Crumb rubber is often recommended as an infill material placed between the blades of an artificial grass lawn; it’s used to stand up fake turf blades and to create a softer feeling when walked on. But some people are reasonably concerned about the health risks associated with using crumb rubber. Is a material made from reclaimed tires safe to use around children? Yes; this popular infill option for synthetic turf fields is harmless.
According to research and studies since the late 1980s, crumb rubber is a safe infill material for children and people of all ages. It has been safely used in synthetic turf products since 1997. But that’s not all. Artificial residential turf is not the only product that features crumb rubber. It can be found in many consumer products, ranging from children’s toys to food packaging; it’s even found in gum. The reality is crumb rubber is a material human beings come in contact with on a daily basis.
Artificial Turf Supply is proud to offer crumb rubber infill to consumers who want to add a safe dimension of realism to their synthetic grass landscaping solutions. We recommend crumb rubber infill to transform artificial lawns, commercial playground structures, dog exercise runs, and high traffic areas. To learn more about crumb rubber infill or to get a quote on artificial grass cost with infill, call us today.
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Sometimes no matter how hard you try, the grass just doesn’t grow. Whether you’re dealing with poor soil, a major slope, shady areas, or pests, dealing with a brown or dead lawn can be time consuming and extremely frustrating. This is where artificial grass comes into the picture. A growing number of homeowners are purchasing artificial grass wholesale as a cost-effective landscaping solution in areas where natural grass can’t grow.
If your grass won’t grow but you want a green lawn, consider artificial grass. Unlike natural grass, synthetic grass does not require water, sunlight, or healthy soil to thrive. It doesn’t need fertilizers, mowing, or weeding. It simply looks lush and healthy year-round regardless of the climate or where it’s planted. Not sure which kind to choose? As leading artificial grass suppliers, we can help you make a well-informed decision based on your project requirements and budget. It’s that easy!
When it comes to creating the best-looking, easiest-to-maintain-lawn, synthetic grass is the solution you’re looking for. Our artificial turf prices are affordable, making it reasonable for you to invest in a product that pays for itself in water and maintenance costs alone. To learn more, please visit www.artificialturfsupply.com.
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Evergreens LazyLawn synthetic grass welcomed guests to the VTB Capital Investment Forum RUSSIA CALLING: London Session at the Andaz Hotel, 22 – 24 May 2012.
With its reputation as the United Kingdom's leading provider of artificial grass, Evergreens UK is used to being involved in some of the country's highest profile events and conferences.
But Evergreen's increasing profile is also leading to the company to being invited to provide its products for major international events and conferences. The latest opportunity came at the recent VTB Capital Investment Forum Russia Calling, in London.
Russia Calling is a prestigious event for some of the UK's biggest companies to meet the top management of leading Russian businesses, aimed at encouraging direct dialogue with investors.
As part of the overall ambiance at the Andaz Hotel in London, Evergreens supplied 200 square metres of LazyLawn Wonder Yarn plastic grass, one of its leading products, to be used for walkways and an alternative flooring finish. It was a perfect showcase, and proved a big hit with delegates of both countries.
Wonder Yarn was the perfect fit for the occassion - its natural appearance gives it a genuine look and feel of a natural lawn. No surprise, then, that the LazyLawn team won rave reviews from British and Russian delegates for their display, with visitors admitting that the artificial lawn gave a first class finish to the walkways and event as a whole.
Evergreens UK is regularly invited to provide event flooring surfaces to give a "real feel" to the occassion. The event in London was another high profile opportunity for the company whose products will soon be seen nightly on national television in the coming weeks. Evergreens have provided the imitation lawn for this series of 'Big Brother', which gets underway shortly on Channel 5.
And international athletes taking part in this year's Olympic Games in London will be welcomed by LazyLawn products when they use Heathrow's temporary terminal, being built specifically to cope with the Olympians as they head for home in the three days after the closing ceremony.
From the Olympic Games to high profile TV programmes, to international business conferences - Evergreens has the the perfect product to inject real life into any event or display at home or abroad.
A company proud of its reputation for excellence at home, and one that increasingly flourishes worldwide.
One of the highlights of the London Olympic Games has been the excellence of the TV coverage.
If you failed to secure a ticket, then watching on television is a totally acceptable alternative. And that coverage has highlighted the magnificence of the venues - such as Lords, which hosted the archery - which have looked fantastic.
Well, Evergreens UK and it's LazyLawn brand are proud of the part it has played in making it happen for the millions of viewers at home!
Evergreens UK has enjoyed a good Olympics. The company supplied the artificial grass laid throughout the Olympic terminal area at Heathrow Airport where visiting Olympic athletes will be bid farewell when they head for home after the closing ceremony.
