Like most American products, Synthetic Grass is no exception to counterfeiting. Overseas companies have infiltrated our ports with cheap artificial grass that has been made overseas with no testing for our health and safety. Furthermore, people are not being told that these products were NOT made in the USA.
American made synthetic grass is regulated by testing and safety regulations to protect the public and their pets from any harmful chemicals being used to manufacture the products. Overseas products have never been tested for material and safety in the United States. No one has any idea what is going to happen with this foreign turf once it is installed, despite claims of an 8 year warranty.
A lot of synthetic turf made overseas is made with poor quality/substandard resin and backing systems. Many of these artificial grass products manufactured overseas are using low quality resin and fillers which means it can fade, melt, and even wear prematurely (as little as 2-4 years). Latex backings are common on overseas products too. This backing system is cheaper and of poorer quality compared to the high quality urethane backing systems used on products manufactured in the USA. Latex backings have a tendency to break down and crack.
It’s tough to spot the counterfeit products. Like most counterfeiting of products the seller is hoping you assume the synthetic grass was made in the USA but the EASY WAY TO SPOT this counterfeit turf is to ask for the width of the turf. Counterfeit turf from overseas comes in a 12 foot width. All artificial grass products made in Dalton, Georgia, USA are 15 foot wide.
These short cuts in the manufacturing process make the price very appealing to the end user. Just keep in mind, that you get what you pay for. Inexpensive artificial grass products from companies that do not have a long track record could leave you and your wallet in for a big surprise.
ArtificialTurfSupply.com proudly provides quality artificial grass products manufactured in the USA. We an outstanding track record with over 3,000 customers and millions of square feet provided. If you have any questions about products or safety, please feel free to contact an ArtificialTurfSupply.com specialist today. We are here for you.
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