Artificial grass has slowly been taking the UK by storm, making its way into gardens, roof terraces and patio areas. From houses to flats and apartments and even professional spaces. No surprise, considering how easy to maintain artificial turf can be, in addition to its simplicity to install and keep looking fresh. Perfect for pets or children’s play-areas due to its wipe-clean design and protection against worn areas or dug-up grass. When compared to the cost of maintaining or replacing natural turf over a long period of time, it’s an obvious time and money saver.
What may come as a surprise, are the sneaky ways artificial grass has been creeping into other areas of our home and offices. From use in modern design to replace the carpets, artificial grass offers versatility, effortless upkeep and it undeniably looks good!
In the Workspace
Businesses have been seen using artificial grass in their exhibition displays, great for demonstrating an outdoor product in its “natural habitat”. Artificial grass is also great for drawing the eye of exhibition visitors and making your stand or table really pop compared to your nearby neighbours.
Another area benefiting from the use of natural grass is the office break-out area, green is a refreshing, calm colour that can help put employees in a good mood for the day. Perfect for those wet or cold days where workers may not want to venture into the outside world. Combined with an area full of natural light and your employees will still get the buzz of being outdoors without braving the miserable weather.
In the Home
From playrooms to conservatories, artificial grass is being used as carpeting and rugs all across the home. It’s a nice way to bring the “outside in” or offer a transitional period between the garden and home. Particularly helpful if you have a busy household and don’t want to wear down carpets from the constant in and out movement.
From the floors to the walls – believe it or not, artificial grass is trending as a wall decoration. The combination of bright green colours and short pile length make it an interesting, touch-friendly feature. Perfect as a feature-wall in a public space or equally at home in a child’s bedroom as a sensory panel.
For the golfer, artificial grass can be used to turn a boring garage (bedroom or office space!) into an indoor putting range. Great for letting off steam and keeping the practice up, even during the off-season when outdoor courses become waterlogged.
Great for pets who have restricted access to the outdoors, you could give your pet a section of artificial grass for the indoors. Ideal for using as a “toilet area” or even only during the toilet training period. Alternatively, reptile keepers are seeing an increase of artificial grass used in vivarium’s, helping their scaly friends feel more comfortable.
Unusual Uses
While it might seem a natural design progression for artificial grass to be used as flooring in the home, or even as features on the wall. There are some examples of use online that’ll make you think “that’s interesting!”. From covering a toilet lid and cistern to wrapping a bike in artificial turf to even decorating fingernails! We’ve found examples of artificial grass used for jewellery, house numbers, table runners and sprucing up the back of a truck. There is plenty of fantasticinspiration available.
If you are looking for something ahead of the curve to make your property pop or maybe just looking for a low maintenance option for your garden. Make sure to get some artificial grass involved in your next project. Still undecided? Click here to discover just how much people love their artificial grass.