As a pet owner, you want the best for your dog and that includes letting them run and play outside. However, this shouldn’t come at the expense of your backyard. Pet artificial grass in Vacaville, California offers you the best of both worlds— the perfect outdoor space you and your dog can enjoy, plus a low-maintenance, beautiful backyard that can handle anything your pet throws at it.
5 Awesome Ways Pet Artificial Grass Beats Natural Grass
1. Deal with far less mud, dirt and bacteria (plus fewer baths!)
Uh-oh, it’s raining! A minute or two of rain is all it takes to turn a natural lawn into a mud bath. It’s not a problem if you don’t have to leave the house.
But if your dog needs to go potty in the yard, you already know what you’re in for— muddy paws, muddy paw prints all over your floors and if your dog gets too dirty, an impromptu bath. Bad news all around!
Artificial turf in Vacaville offers a simple solution: get rid of the dirt! Before installing artificial grass, installers will excavate most of the area, including the soil. This will be replaced by a dirt-free sub-base and a drainage backing.
As a result, even the worst storms won’t create mud or flood your yard and moisture drains so much faster through the drainage backing, leaving you with a clean and quickly-drying lawn.
2. Dogs enjoy synthetic turf just as much as real grass
Dogs are smart, but they won’t be able to tell the difference between synthetic grass and the real thing! In fact, even humans find it hard to tell the two apart without a closer look. For one, synthetic grass for dogs is incredibly lifelike and doesn’t look like fake grass at all. In addition, it’s wonderfully soft to the touch. Watch your dog take to it the moment you let them out in your artificial yard!
3. Pet artificial grass can withstand the roughest dog shenanigans
Even the cutest dog in the world can be a furry little rascal. It’s just the way dogs are! They love running around, dashing all over the place and digging everywhere with those excited paws. Fun for them, but disastrous for your yard. Because of this, many pet owners give up on having their dream lawn altogether.
Don’t let artificial turf’s lush softness fool you— it’s one of the toughest groundcovers you can get, short of hardscaping. First, your dog won’t be able to damage it. That’s right; holes, no ripped out grass, no worn-out paths, nothing. They can play all day long and your synthetic yard will look absolutely perfect when it’s time to come in.
Synthetic grass is also resistant to:
- Harsh weather
- Fire (it won’t go up in a blaze but it can melt, so be careful with smoking and grilling near your artificial grass!)
- Heavy, constant foot traffic
- The weight of outdoor furniture and playground equipment
…and many other things that can damage natural grass. In other words, you don’t have to hold back from enjoying your gorgeous synthetic lawn. Play fetch for hours, chase your dog around and have fun!
4. Artificial turf for dogs looks FANTASTIC with other decorative material
Since you won’t have to worry about your dog destroying your yard anymore, you can finally design it as you like.
In terms of aesthetic, here’s a general rule: if it looks good with natural grass, it will look amazing with synthetic turf. Combine it with materials like:
- Concrete
- Gravel
- Stone
- Brick
- Flagstones
- Water features
- Paving stones
- Tiles
- Wood
- Marble
- And many more!
There’s basically no limit to what kind of designs, themes and styles you can execute with artificial grass. If you need more backyard ideas for dogs with no grass (real grass, that is), get in touch with our talented designers for inspiration!
5. It takes almost no effort to maintain synthetic turf
Seriously. If you’ve always had a natural lawn, you’ll find it hard to believe how easy it is to care for synthetic grass. No more weekends mowing, fertilizing or cutting the grass. Hate weeding? Well, you’ll never have to do it again! Forget about setting your sprinklers to go off, or watering your entire lawn yourself. Virtually all lawn chores disappear when you go synthetic.
How to Maintain Pet Artificial Grass in Vacaville
So, exactly how easy is it to maintain synthetic grass for dogs? Before that, let’s review what you won’t have to do ever again once you go artificial:
- Mowing
- Weeding (minimal at best)
- Watering
- Hedging
- Winterizing your lawn
- Spring clean-up
- Reseeding
- Resodding
- Patching up dead grass
- Fertilizing
- Treating the grass with pesticides, herbicides and other chemicals
- Paying for lawn care pros to do all of these things!
In exchange, your entire synthetic lawn maintenance routine will consist of:
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1. Brushing the artificial grass blades when they get matted
While synthetic grass can easily withstand heavy foot traffic and constant use, some areas can get matted over time. This is not a big deal and naturally happens to well-used turf.
If you notice some spots getting flat, use a stiff plastic rake to brush the blades up and restore their upright position. Follow the arch of the blades gently but firmly. Brush it in different directions to keep the turf upright, fluffy and bouncy similar to real grass.
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2. Pick up any trash and debris on your synthetic lawn
Just like on a natural lawn, you don’t want trash and other debris staying in your yard for too long. Specifically, pick out all organic debris such as twigs, dead plants, leaves and weeds off your artificial yard as soon as you can. This helps prevent build-up that can encourage weed growth and clog the drainage. You can use a brush, collect the rubbish by hand, or use a leaf blower —choose whatever’s most convenient, but be sure to stay on top of the debris as well as you can.
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3. Wash out any stains or spills ASAP
Spilling stuff on your artificial lawn is inevitable. Maybe it’s BBQ sauce from your recent grill party, wine or coffee, ice cream, or similar items. Perhaps you spilled some glue on it after your latest outdoor crafts project with the kids. Don’t sweat it! Most of it are easy to clean up with artificial grass:
- Wash off as much as you can with water, preferably warm.
- Use a bit of soap or washing liquid for stubborn spills.
- Try baking soda, vinegar or a turf-friendly cleaner to get rid of stronger odors.
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4. Clean up after your dog as soon as you can
Naturally, having a dog will add a couple of items to your chores list:
- For dog urine: Hose down the spot with water (or a mild soap solution) and let the urine drain down the backing.
- For dog poop: Pick it up and rinse off any residue using soapy water.
That’s pretty much it! Taking care of a synthetic lawn is nowhere near as demanding as natural grass. That’s another thing dogs love about it— their beloved humans finally have more time to play!
Improve Your Lawn Experience with Synthetic Grass in Vacaville!
Synthetic grass is not just great for dogs, but for you, your loved ones and your entire home. Vacaville Artificial Grass is here for all your synthetic turf needs, whether you still have a few questions or ready to proceed with your project. Let us give you a FREE quote while you’re at it! Call us at 408-723-4954 today or send us a message using our convenient online form!
