Artificial Grass Costs Peterborough

Fake Grass Cost

Whilst many people will want to switch to artificial grass in Peterborough clearly a big factor will be the fake grass cost. looking at costs can be a minefield if you're not sure what you are looking for or know what questions to ask otherwise you might not get which you wanted for the amount you spent.

These days you can even find an end of isle basket with some rolls of artificial grass at a DIY, garden centre or even a carpet shop. Whilst this is a response to the popularity of artificial grass to some degree this has cheapened what a proper artificial grass installation involves.

There is a massive spread of grass costs when comparing a m2 rate and whilst some grasses can look very fake it does leave some people wondering why there is such a spread of costs for artificial grass.

If you are simply looking to get some cheap artificial grass just to lay over a small section in your garden as a quick cosmetic band aid to cover up a muddy patch or to use as a base for plant pots then unfortunately we're not for you. Our focus is on quality and this is an area we are not willing to compromise on.

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Artificial Grass Installation Cost

Whilst we provide a supply only service for quality artificial grass our main focus is on providing a full artificial grass supply and installation service and the installation costs will vary depending on the grass you choose, the total area to be installed and if there are any more irregular aspects to consider such as slopes and curves. These factors may impact costs since a number of people will take the opportunity of installing an new artificial grass lawn to flatten their lawn and reduce or even remove the existing slope. To flatten a slop will require removing more earth from the high side or adding additional aggregate to the lower side or a combination of the two. This is all possible and standard work for us but clearly this will take additional time and effort which would need to be reflected in the costs.

Since most garden lawn artificial grass installations will be in the region of £2,500-£5000 it is common to get a few quotes to establish an average price, look at a few different grass types and also get some feeling of comfort with your potential installation company. Prices between different artificial grass companies will naturally vary but if there is a wide spread there may be a couple of reasons for this.

If one quote is extremely high the company may be in a position where they already have a full order book for a few months and are are not really interested in winning your work - unless it is extremely profitable. As a result they may artificially inflate your price. On the other hand a company whose price seems artificially low are unlikely to be artificial grass specialist and are general outdoor handymen, with space to fill, who think they know what they are doing and know where to pick up some reasonable artificial grass locally.

Whilst most people can watch a YouTube video to get a rough idea of how to install artificial grass it doesn't mean they will be conscientious in their installation.

We are a specialist artificial grass installation company, we use the best European artificial grass treated with UV protection, we use specially treated acid neutralising weed membranes and our jointing is bonded down not tacked or stapled. We also ensure that the depth of our sub base is at least 100mm  to ensure proper drainage.

There are a number of areas where you can shave costs on the install of a new artificial turf lawn so be sure to ask what guarantee is offered on their installation and grass and then decide which provide the best value for money quote!

Cost of Artificial Grass Compared to Real Grass

As we've outlines a new quality artificial grass lawn is likely to cost a few thousand pounds. Clearly this will be a considered purchase however, the costs of artificial grass compared to real grass will vary from person to person depending on what they do or don't factor in when looking at costs.

When looking at cost comparisons rather than trying to compare one summer of looking after a real lawn to installing a fake lawn is never going to stack up. Maintaining a real lawn, even if outsourced and done by a professional is never going to reach to cost of a new installation. However, when you look at lifetime costs the argument for installing a synthetic lawn is much more compelling.

Consider that a good artificial lawn should last you at least 15 years with minimal ongoing costs associated with maintaining it how does that compare to 15 years of professional lawn maintenance? The break even point for this is likely to only be a few years, however professional grass maintenance is not that common place so looking at what you may spend each year looking after a lawn yourself what will you spend on the following:

- lawn patch repair, lawn seed, hiring a scarifier and aerator, moss & weed killer and ongoing watering to keep you lawn looking lush and green throughout the summer.

Now the other factor which most people will not consider as a cost is their own time. Whilst applying your own hourly pay rate could skew things greatly taking a figure at around the minimum wage of around £10 an hour for applying the above and then add the mowing! How many hours at £10 an hour over 15 years would your time cost?

As you can see looking at lifetime costs provide a very, very strong case for artificial grass being much cheaper than real grass!

Cost of Astro Turf

When looking at the cost of astro turf this will again vary depending on the size and type of installation. So until we have conducted a survey we will never attempt to give too much of an indicative price as this could very quite a lot once we get to site.

However, is a similar fashion to domestic calculations when considering total lifetime costs or in the case for many artificial pitch installation this can we changed to artificial grass revenues the case can be quite compelling. By taking out an operating finance lease plan you can potentially start paying for your artificial grass from month one and in fact making profit thereby having a net surplus cost of your astroturf. If that is a realise scenario then you should start making plans for that installation today - please get in touch!

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Frequently Asked Artificial Grass Peterborough Questions:

  • Do you only fit artificial grass?

    No - we can just supply artificial grass which is one of the best around and the other appropriate fittings and membrane. However, our specialty is the supply and fit of artificial grass. Our extensive experience and fully trained installation team mean that you will geta quality fit.

