It’s “rainy” season here in Orange County, and when the rainfall arrives, many homeowners wonder about the drainage capabilities of their artificial grass lawn. Good news is that synthetic grass has a built-in drainage system in the turf backing, and will drain faster than a natural grass lawn.

How is this possible? Natural grass lawns are on top of dirt which soaks in the water, causing puddles and mud. On the other hand, artificial grass’ drainage system allows for water and other liquids to flow straight through at a rate of 30+ inches of rain per square yard per hour and dries quickly.

Additionally, when it rains, natural lawns with fertilizer, pesticides, and other chemicals are slowly polluting the environment. As the grass drains, the runoff of water pulls the chemicals with it and puts it back into the water system. Because artificial turf doesn’t require any chemicals to be healthy or green, the rainwater isn’t pulling anything harmful back into the environment.

Here at OC Turf and Putting Greens, we pride ourselves in providing homeowners throughout Orange County with the safest, enviro-friendly, and most durable artificial grass products. Thinking about switching to artificial turf? Give us a call today at 888-526-2289.

Artificial turf is a significant investment, but it’s an investment with a quick return. Before you know it, you’ll have plenty of extra cash for the holiday shopping season. Let’s see how the numbers add up.

Suppose the Brady Bunch wanted to install artificial grass in their front yard. Their lawn was looking dull, and some low maintenance greenery would enhance the space. With the high costs of water in Los Angeles County, it’s time they found a way to save some money.

After examining the previous year’s spendings on maintaining their natural lawn, Mike and Carol decided it was too much! Their 1,200 square foot natural lawn initially only cost them $2.50 per square foot, which is a total of $3,000. However, their annual maintenance was $684 for irrigation, an average of $180 for irrigation repairs, $204 for fertilizer and chemicals, and $1,200 for professional mowing and trimming. That’s an annual total of $2,268!

When the cost of maintenance is almost as much as the initial investment cost, it’s time to look at lawn alternatives! Mike and Carol get a quote for $9.00 per square foot for a 1,200 square feet installation, for a total of $10,800. The family is thrilled about their new synthetic lawn and spends every day playing on it. A year after their installation is complete, the family pays to have a professional power brush, which costs only $175. Without having to pay for any other maintenances, the Brady Bunch saves hundreds year after year!

The family saved so much money that they found new ways to spend the extra cash. After Thanksgiving dinner, the family decided to line up at the mall and spend their additional savings on Black Friday! Their Christmas presents have never been better.

These numbers aren’t just hypothetical for the Brady Bunch. It could be the same for you and your family! Get started on your artificial grass installation with a call to OC Turf and Putting Greens at (888) 526-2289.

It’s a beautiful, sunny day and your kids are having a playdate with some friends in the backyard. They’re all sitting together in a circle, and your daughter is walking around patting her friends’ heads. “Duck, duck, goose!” They run around the circle with friends chasing behind. Oh no! Your little girl tripped. Luckily, she gets up and proudly yells, “I’m okay!”

Safety First!

Safety is always a priority. Synthetic turf provides soft padding to protect children against impact and injuries. No matter how many times the kids trip over their own feet or jump off the swing set, they’ll be safe.

Clean and Hygienic

Artificial turf is made to last and drains quickly. It means no stray grass blades come up from the seams and there’s no mud from the rain! Synthetic grass is non-toxic, certified lead-free, allergen-free, and insect-free. When the kids come in for dinner, there’ll be no stains on their clothes, and they’ll stay clean! Maybe a little sweaty, but nothing more. It makes your life a little easier.

Artificial lawns always look flawless because the greenery never fades and requires very little maintenance. But those are just the added perks of artificial turf. The safety and cleanliness of it make parents happy and keeps the kids outside.

Other parents are astonished about all of the benefits of synthetic turf for their backyard and playground. It sounds too good to be true, but we’re here to prove that it’s perfect for any family. Give OC Turf and Putting Greens a call today for more information at (888) 526-2289.

In honor of National Dog Week, we’re highlighting why pet turf is the best landscape alternative for your dogs and other pets. We don’t discriminate against cats, rabbits, hamsters…we can all enjoy the turf!

