When to Lay Artificial Grass

 If you have decided that your project – an outdoor deck, play area, or a backyard in dire need of something new – requires artificial grass, the best time to lay it is when the weather will allow. Laying artificial grass during fall or winter is not advisable, as the plastic could freeze or crack in extreme conditions. Nor can it be installed during heavy rain or wind. Beyond that, there are some things to consider:

1. Convenience. Like so many other things in your life, home improvement projects – including landscaping – are often done when it is most convenient. This could mean a certain time of the year when you have more time, or when you simply feel like installing artificial grass.
2. Timing the installation to avoid naturally occurring events, such as later in the year when leaves begin to fall, or a rainy “season” depending on where you live. If you have had problems with natural grass not growing and anticipate that happening again – then that is another good time to install a synthetic alternative.
3. Money is perhaps the most important factor. Artificial grass costs about as much to install and care for a natural turf when you amortize it over six or seven years, but you still need the funds. You will have to buy the fake turf, as well as supplies and tools like sand, rakes, adhesive, and others necessary to do the job correctly. Is there a time of the year when you expect to have extra money on tap?