Artificial Grass for Playgrounds
Synthetic Turf for Playgrounds, Yards, Schools, and Public Places
NexGen Lawns synthetic playground turf provides a clean, neat, and safe area for children to play. Designed to meet ASTM fall height standards it provides the safety necessary for falls, tumbles, and rolls. Along with engineered for the high traffic flow from daily use at schools and daycare facilities, turf offers the best solution available with a life expectancy of 8 to 20 years.
Soft and Safe Artificial Grass for Playgrounds
Providing a lush play surface year-round that is soft, clean, and safe to play on, NexGen Lawns’ synthetic grass for playgrounds is the most cost-effective way to keep children safe. It’s what makes it the best artificial grass under swing sets and other high-fall areas.
Weather-Resistant Materials
Some of the most significant advantages of fake grass for playgrounds is its all-weather performance. Natural grass or mulch can become slippery and muddy following a heavy rainstorm.
Thanks to advanced drainage systems, artificial grass can dry much faster. This means that an outdoor playground can dry in as little as 15 minutes so your children can get back outside without you having to worry about them slipping or tracking mud into the house.
The efficient drainage system prevents puddles or waterlogged areas from forming. This feature is crucial for maintaining safety, as standing water can create slippery conditions that increase the risk of accidents.
With 10% of children treated in the emergency room ages 14 and under being there because of playground injuries, it’s important to do everything you can to prevent your child from getting hurt on playground equipment.
Consistent Surface Texture
Natural grass can become very slick when wet, hard, or brittle when dry. This can cause a very uncomfortable playground environment for kids. The best part of synthetic turf for playgrounds is the fact that the texture will not change regardless of the weather.
Indoor fake grass or turf will maintain a comfortable, soft, and reliable surface for playground equipment, sports fields, or whatever else you want to do on it.
Different Than Your Typical Playground Astro Turf
If you’ve ever played on indoor artificial grass used on football and soccer fields, you can probably relate to this. One of the most annoying things about this material is the rubber infill used to make the artificial grass soft and plush.
These little rubber pieces get stuck to your clothing, socks, and inside your shoes. We use a special type of artificial grass that’s engineered with a non-rubber infill, so it eliminates the risk of tracking those rubber pieces inside while also being 100% lead-free.
High-quality artificial grass is designed to withstand prolonged sun exposure without fading or degrading. This ensures that the playground remains aesthetically pleasing and functional even during extended periods of sunny weather.
Another feature of our synthetic turf for playgrounds is that it reduces allergies. Fake grass helps to reduce allergies since it does not give off any pollen. Which is especially helpful for children suffering from allergies.
Low-Maintenance Artificial Grass for Playgrounds
At NexGen Lawns, the goal is to provide you with a playground solution and turf products that are easy to take care of. Whether it’s for a school, municipality, or even your own backyard – the low maintenance nature of synthetic turf is a huge plus.
Here are some of the features of our state-of-the-art turf installation:
- No More Mowing: Unlike natural grass that needs regular mowing, artificial turf maintains its perfect height year-round. This eliminates the need for lawnmowers, reducing both equipment costs and labor hours.
- No Fertilizers or Pesticides: Artificial turf doesn’t need chemical treatments to maintain its appearance or health. This eliminates the cost of these products and the labor to apply them, while also creating a safer, chemical-free play environment for children.
- Weed-Free: One of the most aggravating aspects of mulch is dealing with weeds that creep up in between the material. Weeds cannot grow through high-quality artificial grass that’s installed properly so you will never have to pull weeds again.
- No Bare Spots: High-traffic areas in natural grass playgrounds often turn into mud or bare patches. Artificial grass maintains its even surface, eliminating the need for regular reseeding or sodding.
With no mowing, watering, raking mulch back in place or rubber fly out, NexGen Lawns’ synthetic playground grass is the premier option for playgrounds and play areas.
Our artificial grass for playgrounds accommodates a variety of infills to meet different ASTM fall-height standards. We also offer a variety of foam pads to go underneath the synthetic grass.
Why is Synthetic Turf for Playgrounds Warmer Than Natural Grass?
Yes, of course, our synthetic grass doesn’t have the natural cooling capacity of natural grass. There’s always a trade-off for the benefits such as no mowing, no watering, no weeding, no chemical applications, easier dog clean up, no mud, etc. The only real trade-off is that the surface of synthetic grass will be warmer than natural grass.
But it’s not so hot that you or your pets can’t be on the surface on hot days with a few precautions. We recommend having at least one portion of your lawn space shaded for instant relief.
If the temperature gets hot, it’s always nice to have a little relief area until it cools down again. Also, you can spray synthetic grass with water right before you walk or play on a hot day. Additionally, you can always wear shoes. Many people find the extra heat doesn’t bother them if they keep moving. But, even if these precautions are not exercised, hot weather has not kept people or pets off of synthetic grass.
We have thousands of installations nationwide; including the Arizona desert. Complaints about surface temperature are extremely rare, but we understand people have different sensitivity levels. We just want our customers to be aware that there is a slight sacrifice to overcome the increased surface temperature, but it shouldn’t stop you from enjoying your lawn for years to come…even on hot days!
How NexGen Lawns Foam Pads are the Ultimate
Playground Solution
Greener: NexGen Lawns Foam Pads are made from 100% recycled, non-contaminated, post-industrial, cross-linked, closed-cell polyethylene foam. Our foam pads are 100% recyclable!
Easier: NexGen Lawns Foam Pads allow for a partial or total replacement of a crushed stone base (depending on your local soil conditions.) This speeds up the installation process and saves money.
Drier: NexGen Lawns Foam Pads drain so well that children can be out playing as soon as 15 minutes after rainfall.
Healthier: Our artificial grass for playgrounds is also a healthier option as the pads are completely free of rubber, lead, and other heavy metals. Plus, our recycled polyethylene foam pads are non-microbial and resistant to bacterial and fungal growth.
Safer: Is artificial grass safe for toddlers? Absolutely! NexGen Lawns Foam Pads are highly elastic and retain their shock absorption 1292-04 HIC and GMAX ratings for many years. Moreover, our synthetic turf is designed to meet ASTM fall height standards, offering children the protection and safety necessary for falls, tumbles, and rolls.
Frequently Asked Questions about Artificial Grass for Playgrounds
What is the life expectancy of artificial grass in a playground setting?
Artificial playground grass will last anywhere from 8 to 20 years, depending on how much use it gets.
Will the artificial grass fade in the sun?
Yes, but barely. It will only fade about 2 shades of pantone™ colors every 10 years. UV additives come mixed into our yarn resins so color fade will be minimal.
Is it difficult to repair or replace areas of the artificial grass?
No, it’s easy to patch, this is something you can do yourself. In case you do need to repair the playground grass, be sure to save any leftover scraps of grass after installation.
Can Synthetic Grass meet fall-height specifications?
Yes, NexGen Lawns in conjunction with padding can meet most fall-height standards.
Who Can Benefit from Artificial Grass for Playgrounds?
Homeowners, schools, playgrounds, parks, and municipalities can all benefit from an artificial grass play area. It’s not only designed to withstand high traffic but is also easy to maintain. Moreover, with its rapid flow drainage system, it can be kept dry year-round – in as little as a few minutes after a shower as well as a clean-up.
Since there is no mud, it won’t create puddles of water or mucky, slippery patches after a rain, in stark contrast to natural grass lawns. Therefore, it reduces the risk of falls and slips, offering safety, which is a primary requirement for any type of children’s space.
Contact us if you want us to help with your synthetic turf for playgrounds.