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When it comes to winning, Specsavers are using artificial grass to stay ahead of the game.

The top optical company enlisted the help of Evergreens UK to create eye catching logos for the dug-out area of their sponsored team, Swindon Town FC.

Read on and find out how artificial grass could help kick off your brand.

Swindon FC, who play at League Two level, are now enjoying some colourful artificial grass installs by the side of their pitch – a new addition the fans and TV cameras are sure to notice too.

Specsavers are champions of advertising and really know what it takes to get their brand noticed, and these impressive logos are the perfect example of standing out from the crowd.

The players are sure to enjoy their run out onto the pitch on a new striking red runway branded with the distinctive Specsavers logo. And when it’s time out on the benches, players can rest their weary legs on a giant green Specsavers logo.

Get your brand noticed with the help of our expert installation team who can fit artificial grass for events to your exact design and specifications.

The type of grass used for this latest installation is the popular Springfield Curl grass, which is ideal for events and promotions since it is a low pile product that is very dense and can be fitted without the use of sand.

Give your business a boost by checking out what artificial grass products could work for you. Get your message out there in a unique way that lasts; artificial grass is durable and weather resistant, so it’s a great investment for your business.

Isn’t it time your winning brand used artificial grass to stand out from the crowd?


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There are so many fantastic green-fingered bloggers out there, offering tips and tricks for the garden and advice on keeping your lawn lovely with Evergreensuk.com.

Have a look at our pick of the bunch now.. and help us decide who really stands out.

With so many wonderful blogs out there, narrowing down our search has been tricky it was a tricky task, but we’ve scoured the net and managed to dig up ten of our favourites…

Gardener’s World Blog
Here expertsExperts from the best-selling magazine offer up advice on everything from garden wildlife to seasonal recipiesrecipes.

The Inelegant Gardener
Quirky and fun, with a real family feel to her blog, the Inelegant Gardener has more articles on gardening than you could shake a proverbial stick at.

The Balcony Garden
A creative twist on the conventional gardening blog, and must read for those with limited space!

Take It Outside
American-based landscape design expert Mike Brown shares some gardening insights in this practical yet entertaining blog.

Garden Rant
Four sassy gardening fanatics get plenty of things off their chests in this straight to the point blog.

We’re Going to Need a Bigger Pot
A fascinating blog by a biology lecturer and PhD student in vertebrate palaeontology with a unique perspective on all things garden related.

Garden ER – Inside the Potting Shed
This blog follows the magical garden transformations carried out on channel 5 by the ever enthusiastic Garden ER team, and these guys love a bit of artificial grass.

Dear Designer
Interior designer and blogger Carole King really loves her gardens, packed with gorgeous photographs this blog is all about aesthetics.

On Gardens
A photography blog that celebrates all things green and provides endless inspiration for your garden.

A Way to Garden
A lovely blog by acclaimed garden author Margaret Roach that explores creativity and horticultural how-to.

What a fantastic bunch of blogs! But what we’d really love to know…is which is your favourite? ! PlaceCast your vote by leaving a comment below and support the blog you think deserves the prestigious title of Evergreen’s Best Blog 2011.

Which blog will win? The choice is yours…


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Artificial grass is set to star at the Grand Designs Live Show (7 – 9 October 2011) this weekend in Birmingham, as the ’24 Hour Garden’ being previewed at this year’s event uses artificial grass to demonstrate the benefit of sculpting your garden from durable, easy to look after materials.

Read on and find out what the future holds for garden design.

Artificial grass is taking centre stage at this year’s Grand Design Live – one of Britain’s biggest garden and homes event.

Get yourself down to the show and see the state of the art ’24 Hour Garden’: a futuristic outdoor space that brings together quirky design ideas, expert lighting and innovative designs to create a garden that looks fantastic for an entire 365 days a year.

Hailed as a ‘garden of the future’, the 24 Hour Garden uses artificial grass to add a unique twist to the traditional garden by using cutting edge artificial grass features.

In the ‘living room’ section, the walls are lined with artificial grass tiles, showing artificial grass looks great indoors and out.

