Last Updated on April 8, 2022 by ReTurf

You may have heard people say that the lawn maintenance and irrigation cost savings from installing synthetic grass can help homeowners “breathe a little easier.”

Well, sometimes it literally does.

That’s right—selecting synthetic turf for your yard is a smart decision for several reasons, but here’s one you may not have considered: Replacing grass with artificial turf can be a big help for people who suffer from allergies.

Pollen problems are especially bad in the spring and summer months. (If you have pollen allergies, you know.)

During this time of the year, pollen counts are much higher. Not only are there many more airborne pollen particles floating through the breeze, but there are pollen particles laying low in the grass as well.

Making the choice to switch to artificial grass can be highly beneficial in keeping the area around your house free of pollen and other common outdoor allergens.

With less grass around to harbor pollen in the first place, you can effectively cut down on the amount of allergens in your yard—as well as the amount of particles that make their way into your house.

Installing artificial turf won’t eliminate 100% of the pollen in your yard, of course—nothing can do that—but it can make a significant difference.

And if you suffer from strong pollen allergies, you’re well aware how valuable it can be to cut down on pollen particles by any amount at all.

Compared to many other things you can do around your property to try to cope with a grass pollen allergy—wearing a mask, mowing more frequently—replacing your grass with synthetic turf can be extremely effective.

If you or someone in your household has a severe grass pollen allergy—why not hit the problem at the source?

While pollen will still be in the air—nothing can really be done about that—pollen particles don’t stick to artificial turf blades as much as organic grass blades.

And unlike a regular grass lawn, you can help get rid of the pollen that lands on your lawn by simply rinsing your turf with the garden hose every now and then.

As you can imagine, it’s much easier to deal with pollen build-up on your property when you can quickly rinse it out of the nooks and crannies it loves to hide in.

Even if you only hose down the areas around your entryways and walkways, you’re still helping to effectively control the amount of pollen that makes its way indoors.

Another major benefit for allergy sufferers? You don’t have to worry about shredding up grass, weeds, and plants and blowing pollen up into the air—and into your face—while mowing, because you don’t have to worry about mowing.

If you have a pet with allergies, they’ll thank you too! 

Plus, you’re getting all the other advantages of an artificial grass lawn: Incredible cost savings over time, simple worry-free maintenance, and a lawn that looks amazing no matter what time of year it is.

Interested in installing artificial grass at your home—or just need some advice?

ReTURF’s team of experts can assist you in selecting the turf products that are best suited for your property. Give us a call at (828) 518-5787, or use the form below to request a quote for your project.