31 Jul 2024
How Artificial Grass for Backyards Enhances Safety for your Children
It is well-known that artificial grass for backyard use is a great choice if you want to achieve a luxurious look and feel. However, the durability of artificial grass also makes it great if you have children. Artificial grass can actually enhance safety for your children, making this the obvious choice if you have kids who love to play outdoors.
Artificial grass does not cause allergies or harbour allergens and bacteria the way that natural grass does. It is also low-impact and has good cushioning which can also prevent injury to your child. Overall, artificial grass is durable, low-maintenance and has excellent drainage, all of which are beneficial to the rough nature of child’s play. Echoing Green offers a wide range of European-made artificial grass that is suitable for a variety of needs, including backyards, putting greens, pet turfs and more! Artificial grass maintenance is much easier than natural grass, as it doesn’t need to be mowed, is extremely durable and is dig-proof. Contact Echoing Green today for a quote on artificial grass for your home!
Read to learn more about how artificial grass can enhance safety for children.
Reduces Allergy Symptoms and Exposure
Grass, pollen and weeds are common allergens for children, and allowing them to play on natural grass can aggravate allergy symptoms. This can make playing outside less enjoyable for your children. If they’re very sensitive or are outside for a long time, they can have difficulty breathing as well, which can become very dangerous very quickly. Common symptoms of grass allergies include:
- Frequent sneezing
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Coughing
- Headaches
- Congestion
- Sinus Pain
- Itchy eyes
- Itchy or sore throat
All of these symptoms can discourage kids from playing in your backyard. Switching to artificial grass can help eliminate this problem. It obviously won’t irritate your grass allergies, and since weeds cannot form in artificial grass, pollen-related allergies will also be eliminated. This way, your children can play safely in your backyard without you having to worry about them becoming ill. If your children have any seasonal allergies, definitely look into artificial grass options at Echoing Green!
Lower Injury Risk
Having artificial grass in your backyard rather than natural grass can also reduce the potential for injury while playing outside. Natural grass is often uneven and can contain hills, holes or grooves that are inconsistent. These inconsistencies can result in falling or injuring yourself, as the uneven surface can promote tripping and slipping. Artificial grass is much more consistent which can reduce the risk of children falling when running around and playing in your backyard. Artificial grass also has better cushioning, which can help with shock absorption when your child falls. If your child falls on artificial grass, it likely won’t hurt as much as when they’re playing on natural grass. At Echoing Green, our artificial grass has advanced foam underlays that create padding which helps absorb shock if/when someone were to fall on it. This means that you can feel confident that your child is safe from significant injury if they were to fall on our artificial grass!
Cleanliness/Hygiene
Natural grass can harbour bacteria and germs, and although this is natural, it can contribute to your child getting sick. The more frequently your children play outside, the more likely they are to be exposed to the numerous varieties of bacteria that can live in your backyard. Artificial grass is bacteria-resistant. It has microban technology, which makes your grass resistant to both pests and bacteria. This is extremely beneficial if you host in your backyard, as the more people you host, the more chances there are that bacteria will spread. With artificial grass, you can be confident that your children will remain healthy while playing in the backyard.
Artificial Turf is the Right Choice for Children
Overall, artificial grass for backyard use is the best choice for the sake of your children, as it enhances safety from injury, allergies and illness. Natural grass is a common allergen that can irritate children with allergies, and it can also harbour bacteria that can make children sick. It can also be uneven and very hard, making it prone to slips and falls that can hurt your child. Artificial grass is a much safer option as it does not cause allergies, is bacteria resistant and is well-cushioned to prevent injuries from falling. You can be confident that your child will remain safe while playing in the backyard when you have artificial grass. Not to mention the fact that artificial grass maintenance is so much simpler than natural grass. Contact Echoing Green for a quote on artificial grass for your backyard!