Why not head along to the two-day event and hear, straight from the experts, just why artificial grass lawns are the top choice for the savvy gardener. Packed with talks, exhibits and cutting-edge design ideas, you’re sure to come away with hundreds of new ideas for your home.

Use artificial grass to recreate many of the designs you see at the Grand Designs Live show. Stylish and versatile, synthetic turf is the perfect material to create your ideal home.

How are you going to bring your garden bang up to date with artificial grass?


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With qualifications for the Ryder Cup 2012 opening this September, isn’t it about time you got up to par by improving your swing with some of our fantastic artificial grass golf products?

Check our tips below and get Ryder Cup ready with artificial grass

Next year, Team Europe will be protecting their hold on the trophy at the Ryder Cup tournament which will be held at the Medinah Country Club, Illinois.

Team captain José María Olazábal plans to lead the European team to another victory, whilst USA captain Davis Love III hopes to snatch back glory for his team of world class golfers.

But, even if you’re not a pro golfer, you can still get on the green and get Ryder Cup ready with artificial grass. Just check our tips below before you reach for your cleats and clubs and head for the course.

Tee off
If you’re just getting started, perfect your game with an artificial grass putting mat putting mat indoors and practise in the comfort of your home all the way up to tee time.

Go the distance
Measure your progress, and perfect that swing, with artificial grass distance markers.

Get a personal putting green
Impress the neighbours and bring the putting green to you by having one installed in your garden.

Get competitive
Organise your own mini-tournament in honour of the cup. Nothing like a little healthy competition to improve your game!

Has artificial grass improved your game?


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Installing Artificial Turf

Artificial grass prices are relatively affordable compared to the long-term installation costs and maintenance fees associated with natural grass. This is why so many homeowners have made the switch to synthetic grass lawns. However, selecting the correct artificial turf material and purchasing it online is just the beginning of the process.

After you have purchased artificial grass wholesale, it’s time to begin the installation process. Whether you’re doing it yourself or hiring a few helping hands, you will need to follow the instructions in our professional installation manual. Our easy-to-follow guidelines will take you through the entire installation process beginning with planning to installation and final care.

If you’re eager to install your artificial turf, make sure to read thoroughly the handbook and allow two to three days for your project. Our manual also provides a list of the tools you will need for the installation as well as several tips and warnings. 

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If you love bowling then prepare yourself for a brand new event from the World Bowls Tour (WBT), soon to be played out on indoor artificial bowling greens up and down the county. As competition heats up, practise your game with our fantastic bowls products.

Read on and find out more about the latest WBT bowls event.

The announcement of a new Co-operative Funeralcare UK Masters series of events is sure to thrill bowls enthusiasts everywhere.

Head along to any of the eight one-day events across the country and watch the action unfold on the turf.

The event will run right through from now until April 2012, and the grand prize is a spot on the WBT Television Ranking events in 2012-2013.

Artificial grass is the top choice for pro bowlers. And if you’ve played bowls on a synthetic green you’ll understand why.

So, don’t worry if you can’t make it along to the Bowls Masters. As you can practise at home with artificial grass or bring your local club up to date with new bowls banks and ditches.

With artificial bowls products you can…

Focus on your game
Artificial bowling greens need little or no maintenance, giving you more time to practise your game.

Take your pick
Here at Evergreens UK, we have a vast choice of shades, textures and pile heights, so you’re sure to find your perfect turf.

Feel at home
Artificial turf feels just like natural bowling greens, and is great for bowling indoors during those cold winter months.

Spruce up your club’s natural bowling green
Even if you like using a natural bowling green, you can make sure your club’s grounds are fit for purpose with artificial bowls banks and ditches.

How much has practising on artificial turf improved your bowls?


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The kids might be back in school, but you’ll have them rushing home by adding artificial grass lawns and play-areas to your back garden or roof terrace.

Read on for five reasons why you and your kids will love coming home to artificial grass.

It’s that time of year again when the kiddies disappear through the school gates and fun-filled playgrounds keep them entertained on their lunch breaks.

But if you want to give your kids something to look forward about coming home to then why not add artificial grass to your back garden?