But that was just the start. Evergreens UK have also been supplying the artificial grass for events like the archery at Lords. Lords, of course, is an iconic venue, the home of cricket.
And with a Test match on the horizon shortly after the Olympics, keeping the playing surface in good order while 128 archers, judges, officials and others trod the turf, the artificial alternative supplied by Evergreens UK has played a significant role.
They did likewise at the Lee Valley Centre that hosted the Olympic canoe tournament. And at Hampton Court Palace, which hosted the start and finish of the men's and women's Time Trials in the Road Cycling competition.
Obviously, enhancing the general look of of the venues was just one reason behind the decision to call for the expert help and top class (the Olympics expects only the best!) products of Evergreens UK.
And the awful British weather this summer was another factor behind calling on Evergreens UK to produce the goods. The bad weather had effected the look of these venues, and organisers needed them to look in pristine condition. The only way to guarantee that is by laying fake grass - whatever the weather, a synthetic surface always looks green and lush.
But to make the venues look so good on television, the production teams and engineers needed to make sure that the myriad of cables that go with putting on an outside broadcast as big as the Olympics were out of sight, to make sure that it did not spoil the enjoyment of viewers worldwide, not to say the spectators at the venues as well. And of course enhancing TV coverage is common ground for the UK's biggest supplier of fake grass, supplying many top shows including Top Gear, Red or Black, DIY SOS and Big Brother.
An artificial lawn is able to make sure that happens. A product called Viva by LazyLawn was used on all projects, with an 18mm pile height, which is made of three colours to closely imitate natural grass. This mid-range product was a perfect choice for these prestigious events, because the product combines quality and value - which met all the criteria the organisers were after.
So an Olympic winning performance by Evergreens UK to enhance the overall look of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Oh - and any grass that is made available by the contractors at the end of the event will be donated to charity or re-cycled locally!
Artificial Turf London for Samsung Promotion
Click here to read all about how a small Evergreens artificial turf football pitch made such a big impact! Also see the video that takes Victoria Station by storm!
Evergreens UK supplied and manufactured a mini Artificial Turf Football Pitch to a major Media Company in London, as part of an advertising campaign for the new Galaxy Note by Samsung – a new type of smart phone.
The company recently held a ‘flash kick’ at London’s busy Victoria station in association with ESPN – the TV Sports network. A voice can be heard saying: ‘May I have your attention please. The football pitch is now open’. A man in ordinary clothes then enters the small pitch and begins to show off his football skills. A crowd of commuters gathers and he is joined by a man in work wear. Two men in suits then join in, followed by a referee.
The four footballers use fancy footwork, along with the ‘brilliant screen and innovative S Pen of the Samsung GALAXY Note, to transform a routine commute into a spectacular event for Londoners’. Onlookers had the chance to take pictures and footage using their smart phones.
The Synthetic Turf Pitch used in this event promotion is made from our exclusive Wonder Yarn Artificial Grass. This product is perfect for games as it is developed from specially shaped fibres which give the product super resilience, durability and bouncebackability! Great for silky soccer skills.
Did you recently purchase a new home? Did you move to a new city? Whether you just bought your first home, or moved to a new location, you’re probably ready to give your yard a fresh look. At Artificial Turf Supply, we have just the answer to all of your landscaping needs: fake lawn grass!
There are many reasons to install synthetic turf in your new home. Synthetic turf offers a fresh look; it adds beauty and value to your home; and it’s super easy to install, Most importantly, homeowners who invest in artificial lawns save time and money on maintenance costs, making it the perfect landscaping solution for busy professionals, families, and senior citizens. Homeowners with synthetic grass lawns don’t have to deal with watering, mowing, or fertilizing their yards.
With a design ready to go, you can install a fake lawn on your own, or hire a professional to do the work for you. No matter what your reason for wanting a new landscaping design, an artificial lawn can enhance your home without taking up all your time and energy.
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Logo Mats produced by Evergreens UK for F1 Communications
The start of the new Formula One season is already causing much debate and speculation, as last year's champion Sebastian Vettel faces pressure to hold on to his title for another year and several countries return to the fold.
Some of the biggest changes in store for the 2012 F1 season include the return of the United States Grand Prix and Bahrain Grand Prix, the latter of which was cancelled in 2011 due to concerns over security during the rioting in the Middle East. The United States Grand Prix will take place at a new circuit in Austin, Texas, while the Santander British Grand Prix will once again return to Silverstone, on 8 July.
There have also been clampdowns by the FIA on driving behaviour such as the increasing reliance of drivers on off-throttle blown diffusers for creating greater down-force, which puts drivers at greater risk. F1 vehicles themselves have also been subject to new design regulations, most notably the reduced height of car noses off the ground to 55 centimetres (22 inches).
