Synthetic or artificial grass is a machine-made surface manufactured from synthetic materials e.g. Polypropylene or Polyethylene. In previous years, it was mostly used in arenas for sports that were originally played on grass, however, since the late 1990s, uses of synthetic grass has moved rapidly beyond Soccer to Cricket to Golf to Residential and Landscaping applications.

The most common type uses Polyethylene which is tufted to the applicable length, lubricated with silicone onto a rubberized base. The grass once installed are then top dressed with silica sand which keeps the fibers upright and provides the right level of speed- and bounce height of the ball and prevent deformability.

Latest additions to synthetic grass are longer fibre grasses which are in filled with combinations of sand and rubber granules. The in fill materials provide the right level of shock absorbency and is soft to the touch.

It is especially manufactured for sports i.e. Soccer, Playground areas, Garden and Driving Mats for golf purposes. There are now also longer fiber grass available which requires no infill. Applications for these grasses are gardens, exhibitions, recreational areas etc.

The quality and variety of synthetic grasses that are available have improved dramatically as the need for the grass expands daily. Residential properties have becoming smaller and the tendency of cluster home-style suburbs, labor & machinery costs, limited spending time on garden maintenance, all contribute to the increasing interest in synthetic grass as an alternative.

Although it is more expensive than natural grass, your long time benefit will become evident within 2 years from your investment. Purely for the following reasons:

1) Little maintenance, no grass cutting, no watering for growth, easy to clean and will with stand all the South African's harsh climates.

2) Artificial turf can be a better solution when the environment is particularly hostile to natural grass where there is little natural light for instance the bare area under a large tree.

3) Ideal for holiday homes when maintenance of lawns is not practical. It is also a solution for elderly homeowners who find the upkeep of lawns too much hard work.

4) Most suitable for roof gardens and swimming pool surrounds.

5) Practice Golf- and Cricket at your doorstep.

6) Artificial grass can last up to 20 years.

When deciding on installing Synthetic grass, the first thing to think about is long term investment. Our grasses will last you a very long time. There are many varieties of synthetic grass types now available, and to choose the correct type, is becoming increasingly difficult. However, there are certain criteria that needs to be taken into account when you consider installing synthetic grass.

1) Purpose of installation. What is the grass main purpose and what is it going to be used for? There are grass types that can be used for more than one purpose, and then there will be grass that can be used for multipurpose's. Define the primary use of the grass and base your decisions on that.

2) Should it be an infill or a non-infill product. Some grass types need to have an infill to fully justify it's looks. This will probably look very good, but, does the area you want to cover with synthetic grass be suitable for an infill type of grass, i.e. grass around a pool or grass on a steep slope. Guaranteed the infill will land in your pool, or will be washed away with heavy rains if installed on a too steep of a slope.

3) Don't take the first synthetic grass sample shown to you. A good idea is to get samples of the grass types you're interested in, and then base your decision on what you see and feel. Remember, this should be a long term investment decision, and there is a big difference between synthetic grass, and fake grass.

When you contact us, we will help you choose the correct product for your application.

Augusta

Augusta is an double stitched grass, very durable, and does not need any infill material. Ideal for balconies and pool surroundings.

Finesse

Finesse is an double stitched two tone grass, very durable, and does not need any infill material. Ideal for balconys and pool surroundings.

DuraWicket & Fibergrass173

Tipical Fibre Grass products. Ideal for putting surfaces, display stands and is widely used for synthetic cricket pitches.

Vision

Very durable. A truly all purpose grass, also can be used for balconies and other areas. Ideal putting green, with silica sand dressing for stimp speed.

Oval

The Oval is ideal for cricket, putting greens and areas with heavy traffic. Very tough and durable. Should be infilled with silica sand to control stimp speed.

SynFine

The SynFine is ideal for display purposes. Light weight. Perfect for temporary childrens play areas in rooms.

 

Syn40/FT40

Syn40 is our Soccer football grass. Extremely durable, and will last a very long time. Ideal choice for Kids playgrounds and gardens, very soft and comfortable.

SynCricket

Syncricket is our alternative to the Oval grass. Ideal for cricket pitches and putting greens. Should be infilled with silica sand for extra protection.

Synscape

Synscape is an imported product. Double stitched, very durable. No need for infill. Ideal for balconies and pool surroundings. Exhibitionists best choice.

SynPutt

Another imported product. Brilliant golf green. Stimp from 7-11. Double stitched, very durable. Very rewarding on lofted pitch/chip shots.

Lawn

A beautifully dense stiched garden grass. Infill needed for best results.