Synthetic grass is the perfect, pet-safe lawn alternative to the patchy-brown and muddy lawn in your backyard. It prevents digging, muddy paws, lawn stains, and discoloration. We promise that your turf will look and feel just like natural grass as well as provide a soft surface for dogs to lay on.

Our Pet Turf is designed with all types and sizes of pets in mind. It is perfect for moderate to heavy traffic at a 1-inch pile height and can drain 28 inches of rain per hour per square yard. Each grass blade of this product are UV-stabilized preventing fading, flame-resistant, non-water-soluble, lead-free, and 100% non-toxic. Solid waste is easy to remove and rinse off.

Installed under the pet turf is typically our drain core, which helps maximize drainage of rain, pet urination, or other liquids. It’s ½ inches of flexible and durable polyethylene that can be laid over normal in-ground installations or even concrete or flooring. This is meant to save our clients money and allow our installers to finish the project quicker.

With pet turf installations comes the need for Zeolite Max, our all natural artificial turf deodorizer. This non-toxic, biodegradable, and organic infill can mix with other infill solutions to help eliminate urine odor as well as cool the synthetic grass fibers. It absorbs bacteria and neutralizes ammonia odors. It’s a one-time application on top of the installation in between the grass fibers.

Envirofill, also known as Durafill, is the latest and greatest infill product technology. It’s non-toxic, non-absorbent, and eco-friendly. Envirofill is Microban antimicrobial infused in order to prevent bacteria growth. This infill is dense and heavy, so it will stay in the turf blades rather than bouncing and moving around.

Our last pet turf product is turf fresh/pet fresh, a liquid solution that helps fight odors and keep your lawn fresh and clean! Like all of our products, it’s environmentally friendly and non-toxic. Pet fresh is a concentrated, organic spray that can be used as needed.

You only want the best for your fur babies. That’s why OC Turf and Putting Greens only offers the best quality pet turf and supplies for your beloved dogs. We have everything you could possibly need to make sure your pets have the best time outside while keeping your yard flawless. Give us a call today at (888) 526-2289 and let’s get started on your perfect pet turf installation!

Artificial grass has become the new norm in Orange County. Post drought, we are a little more water conscious which makes all of Southern California just a little more eco-friendly.

While our mindset might be centered around how we can save water at home, we rarely think about how the same solution is applicable in our businesses or commercial buildings. If you’re a property manager or a commercial property owner, artificial grass can be a way to save time, money, and just be that much more picturesque.

Synthetic grass makes your business look GOOD.

We live in an age of appearances and keeping up your landscape is vital for positive first impressions of your business. If you have a photo of your building on your website, but your lawn is brown and dead, it really doesn’t look fantastic. When your clients come in for meetings, you want them to think about how great your building looks and when the lawn is green, people will notice. If you’re leasing rooms in an apartment complex and the common area lawn is looking unattended, potential tenants are going to run for the hills. Knowing that you put the time and effort into a complex is going to keep people wanting to live there. 

This brings us to our next point – you can look like you put in the time and the effort without actually having to do so.

An artificial lawn looks green, plush, and beautiful with little to no maintenance. You don’t need a crew of guys out there every weekend mowing and fertilizing while burning a hole in your pocket. All you need is a good turf installation. Synthetic grass gives you the opportunity to advertise your business or complex as eco-friendly because you’re not giving off the gases from a lawn mower and you’re saving hundreds of gallons of water every week! You’re being earth conscious with an unbeatable artificial lawn and no one can write that off.

Lastly, you don’t need to worry because we have the perfect artificial grass products for the job.

Not all turf products are the same and when you’re looking to install for a business, you need to keep in mind that many people are probably going to walk on it. With the latest turf product technology, we have products that allow for high foot traffic without sacrificing the realism or feel. Some of our popular commercial turf products include our Diamond Seriesas well as our Everglade Series.

When it comes to your commercial property, you should put your best foot forward. Give us a call here at OC Turf and Putting Greens to see how artificial grass can be a good fit for your business.