Artificial turf has changed so much, you may not know you’re standing on it
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SportStars™
February 23, 2012
You may not be able to tell, buts it’s everywhere. At first it was only at high school or college football fields and the occasional shopping center — however, since these products look and feel so real now, it might even be installed in your neighbor’s front yard and you don’t even know it. Yes, we’re talking about artificial turf. The latest generation of artificial turf products are nothing like your father’s AstroTurf. The combination of new product developments and lower-than-expected water levels (a real problem facing Northern California residents) are only part of what is driving the adoption of these products. In fact, some towns like Foster City are offering artificial turf rebates (some of the highest in the state) as an alternative to real grass. The real driver for people who are installing these products is simply – how good they look. Who wouldn’t want green grass year-round? These incredible products have been customized to have the look and feel of real grass, and the durability to withstand even the harshest elements. Thus, it makes them ideal candidates to replace the real thing. Many of these new products are even pet proof. Imagine no more muddy paws, yellowed patches, or holes that cause unsightly turf issues. In fact, these products have become so popular that many kennels, SPCA’s and Humane Societies have installed all types of this kind of wonder grass. Heavenly Greens, the leader in Bay Area artificial turf, has been installing these products
for well over a decade. The company’s focus is offering products that are “Best of Class” from the world’s top turf manufacturers, including FieldTurf. With a variety of different products to choose from, Heavenly Greens can bring the showroom to you. Since he started the business in 2001, owner Dan Theis says rapid changes in the artificial turf market have led to the proliferation of exceeding lower-quality products. And even worse is the emergence of other companies using shortcuts on proper installation methods in the name of profit. “Our products, some of which are 100 percent recyclable, are used to address specific drainage requirements and help homeowners enhance their properties,” Theis said. All Heavenly Greens’ turf systems are installed with proper drainage systems and backed with 8-to 15-year warranties. “We’ve performed more than 7,500 installations at homes, businesses, golf courses, dog facilities, child day care centers and more,” Theis added. “So we know how to do the job right the first time.” Customers can visit Heavenly Greens’ San Jose showroom, www.heavenlygreens.com located at 370 Umbarger Rd. in San Jose. Choose from a variety of artificial turf products on display. Or, call 866-724-8873 for a free site survey and allow us to bring the showroom to you. — Heavenly Greens
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