The 2012 season begins on 18 March with the Qantas Australian Grand Prix at Melbourne's Albert Park, and culminates with the Grande Prêmio do Brasil at São Paulo's Autódromo José Carlos Pace. The Formula One season comprises 20 races, and for those watching at home in the UK, a deal brokered between the BBC and Sky Sports will see these events being evenly distributed between the broadcasters.
The deal marks the first time that F1 races won't be widely available on terrestrial television in the UK - in the past they had either been available exclusively on the BBC, or on ITV - however the move to Sky hasn't dampened the enthusiasm of Formula One fans, perhaps in part because of the Sky Sports F1 channel the broadcast giant will launch to coincide with the start of the season.
The last few Formula 1 seasons have proved to be some of the most exciting in the storied history of the sport, and fans will be hoping for even more of the same this year. Whether you're a casual fan sitting at home watching the race unfold, or an enthusiast to the point that you've customised logo mats bearing the emblem of your favourite team, you'll hopefully have something to shout about over the coming season. Just don't get carried away when you're behind the wheel of your own car!
Cat sitting on artificial grass
As the market for artificial grass continues to grow apace, you are now just as likely to see it in your neighbour’s back garden, as you are at the local sports club. Better manufacturing techniques, combined with increasing awareness of the longer term environmental and economic benefits, is winning over new converts to artificial grass day in day out. Parents of young children have long since appreciated the merits of it. And now there are a new group of converts: pet lovers.
Many people considering the idea of synthetic turf have pets to consider. But there is nothing to consider: dogs treat artificial grass no differently to a natural lawn. Indeed, you, your dog or cat, and the garden, will all be better off with artificial grass! An artificial lawn is available to your pets all year round, whatever the weather or conditions. Gone will be those frustrating days when the dog comes running indoors with muddy paws.
Artificial grass is permeable, so when the dog raises a leg, it drains through the surface. Neither will the garden suffer from the effects of dog faeces – it is easy to clean and disinfect. Your grass will look the same all year round, whatever the weather, and will provide a safe and clean environment for you and your dog to enjoy. Here are five sound reasons why we believe installing artificial grass deserves serious consideration by pet lovers:-
* No more heavy stained or yellow areas.
* No more dog runs on the lawn.
* No more brown spots.
* No more muddy paw prints indoors.
* Easily cleaned – just hose down and disinfect.
Most synthetic grass is dog and cat friendly. And if you are worried about your dog digging up the grass edges, be assured that the sand infill and strong adhesive on the joins keeps the astro turf secured in position.
With a LazyLawn artificial lawn, you can relax while your pet frolics and plays. And never again will you need to fret about your dog running indoors caked in mud.
Everyone is a winner with an artificial lawn!
Better to Buy than Hire Artificial Grass
If you are considering holding an event, hiring artificial grass may seem like a cheaper alternative to purchase. But is it really the best answer?
We are often asked to hire artificial grass but purchase is invariably the best solution. Here’s why:
There is the overall look of the event to consider – used astro turf or artificial grass will not be as visually appealing as a newly installed artificial grass. Used second hand (or even third hand products) and this could’ve been cut and re-joined where it has been used in the past. This can also present a health and safety hazard with the potential for tripping.You also have to consider the cost of collection and delivery of second hand fake grass.Finally there is the cost of cleaning ,un-installing (derig) of your second hand grass.After your event you may be liable for any damage, and together with initial hire prices your costs can soon rack up. That’s why at Evergreens UK we do not hire artificial grass. We provide full delivery and installation of new artificial turf to meet the highest standards and safety for the event.
Our Springfield Curl artificial turf is ideal for events and offers great value for money at only £6.95 p/sqm (+vat).
Not only that, but your event will look incredible!
Artificial Grass Supplied, not rented for a company conference
If you’re ready to install an artificial lawn in your front or backyard but not ready to do the work on your own, an inexperienced, friend of the family won’t do. You need an experienced artificial grass installer, a go-to-professional the industry now relies on to get the job done right. Using proper tools and instructions, a professional synthetic turf installer helps homeowners create beautiful outdoor surroundings using synthetic lawn turf. Here is what you can expect when you hire one:
Ground preparation: Your professional installer will prepare the lawn area by removing grass, soil, and other debris. Preparation might also include drainage work, weeding, grading and contouring the area, and laying down base material. (Your installer should have the tools they need, or they can purchase it from artificial grass suppliers such as Artificial Turf Supply.)
Turf layout: After the preparation work, your installer will border the area and layout the turf. This process also includes seaming and anchoring the turf, as well as preparing and installing the infill (if desired) to offer the lawn a natural appearance.
Finishing touches: Once the landscape is complete, the installer will clean up the area and the blades using a leaf blower or broom. They will also inspect the area to ensure proper installation. If you’re interesting in finding an installer near you, please complete the form on this page, or contact Artificial Turf Supply.
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