Having and being active in a backyard is one of life's great pleasures. You get to be involved in watching something grow and be molded to your exact desire. The problem is that nature very rarely does  exactly what you want and, as any green thumb with a few years' experience will tell you, it can be very frustrating when it seems like it simply will not do what you want. Sometimes you can't get rid of some pesky weeds, or you find a new type of grass mixed in with your perfectly manicured kikuyu that is starting to overtake it. For an alternative, you should consider synthetic grass and take advantage of its many benefits.

What Exactly Is Synthetic Grass?

Synthetic grass is made out of artificial ingredients ranging from nylon to polypropylene, and the base usually has some sort of cushioning agent made with foam or rubber. This makes it soft underfoot and also means that it lasts for a long time with minimal care. It is also not exorbitantly expensive. 

What Are The Benefits?

Apart from the aforementioned benefits in regards to its minimal care, synthetic grass has other benefits too. If you do not have a large space, then synthetic grass can be used to create an outdoor feeling in an area in your apartment. If you are allergic to grass but don't want a cement slab in your front lawn, then synthetic grass can be a great compromise. Some people simply like the feel of synthetic grass better than normal grass because it behaves in a much more predictable manner and does not require a hefty amount of water to stay green.

How Could You Utilise Synthetic Grass?

For some people, synthetic grass is simply a means to an end for another goal. A popular usage of synthetic grass is in the construction of tennis courts, both commercial and private. Synthetic grass works so well in tennis courts because the high foot traffic will not damage and kill the grass like it would for natural grass. Unless you have a professional gardener to take care of your lawn, you will struggle to keep the grass healthy if the court is used frequently. So if you have a large backyard and want to create an area for a small tennis court or if you have children that want to practice their soccer skills and you want to put in a small area for them to practice in, then you should really consider the benefits of synthetic grass tennis courts.