more information!
(403) 452-795

Or you could submit a request an estimate here: http://precision-greens.com/request-an-estimate/

Or feel free to ask any other questions you might have

[78si]

Originally posted by gregrego
I'm looking for pricing for 720 sq ft of syn grass for my dogs to do their business on. Needs to match Kentucky bluegrass, as it will be touching natural grass on two sides.

Anyone using it for dogs? I saw RyMar had a special lawn just for dogs... However the guy hasn't called me back in 3 weeks.

Who were you talking to at Rymar?

[FraserB]

Originally posted by PrecisionGreens


Hi Gregrego,

Here is a message from our Calgary installer:

Yes there is pet friendly turf.
It will not match Kentucky bluegrass but will be close.
Normally we install a border to separate real grass from artificial grass as the real grass will try to infiltrate our artificial.

He's available today if you'd like to find out a bit more information!
(403) 452-795

Or you could submit a request an estimate here: http://precision-greens.com/request-an-estimate/

Or feel free to ask any other questions you might have

Ever get that sponsorship up and running?

[PrecisionGreens]

Originally posted by ExtraSlow
Still love the look of this stuff. Wonder if you were doing a new build could you save some money on topsoil?

Hi ExtraSlow,

Got an answer back from the Calgary installer, but he's not sure what you were referring to.

He said "We don't use topsoil to install the turf".

"Do you want to know if it is cheaper because he doesn't have to remove the grass?"

Again, you can give him a call any time - he'll be happy to answer any questions you have.

If anyone wants a quote they are completely free and come with no obligations.

Or feel free to ask here and I'm more than happy to help get any of your questions answered!

[PrecisionGreens]

Originally posted by FraserB


Ever get that sponsorship up and running?

I put in a message and haven't heard back.

Just trying to help people with their questions - would you prefer I not supply a link or phone number?

[gregrego]

Probably better off just PM'ing for now, just not to ruffle any feathers.

[PrecisionGreens]

Originally posted by gregrego
Probably better off just PM'ing for now, just not to ruffle any feathers.

Sure, I can do that - did the information I gave you help in any way? PM me if you have any other questions.

Thanks!

[Nate]

Originally posted by gregrego
I'm looking for pricing for 720 sq ft of syn grass for my dogs to do their business on. Needs to match Kentucky bluegrass, as it will be touching natural grass on two sides.

Anyone using it for dogs? I saw RyMar had a special lawn just for dogs... However the guy hasn't called me back in 3 weeks.

I have the stuff for dogs. Mine has been down for 6 years now. I love it, it makes cleaning up so much easier. The stuff I have is fairly green. I really do not think it will matter much to match as you will be able to tell the difference between the real and fake stuff no matter how close they match.

Here is a pic of the dog stuff. It actually looks better in person.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k236/nate96/Web/Grass.jpg (http://s89.photobucket.com/user/nate96/media/Web/Grass.jpg.html)

[imranm]

Has anyone considered or done Grass painting? My yard is north facing and gets very little sun and I doubt I am going to get a nice green lawn. I thought it might be worth a try "painting" the lawn before I rip it all out and go artificial.

The popular ones seem to be:
4EverGreen Grass and Turf Paint
https://www.amazon.ca/000-4EverGreen-Grass-Turf-Paint/dp/B00KZ9EIV8/ref=sr_1_2?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1460392128&sr=8-2&keywords=grass+paint

Lawnlift
https://www.amazon.ca/Lawnlift-Concentrated-liters-liters-Product/dp/B00BOX4KUS/ref=sr_1_3?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1460392420&sr=8-3&keywords=grass+paint

[jwslam]

Originally posted by imranm
Has anyone considered or done Grass painting? My yard is north facing and gets very little sun and I doubt I am going to get a nice green lawn. I thought it might be worth a try "painting" the lawn before I rip it all out and go artificial.

