Construction News
24/11/2014
The Benefits Of Using Artificial Grass On A Balcony
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More and more people are finding that they struggle for space; it has become more common for city centre living quarters such as flats and apartment blocks to feature a balcony. Whilst they give you an outdoor living space sometimes they can be very dull and not always the nicest to look at. With this in mind we have noted an increase in the number of people who have chosen to install artificial grass and give their space a whole new look.
Stereotypically, people who live in city centres have busy lives and again artificial grass installation is ideal for this type of lifestyle because it is so easy to maintain. All you ever would need to do is rake the artificial grass on occasion in order to rid the surface of any dirt particles which could have settled and therefore reduce the risk of staining.
There is no need to treat or use any form of fertilisers on your artificial grass surfaces and in addition to this you will never need extra space to store a lawn mower as the surface does not need to be trimmed or cut.
As a balcony area can be quite small it is common that there will be a lot of intense wear and tear; choosing to install real grass simply wouldn’t work as it would wear away quickly and become muddy which could then be treaded through to the living areas.
Artificial grass surfacing is less susceptible to heavy usage when compared with traditional grass and therefore it is ideal for use within a balcony area. Not only is artificial grass surfacing environmentally friendly as many are manufactured from recycled materials but there is no need for any fertilisers or chemicals which is a plus.
You can rest assured too for your family members as artificial grass is safe, non-toxic and therefore is loved by both pets and children. Adding artificial grass to your balcony will create a place for your children to play rather than having a much harder surface in place; in addition it can be a place to let out the family dog or cat.
DCM Surfaces have a highly experienced team; we specialise in artificial grass installation and have already carried out installations of our surfacing products on balconies. If you’re looking to transform your balcony and create a more aesthetically pleasing area then look no further! In most cases artificial grass installation is extremely quick and easy therefore causing minimal disruption to your life.
Why not call and speak to DCM Surfaces today and find out now how you can transform your balcony with the installation of an artificial grass surface.
www.dcmsurfaces.com
Stereotypically, people who live in city centres have busy lives and again artificial grass installation is ideal for this type of lifestyle because it is so easy to maintain. All you ever would need to do is rake the artificial grass on occasion in order to rid the surface of any dirt particles which could have settled and therefore reduce the risk of staining.
There is no need to treat or use any form of fertilisers on your artificial grass surfaces and in addition to this you will never need extra space to store a lawn mower as the surface does not need to be trimmed or cut.
As a balcony area can be quite small it is common that there will be a lot of intense wear and tear; choosing to install real grass simply wouldn’t work as it would wear away quickly and become muddy which could then be treaded through to the living areas.
Artificial grass surfacing is less susceptible to heavy usage when compared with traditional grass and therefore it is ideal for use within a balcony area. Not only is artificial grass surfacing environmentally friendly as many are manufactured from recycled materials but there is no need for any fertilisers or chemicals which is a plus.
You can rest assured too for your family members as artificial grass is safe, non-toxic and therefore is loved by both pets and children. Adding artificial grass to your balcony will create a place for your children to play rather than having a much harder surface in place; in addition it can be a place to let out the family dog or cat.
DCM Surfaces have a highly experienced team; we specialise in artificial grass installation and have already carried out installations of our surfacing products on balconies. If you’re looking to transform your balcony and create a more aesthetically pleasing area then look no further! In most cases artificial grass installation is extremely quick and easy therefore causing minimal disruption to your life.
Why not call and speak to DCM Surfaces today and find out now how you can transform your balcony with the installation of an artificial grass surface.
www.dcmsurfaces.com
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