Here in Vancouver and across the lower mainland, space comes at a premium. While all of us would enjoy a nice big outdoor living space, many of us have to make the most out of a smaller space. If your backyard or patio is ~400 square feet or less and you’re looking for design ideas to help you maximize your outdoor area, this article is for you! First and foremost, Artificial grass offers several advantages that make it an ideal choice for small outdoor spaces. Here is why: Low Maintenance: Unlike natural grass, artificial turf requires minimal upkeep. It’s essentially like an outdoor carpet ..read more

Adding landscape lighting to your project adds a tremendous amount of value, by making the space enjoyable 24/7, 365 days a year! For just a small investment it becomes the difference of coming home late to a dark yard, or a well-lit, outdoor space that highlights landscape features and provides a safe and inviting ambiance. But for many Vancouver homeowners, they just don’t know where to start, so we have created this helpful guide to give your backyard the evening “glow-up” that it deserves! Our Top Tips after several years of installing landscape lighting: 1. A common mistake we see is ligh ..read more

First the city of Vancouver claims to “ban” artificial grass, and now they won’t let you water a real lawn either! You just can’t win as a Vancouver homeowner… or can you? First, let me address the COV’s stance on artificial grass as this is the most obvious solution to resolve all your natural lawn struggles. In 2016, the city implemented a bylaw (very loosely) banning artificial turf on private property. In response to rapid popularity of synthetic grass in Vancouver, the city tried to slow down the trend by issuing the bylaw. I totally get that, however their reasoning is completely incorre ..read more

The infill stage of a synthetic turf installation is often overlooked and under-appreciated, yet it can make all the difference between a great installation and a bad one! If you are not familiar with the purpose of infill in artificial grass, please check out our article here for more background. In essence, Infill is a sand-like granular substance that gets brushed into the grass blades after installation to weigh down the turf, prevent movements and wrinkling, keep grass blades upright, and provide extra cushion. Certain types of infill also provide benefits, such as odour elimination. To k ..read more

Just because I own an artificial grass business, doesn’t mean I’m not a huge advocate for natural lawns… I grew up playing all kinds of sports on natural grass and appreciate it more than anyone, but the difficulties of maintaining a lush, green lawn in Vancouver have been well-documented. Between the annual watering restrictions, Chafer beetle infestations, and limited growing season in BC, many homeowners find themselves fighting an uphill battle to save their dwindling natural grass. There is a much better solution that will give you all the benefits of a perfect lawn… Artificial grass, als ..read more

If you live in Vancouver and are thinking about adding illumination to your landscape this season, this article is for you! Landscape lighting increases safety, creates ambiance, highlights features and allows you to enjoy the yard 365 days a year, 24 hours a day! In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at the main variables of outdoor lighting and what you can expect to pay for installation. How Many Lights Will You Need? Each yard is unique! Think about the features of the yard that deserve a spotlight, perhaps some path lights for safety and make sure to keep a nice balance throughout t ..read more

It’s nearly that amazing time of year again in Vancouver… The Cherry Blossoms are in bloom, the weather begins to warm, the Turf Team is back in action, and you can finally use that outdoor living space again! We have helped alot of people in Vancouver to get their yards ready for spring, so we thought it might be helpful to share some simple best practices getting your yard glowing before your first big outdoor gathering: 1. Pressure Washing –> make everything look brand new again! Your patio, deck, concrete, shed, etc. have likely accumulated a layer of dirt and grime over the fall/winter ..read more

If your turf is more than a year old, or it’s been a high traffic area, there is a good chance it looks a little different than the day it was installed… No worries, this is normal! Just like with real grass, after lots of use, the grass blades begin to flatten. Typically around spring time, many of our clients ask us “How can I make my artificial turf look new again?” There is a special tool we used when installing your turf called a “Powerbroom”, which will clear out any debris and get those grass blades standing up again! Most homeowners don’t have this special tool, but sometimes it can be ..read more

If you’re reading this article here in Vancouver, I’m willing to guess you are considering having artificial grass installed… but it’s winter (AKA the “ landscaping “offseason”). Although you can technically install turf year-round with the right stretch of weather in Vancouver, you are going to have the best luck having your installation done between March and October.  Here are 3 important considerations when timing your synthetic turf install: Is the ground frozen? → If you see frost/snow on the ground or morning temperatures dipping below 2 degrees it will be challenging to complete ..read more

Introducing “Barefoot” Turf: Fun, Safe and Very Soft! If you are a parent in Vancouver who is looking to create a safe and enjoyable outdoor space for your kids, look no further than our “Barefoot” turf. At Turf Team, we understand the importance of a worry-free play area that complements the surrounding landscape. That’s why we have worked with our US-based manufacturer to create “Barefoot” turf – the ultimate artificial grass for kids in Vancouver. The Barefoot Advantage: Designed specifically for sports fields, playgrounds and kids play spaces, “Barefoot” uses a proprietary tangled yarn, wh ..read more