Not only is artificial grass easy to maintain, colourful and better at cushioning those inevitable bumps, but there are so many reasons your little darlings will love their new play area too…

Artificial grass play areas help to …

1. Unleash their creativity

From a race track to a fairy-tale kingdom, there are endless possibilities when it comes to giving your play area a theme. With coloured artificial grass and specially-designed artificial grass play area, you can help them indulge in creative play.

2. Keep them smiling

All children are prone to bumps and bruises now and then, but artificial grass is soft, springy and can cushion the blow of any trips, falls or stumbles better than natural grass lawns. Take the worry off your mind and let them indulge in a little rough and tumble.

3. Keep them sneeze-free

With artificial grass pesky grass allergies and hay fever can be a thing of the past. Unlike natural turf, an artificial version will not harbour those horrid allergens that cause sniffles and sneezes.

4. Protect your carpets

Every parent will understand how annoying it can be to have dirt traipsed all the way through a clean house. An artificial grass play area is clean and dirt free … so dirty carpets no more.

5. Keep clothes and school uniforms in tip-top nick

Say goodbye to grass stains with an artificial grass play area. No longer do you have to spend hours scrubbing pesky stains out of just-bought school uniforms.

Would your kids love to come home to an artificial grass play area?


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Evergreens UK has helped give Harrods a little bit of oh la la! this October by bringing the outdoors, indoors in a beautiful pop-up French restaurant. We used artificial grass to create a French garden feel for this specialised installation.

Read on and find out how artificial grass has given the new restaurant a certain je ne sais quoi. And don’t forget to use Evergreens for your corporate or promotional artificial grass installations.

Shoot off to Harrods’ Michelin-starred ‘French Laundry’ pop-up restaurant soon, and take in our latest high-profile artificial grass installation.

The restaurant, will only be open in Harrods until 10 October 2011, and has been inspired by the comfortable yet exquisite restaurants found in rural France.

Oozing laid-back style, with an edge of sophistication, you can relax in the garden themed eatery on a white garden chair whilst enjoying the soft, springy sensation of the artificial grass carpet under your feet.

The flooring comprises of over 250 square meters of luscious, green Wonder Yarn artificial grass. The installation team worked throughout the night over a single weekend to make sure the artificial grass flooring was ready for this delightful temporary restaurant.

Our artificial grass is so realistic that it really completes the garden theme, feeling soft and natural for diners.

Indulge yourself with fresh food imported daily from San Francisco and prepared by award-winning chef Thomas Keller and his staff from the Napa Valley Restaurant. Remember to book ahead to avoid disappointment. Bon appetit!

Going to the French Laundry? Let us know what you thought!


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Landscape architects and homeowners alike find it difficult to landscape a slope. Even when they are able to landscape a hillside with grass and flowers, the area can be extremely difficult to maintain. This is especially true when it comes to watering or heavy rainfall. However, artificial turf makes it easy to turn your front- or back-yard hillside into a beautiful landscape and keep it easy to maintain.

Installing synthetic grass is the perfect way to beautify the side of a hill. The advanced surface of fake grass replicates green natural grass; however synthetic grass does not need to be watered or fertilized. Not only will the area remain a verdant appearance year-round, but the lush fake turf rising up to the house or back wall makes a home appear larger. If you would like to receive a quote for artificial grass prices for a slope, please contact us today.

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Although it is more commonly used in homes and businesses throughout the nation, artificial turf is also a popular surface for playgrounds. Made out of a soft and forgiving material, our ProPLAY series synthetic turf is safe for children to walk, run and play on. In fact, it protects children from major impact injuries and is known to be safer than traditional playground surfaces, such as sod, wood chips and sand. 

But there are many other reasons why people are switching to synthetic turf for playground surfaces. Not only is it designed with safety in mind, but our playground-grade synthetic turf withstands all the elements. The heavy-duty fiber is designed for outdoor use and is resistant to ultraviolet degradation, heat, foot traffic and water.

Whether you would like to install artificial grass in the school playground or backyard play area, Artificial Turf Supply can help you design the playground of your child’s dream. If you would like to receive a quote for fake lawn grass, please contact us today.

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