Artificial turf for swimming pools: Advantages and recommended features
Having a pool in the garden is a real luxury, and to enjoy it to the fullest, surely you have thought about installing artificial turf.
Artificial turf has become an increasingly popular practical and aesthetically pleasing solution for those who, like you, want to enjoy a green garden all year round, without the cost and maintenance required by natural grass.
Advantages of Artificial Grass in Gardens with Swimming Pools
Among the advantages of having artificial turf around your home pool, we can point out the following:
Artificial turf prevents slipping
It is safe for all members of the family, as it prevents falls and slips, and if so, the artificial turf acts as a cushion. In this way, Both small children and pets can play and run on it with complete peace of mind.
Artificial turf is sustainable
It is sustainable: The amount of water needed for its care is significantly less than that required for natural grass, and the difference is even greater during the summer. It also does not require the use of chemical substances such as fertilizers.
Artificial turf is very easy to maintain
Easy maintenance: You will not have to spend time mowing the lawn, you will only have to water it from time to time and brush it so that it is always in perfect condition.
Artificial turf does not wrinkle
Artificial turf is ideal for gardens with swimming pools because, once installed, it does not curl or wrinkle, allowing users to walk around the pool with wet feet .
A green garden all year round
And of course, with artificial grass you can enjoy a green garden all year round next to your pool.
Characteristics that artificial turf should have for a garden with a swimming pool
However, not all artificial turf models are suitable for a garden with a swimming pool, since it is necessary that they have certain recommended characteristics such as resistance to chlorine, moisture or UV rays.
At Artificial Garden we are experts in artificial turf and therefore we explain what are the most important features that you should consider before you buy the most suitable model of artificial turf for your garden with pool:
Artificial turf manufactured for wetlands and swimming pools
The pool is a humid place with a high concentration of chlorine, so it is essential that the artificial turf you choose is resistant to these elements. If it is not, the turf may start to deteriorate, affecting its appearance and durability. To avoid this, look for an artificial turf specially manufactured for wet areas and swimming pools.
A turf treated against UV rays
Artificial turf for gardens with swimming pools must be durable and resistant to sunlight. Continuous exposure to UV rays can cause the turf to fade and deteriorate over time, so it is important to choose a turf that has been
Artificial turf that looks very natural
Last but not least, the appearance and realism of the artificial turf is also important in a backyard with a pool. We recommend that you select an artificial turf that looks and feels like natural grass, with soft fibers and a realistic appearance. Also, make sure that the turf has an adequate height, between 30 and 50 mm would be recommended.
Recommended models of Artificial Grass for your Backyard with Swimming Pool
To help you find the best model of artificial turf that can suit your garden with pool, we leave you several options from our online store where all the models listed are resistant to ultraviolet rays, chlorine and marine waters:
- ARTIFICIAL GRASS MADRID 33Madrid 33: It is a very realistic artificial turf model that is considered as the best on the market within the medium-high category. With its 33 mm of height, and thanks to the correct combination of Dtex and stitches, the result is a soft turf with a great recovery to the footprint.
- ARTIFICIAL GRASS VALENCIA 35With its beautiful combination of colors in its fibers; forest green, olive green, lime green and beige, this lawn achieves a great beauty and similarity with the natural one. Its resistance makes it suitable for use in swimming pools, gardens and terraces.
- ARTIFICIAL GRASS CANARIAS 40This model of artificial turf is very soft to the touch thanks to its ‘soft c shape’ fibers section, which provides a pleasant sensation when walking on it.
- ARTIFICIAL GRASS NEW ALICANTE 40With a height of 40 mm and a large number of stitches -more than 28.000 stitches/m²- this grass provides a great comfort and recovery, being ideal for swimming pools, gardens and terraces.
- ARTIFICIAL GRASS BADAJOZ 47R+WAVE+S SHAPE: With a combination of section in the fibers -R+WAVE+S SHAPE- and a “premium height” of almost 50 mm in height, this model of artificial turf provides great resistance and comfort, being ideal to place in gardens with swimming pool.
In short, buying artificial turf for your garden with swimming pool will have numerous advantages: greater durability, lower maintenance costs and time, and above all, it contributes significantly to improve the overall aesthetics of the outdoor space, to enjoy your pool all summer long.