The popular ones seem to be:
4EverGreen Grass and Turf Paint
https://www.amazon.ca/000-4EverGreen-Grass-Turf-Paint/dp/B00KZ9EIV8/ref=sr_1_2?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1460392128&sr=8-2&keywords=grass+paint

Lawnlift
https://www.amazon.ca/Lawnlift-Concentrated-liters-liters-Product/dp/B00BOX4KUS/ref=sr_1_3?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1460392420&sr=8-3&keywords=grass+paint
I can't see that as economical. Your grass is still gonna grow so it'll end up looking like hair dye where the roots are still grey :dunno:

[PrecisionGreens]

Originally posted by imranm
Has anyone considered or done Grass painting? My yard is north facing and gets very little sun and I doubt I am going to get a nice green lawn. I thought it might be worth a try "painting" the lawn before I rip it all out and go artificial.

The popular ones seem to be:
4EverGreen Grass and Turf Paint
https://www.amazon.ca/000-4EverGreen-Grass-Turf-Paint/dp/B00KZ9EIV8/ref=sr_1_2?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1460392128&sr=8-2&keywords=grass+paint

Lawnlift
https://www.amazon.ca/Lawnlift-Concentrated-liters-liters-Product/dp/B00BOX4KUS/ref=sr_1_3?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1460392420&sr=8-3&keywords=grass+paint


I'd agree with jwslam, I'd also like to point out that artificial grass is going to cost you a bit more up-front, but it will last years and make your life a lot easier.

[phreezee]

Originally posted by imranm
Has anyone considered or done Grass painting? My yard is north facing and gets very little sun and I doubt I am going to get a nice green lawn. I thought it might be worth a try "painting" the lawn before I rip it all out and go artificial.

The popular ones seem to be:
4EverGreen Grass and Turf Paint
https://www.amazon.ca/000-4EverGreen-Grass-Turf-Paint/dp/B00KZ9EIV8/ref=sr_1_2?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1460392128&sr=8-2&keywords=grass+paint



I just bought it and will let you know in 3 days! :D :thumbsup:
I hate going through the same shit every year with seeding and fertizing spots every year. The cost is far greater than $38, that's for sure. Thanks for putting this on my radar!

[LOLzilla]

I took a trip out to Home Hardware in Airdrie over the weekend. They have 6 samples of synthetic grass. Least to say there is a huge spread in the quality. Obviously I liked the most expensive one at $6.35 a sq/ft called "Natural Real Supreme". Add $3.50 a sq/ft for install assuming you have removed the old grass.

[lint]

Originally posted by imranm
Has anyone considered or done Grass painting? My yard is north facing and gets very little sun and I doubt I am going to get a nice green lawn. I thought it might be worth a try "painting" the lawn before I rip it all out and go artificial.

Your lawn needs water more than direct sun to grow nice and green. Longer watering sessions, > 30 mins so that the water penetrates further into the ground and promotes deeper root growth.

[imranm]

Originally posted by phreezee


I just bought it and will let you know in 3 days! :D :thumbsup:
I hate going through the same shit every year with seeding and fertizing spots every year. The cost is far greater than $38, that's for sure. Thanks for putting this on my radar!

Sweet, let me know!

[JordanLotoski]

GROUP BUY?? Id be interested if the product was decent

[phreezee]

Originally posted by imranm


Sweet, let me know!

This stuff is amazeballs!! My yard looks like it's mid July and I've saved hundreds of dollars and days/weeks in time!

Tips
1) have a good sprayer
2) maybe buy 2 bottles in case. I just had enough.
3) don't wear crocs, I have green toes now.
4) have a good pressure washer on hand to get footprints/overspray/drips off concrete.

I'm extremely happy with the results. Thanks ImranM!

[imranm]

Originally posted by phreezee


This stuff is amazeballs!! My yard looks like it's mid July and I've saved hundreds of dollars and days/weeks in time!

Tips
1) have a good sprayer
2) maybe buy 2 bottles in case. I just had enough.
3) don't wear crocs, I have green toes now.
4) have a good pressure washer on hand to get footprints/overspray/drips off concrete.

I'm extremely happy with the results. Thanks ImranM!

Awesome! I wss just going to pm you to ask about the results!

I get mine on Monday!

Do you have before /after pictures?

[phreezee]

Originally posted by imranm


Awesome! I wss just going to pm you to ask about the results!

I get mine on Monday!

Do you have before /after pictures?

My neighbor came home and said "you should have done ours too" :D