    Our artificial grass will not be the cheapest as we import ours from Europe, not China. We have an excellent relationship with the manufacturer and have worked together over the years to enhance their products.

    Sometimes it can be very tempting to buy materials yourself and then try to find a tradesperson to fit your product but what you think you have saved in the material by buying direct will often be offset by tradespeople adding to the installation costs to compensate for the margin they may have lost through not supplying the materials, which they would probably get at trade rates, which would end up being similar to the price you paid anyway. 

  • What is the best artificial grass?

    We've already touched up that the best artificial grass will be dependent on what it will be used for. The most extreme example to give would be choosing the best grass for your back garden which  will have no dogs and few people walking on it compared to a 4G astroturf football pitch which will have many people running around , jumping, stopping turning and giving it a good work over. For the garden a lush 45mm pile height artificial grass would be ideal but if you put this on a football pitch you would have complaints from the players that the ball won't roll and it's heavy underfoot.

    Whilst we pride ourselves on providing the best like for like artificial grass over our competitors but the best fake grass for you will be the one that meets your budget and importantly one which is suitable for its intended purpose.

    For many businesses, we have installed artificial grass in selected outdoor areas including decking. These will typically have many people walking and standing on it for long periods so a short grass will be the best artificial grass in this instance as a longer grass will look messier once people have left the establishment and you are left with trodden down synthetic grass. Whilst this can be brushed back up this simply adds to the maintenance time and longer grass will also take longer to clean and hoover up from compared to a shorter turf. Simply arrange a call with our experts covering Peterborough letting them know what you want your artificial grass for and we can provide you with a shortlist of suitable options.

  • What's the cost of artificial grass installation in Peterborough?

    For a domestic installation for a quick rough guide around £80 per m2 will be for a lawn replacement with the most popular and best all-round artificial grass top layer. 

    Cost can vary based on the shape of the lawn area as narrow strips could lead to larger amounts of waste material. Most artificial grasses come in 4 or 5m rolls so sections that say 6 or 7 meters wide will need another section cut and laid adjacent to the initial roll. Sometimes this can work out well with very little wasted but for very irregular shapes there can be more waste. However, any waste material is yours - if you want us to take it away we are happy to do so and will be responsible for getting as much recycled but many customers decide to use the offcuts to provide additional pot plant bases or use sections to simply lay over small areas which may be prone to becoming muddy in certain times of the year such as a thin strip of artificial grass stepping stones to get to a composter hidden away at the back of the garden.

  • Will artificial grass go on top of decking?

    Yes, it will. In fact, this is happening more and more both in commercial as well as domestic environments. It is quite well known that wooden decking can get quite slippery when wet and whilst the rain can put most people off from going outside when the rain stops walking out onto a slippery surface - especially if you are holding drinks or food put people off utilising the decking space. 

    It is normally fairly straightforward to put a layer of artificial grass on top of the decking. Depending on personal preference this can simply be installed on top and the sides of the decking can remain exposed wood, or the artificial grass can continue to be pinned down the side too. Generally, no additional layers need adding below the grass and it fixes directly onto the wooden deck panels. This will provide a much safer non-slip surface but doing this is likely to lead to a shortening of your timber decking as moisture will be retained for longer on top and into the wood as the synthetic grass, layer will slow the evaporation process. Also unless you are going to lift up the grass to reapply timber decking treatments it will mean that the wood is being exposed to worse conditions with less protection.

    We are also seeing artificial grass is laid on top of concrete areas or other hard surfaces to provide either a non-slip surface or an improved aesthetic or both.

  • Will artificial grass fade over time?

    This will depend on the artificial grass you have chosen.

    Our grasses have been treated with a UV protective coat so that they will not fade. This is a good example of the difference between cheap artificial grass and quality artificial grass comes into play. You cannot see the UV coating so unless you ask about whether or not your grass has such a coating it is unlikely that an installer whose grass does not have this protectino will highlight this.

  • What's the best way to edge off artificial grass?

    Generally, the edge will already be in place, especially in a garden installation. Often a synthetic lawn will replace the existing lawn which may already have a wall along one side and a path or patio along another. The most popular edging we install will be where the current lawn runs up to a flower bed. The existing edge may be a very short fence or a small trench has been dug to edge off the lawn to provide a secure fit and ensure no edge is exposed which could be used to pull up the grass we normally will run sleepers in place of where the fence or trench was. Depending on the dimensions available to you in your garden you may want a thick sleeper for an aesthetic reason or you may want a much thinner one so to maintain as much flower bed space as possible. These are aspects we can discuss with you to find the solution which you're most happy with.



    This will depend on your specific fitting. For garden installations wooden sleepers are very popular as an edge but sometimes along one edge there will be an existing wall and at another end it can be fitted so that it butts right updo an existing patio or paved pathway. 

    The aesthetic finish is a very personal choice so we tend to let you let us know what you would like and if we know it is practical to do we will happliy provide you with your choice of edge finish.