Last Updated on July 6, 2022 by ReTurf
Well, it’s finally happening. You’re finally getting that pool or hot tub you’ve wanted forever (or the pool area remodeling you’ve wanted forever).
But what about the area surrounding the pool/hot tub?
Should you use artificial turf?
Regular grass?
Do you want to spend your time and money on maintaining more grass—and keeping it looking perfect in a high-visibility, high-traffic area around the water?
Or would you rather have a beautiful, green oasis that’s always ready for poolside relaxation?
Installing artificial turf around your pool or hot tub has many advantages over regular grass, and here are just some of them (Well, 8 of them to be precise):
#1 – Professionally-installed artificial turf has excellent drainage.
One of the main concerns people have about installing artificial turf around their pool or hot tub is that it will not drain properly and water will end up pooling on the surface.
However, this is not an issue with artificial turf that has been installed correctly, by experienced professional turf installers. Artificial grass is installed with drainage that ensures water will quickly and efficiently drain away, leaving the surface dry.
#2 – No weeds or uneven growth in splash zones.
Another advantage of artificial turf is that it will not have any weeds or uneven growth like natural grass can have when it’s constantly being splashed by pool water. This is because the turf is made of synthetic materials that do not provide a hospitable environment for weeds or other plants to grow.
This makes artificial turf an ideal material to use in the “splash zones” around pools and hot tubs where a neat and tidy appearance is desired.
#3 – Artificial turf is safe, non-toxic, and non-slip.
While not all artificial turf products are created equal, high-quality artificial turf is designed not to be slippery when wet. (Otherwise, there would be a lot more slipping at football games!) With proper installation—including a good drainage system—water will not build up on the turf, and you won’t have to worry about family members, friends, or neighbors slipping and falling.
Moreover, high-grade artificial turf is soft, and made of materials that are non-toxic and safe for both people and pets. This is important to keep in mind if you have children or pets that play around the pool area.
#4 – No more dirt or grass getting into the pool (or hot tub).
Pool and hot tub owners know the frustration of seeing dirt on the floor of the pool/hot tub, watching the originally-pristine concrete around a pool turn dingy and dirty, and skimming grass and random weeds off the surface of the water.
This isn’t an issue with artificial turf, since, well… there is no dirt or grass that can be tracked into the pool area. This means less work for you, and a neater overall appearance.
Again, particularly if you have kids or pets that like to play around the pool, you won’t have to worry about them constantly kicking up/tracking in dirt or grass that can make the pool area, well, dirty.
#4 – No more brown grass from pool chemicals.
While the water from your average pool won’t necessarily kill natural grass, pool chemicals (including excessive chlorine) can harm plants—including your grass.
Splashing of water with high chlorine content can even change the pH of your lawn and cause nearby grass to turn brown or yellow. (You may have seen this problem around a relative or neighbor’s pool if they use a lot of chlorine.)
Naturally, if you have artificial turf surrounding the pool area, you don’t have to worry about soil pH or browning/yellowing natural grass.
#6 – Pro-grade artificial turf products are extremely durable.
Consumer-grade artificial grass sold at the big box/home improvement stores is often of lower quality, and generally won’t stand up to extended use. Professional-grade artificial turf is a much more durable and long-lasting material. With proper installation and care, it can last for many years without needing to be replaced.
#7 – Artificial turf is easy to clean and keep sanitary.
Another concern people have about installing artificial turf is that it will be difficult to keep clean. However, this is not the case.
Artificial turf is actually very easy to keep clean—in the majority of cleanup cases, a simple rinse with the garden hose does the job.
# 8 – Artificial turf is more affordable than you might think.
Whether you’re installing a new pool or hot tub or are just renovating the area, you’d probably like to keep costs down. Artificial turf can be a surprisingly affordable option, especially when you compare it to the cost of natural grass (including the cost of regular maintenance).
Using recycled artificial turf from ReTURF can bring significant cost savings. And despite the lower cost of used turf, it’s often reclaimed from stadiums, athletic fields, and other sports facilities that use extremely high-grade turf—making it more durable than new consumer-grade turf.
ReTURF can guide you to finding the perfect, affordable, professional-grade artificial turf solution for your home, and provide cost estimates for installation. Get in touch with us today to get started!
