Frequently Asked Questions

Why invest in artificial grass
Can artificial grass be installed over my existing lawn?
Do you price match?
How long would I have to wait to have an installation carried out?
We have had other quotes that are cheaper than you, why is this?
Does an artificial lawn require any maintenance?
How long will an artificial lawn last?
How will my pets react to artificial grass?
Is artificial grass child friendly?
Can I use a BBQ on my artificial lawn?
Can artificial Grass be installed on hills and slopes?
What is the ideal pile height for an artificial lawn?
Do you offer finance?
Does fake grass flatten?
How long does it take to lay?
Can I lay it myself?
Where can artificial grass be used?
Does artificial grass stain or fade?
How do I measure my garden?
What is the best artificial grass for pets?
Why invest in artificial grass

There are so many good reasons to invest in a fake lawn, some of what we have wrote about in our blog below:-
8 Surefire Signs it’s Time to Invest in an Artificial Lawn

Can artificial grass be installed over my existing lawn?

No an artificial lawn should never be installed over an existing lawn, as the correct sub base needs to be installed, to ensure the new synthetic lawn is a fully porous system.
We would excavate the existing area, instal a new fully porous sub base, and then your new artificial lawn, thus all ensuring that water drains through properly. Check out a blog we wrote below, about the reasons to choose an artificial grass specialist to carry out your installation, to ensure the work is done correctly.
https://www.clsscotland.com/newwebsite/need-border-edging-around-artificial-grass/

Do you price match?

No, we don’t price match. There are a couple of reasons for this, one reason being, very few installers fit to the same high specification that we do, also artificial grass comes in a range of different qualities and price brackets, and it would be impossible for us to try and price match like for like on quality of product, quality of installation and quality of service.

How long would I have to wait to have an installation carried out?

Our waiting times are anything from 2-6 weeks, depending on the time of year.

We have had other quotes that are cheaper than you, why is this?

There are a number of different reasons for this. A different installation process, different grass product quoted for, different quality of service and aftercare.

Does an artificial lawn require any maintenance?

An artificial lawn is low maintenance and requires minimal upkeep. You can carry out regular maintenance on it yourself, by brushing up the lawn with a stiff brush, and keeping wet leaves of the lawn, to prevent surface weeds. We also carry out an annual maintenance service for our customers, so we can check it yearly to ensure you are getting the most out of your lawn. Find out more about this in our blog below:-
https://www.clsscotland.com/newwebsite/can-artificial-grass-successfully-installed-concrete/

How long will an artificial lawn last?

The average lifespan of an artificial lawn is 15-20 years, if it receives the recommended aftercare. Please read our blog below for more information on how long your new synthetic lawn will last.

Can Artificial Grass be Successfully Installed on Concrete?

How will my pets react to artificial grass?

Artificial grass, is extremely pet friendly, and from our experience and feedback from customers, dogs and pets love the natural feel and life like texture of it. Check out a blog we wrote about how your dog will react to artificial grass:-
https://www.clsscotland.com/newwebsite/will-dog-react-differently-artificial-grass/

Is artificial grass child friendly?

Having a synthetic lawn installed is a big reason why our customers decide to have artificial grass installed. It provides a soft, safe surface for kids to play, with no mud and mess and no harmful chemicals, just some of the reasons it is also becoming more popular in schools and nurseries. Read our blog below to find out exactly why we believe it is a perfect surface for kids.

Can I use a BBQ on my artificial lawn?

Yes, but with some precautionary measures to help prevent the grass from melting.
Read our blog below to find out more:-

https://www.clsscotland.com/newwebsite/which-types-of-edging-can-be-used-for-artificial-grass/

What is the ideal pile height for an artificial lawn?

For a natural looking lawn we recommend choosing a grass that is between 30-40mm.
Check out our blog on things to look out for when deciding which grass to go for.
https://www.clsscotland.com/newwebsite/choose-right-artificial-lawn/

Do you offer finance?

Yes we offer 12 months interest free finance
Please could you send a link to our page about finance, I have sent you content for this.

Does fake grass flatten?

Artificial grass will flatten over time with heavy objects placed on it, or areas that have a high footfall, but this is very easy to rectify, by brushing the lawn with a stiff brush to encourage the blades to return to their upright position. This can also be done with a mechanical brush during one of our annual maintenances if you have a large garden. Read our blog below to find out more about heavy objects on artificial grass:-
https://www.clsscotland.com/newwebsite/can-heavy-objects-damage-artificial-grass/

How long does it take to lay?

The typical artificial grass installation takes around 1-2 days to instal in the average garden, but various factors are taking into account when considering timescales for completion of works, read our blog below to find out how we work this out.
https://www.clsscotland.com/long-artificial-grass-take-install/

Can I lay it myself?

Yes, but there are many factors to think about before laying a new lawn, read our blog, installing artificial grass yourself to find out more of what’s involved:-

Where can artificial grass be used?

Artificial grass is so versatile and can be used pretty much anywhere. Homes and gardens, schools and nurseries, sport surfaces, balcony and terraces, commercial and public areas, events & exhibitions, swimming pool surroundings, offices, gyms. Fake grass really is an ideal solution to transform any indoor or outdoor space.

Does artificial grass stain or fade?

Artificial grass is very hard wearing. We provide a warranty against fading and fake grass is stain resistant. Pet urine won’t stain the grass, and minor stains and spillages and pretty straightforward to clean up. Read more about this topic in our blog below:-
https://www.clsscotland.com/newwebsite/will-artificial-grass-stain-fade-time/

What is the best artificial grass for pets?

PU backed grass is best suited to households with pets as it doesn’t absorb moisture, liquids or urine, which will result in less odour associated with dogs. We would still recommend washing pet urine through as often as possible, as you would with any artificial grass lawn.

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